Disc Brake Conversion Kit for 2013 Redwood 5th Wheel

Question:

I have a 2013 Redwood 5th wheel. It has Lippert 7000 lb axles. 39 feet. 16000 GVW. I want to upgrade to disc brakes. Do you have a complete kit for this conversion? How much for two axle? LT 235/80R 17 Goodyear G614. Thanks

asked by: Burton G

Expert Reply:

I have attached an article which covers the parts needed to add electric over hydraulic disc brakes to a trailer. You will need the disc brake assemblies, a brake line kit, an electric over hydraulic actuator, and a brake controller.

For a 7000 lb axle we offer brakes kits for 8 on 6-1/2 wheel bolt patterns, one being the Kodiak Disc Brake Kit, # K2HR712. I have included a link to the others for you as well. You will want to confirm that your trailer does indeed use this wheel bolt pattern and compare the bearing number in the kits to those currently used on your trailer.

The HydraStar Hydraulic Brake Line Kit, # HS496-252, is designed for use on tandem-axle trailers and includes the brake hoses and fittings needed to run brake fluid form the actuator to your trailer brakes.

For an electric over hydraulic actuator, take a look at the HydraStar, # HBA16. This actuator is going to provide a faster response time giving you greater control over your trailer's brakes. Due to the length of your trailer, I would try and mount the actuator as close to the axles as possible for the absolute best performance.

Last but not least, the brake controller. If you do not already have one that is compatible with the electric over hydraulic brakes, I recommend going with the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller, # 90195. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup.