Recommended Replacement Trailer Brakes, Brake Drums and Hydraulic Coupler for Boat Trailer
Question:
Im interested in using Timbren 5200# product on my boat trailer to replace torsion axles. I need 6 lug hubs and the complete brake assembly including an actuator. I want to replace all the rolling components, but the frame is fine. 2-5/16 hitch ball for brake actuator. Dexter,or Tie Down components are fine. As much galvanized as is available. Please let me know what you recommend and pricing. Im out here on a rock in the middle of the Pacific and parts for boat trailers are not on the shelf! Thanks
asked by: Chuck R
Expert Reply:
The Timbren Axle-Less suspension system you mentioned is compatible with the brake hub/drum # 8-201-51UC3-EZ and the # T4489500 right hand and # T4489600 left hand free backing brake assemblies. The brake drums are galvanized and the brake assemblies have a Galphorite plating for corrosion protection. The brake drum has a 6 on 5-1/2 inch wheel bolt pattern.
It sounds like you're interested in a hydraulic or surge coupler. I'd recommend the Dexter Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator, part # 099-175-00 that would work great with the free-backing brakes I've recommended and is zinc plated. The coupler is compatible with 2 inch trailer balls, so you'd need to change the trailer ball on your ball mount to a 2 inch ball like part # A-90 for a ball with a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank or # 63852 for a ball with a 1 inch diameter shank.
You'll also need a brake line kit, like part # T4829900.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator - Drum Brakes - 2" Ball - Zinc Plated - 7,500 lbs
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 7500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- Drum Brakes
- No Lockout
- Dexter
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Tow Ready
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 12" - 6 on 5-1/2 - Galvanized
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- EZ Lube
- 25580
- 15123
- For 6000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Dexter Galphorite Free-Backing Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- RH
- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Free Backing
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Dexter Galphorite Free-Backing Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- LH
- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Free Backing
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Dexter Hydraulic Brake Lines and Fittings for Single-Axle, Torsion-Axle Trailers
- Accessories and Parts
- Brake Actuator
- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- 18 Feet Long
- Brake Lines
- Steel Line and Flexible Hose
- Brake Line Kits
- Single Axle
- Dexter
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - 4" Drop - 5 Bolt Flange - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Timbren
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