Troubleshooting Surge Brakes Locking up When in Reverse
Question:
surge brakes lock in reverse and will not apply going forward
asked by: Bill D
Expert Reply:
With surge brakes, you have a brake actuator applying the needed pressure to the brakes but to be able to back up you will need to have a manual lockout or an electric lockout solenoid, like # T4748800, which will close when you shift the vehicle into reverse, allowing the trailer to be backed up.
You may also need a solenoid cover like the Titan # T4835800183, depending on what brake actuator you currently have.
Typically surge brakes are found on boat trailers, and commonly the trailer ends up being to light after the boat has been launched for the brakes to actuate properly when going forward. The fact that the brakes lock up in reverse makes me think they work, but a change in the weight of the trailer can prevent them from working properly under normal operation. If you could provide me with some more information about your setup, I would be more than happy to further troubleshoot this issue with you.
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Replacement Solenoid Valve for Dexter Brake Actuators with Reverse Lockouts
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Demco Hydraulic Drum Brake Assembly - Single Servo - Galvanized - 10" - Right Hand - 3,500 lbs
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