Dexter 10k Rated Brake Assembly Magnet Recomendation

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Dexter Axle model D100G Serial # 0847940 Need the brake magnet Is this the right one? Replacement Magnet for Dexter 12-1/4inch x 5inch Electric Brake Assembly

asked by: Mike M

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Expert Reply:

Yes, for a 10k rated Dexter brake assembly magnet you would want the part # BP01-301.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

To determine the correct magnet you will need, you need to go by the manufacturer and size of the brakes on the trailer. Sometimes, the year of the brakes is needed as well. The brakes may have information stamped into the metal on the back side (in…

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Answer 2

The magnets you have been using with the yellow wires should be the correct units for your Dexter 12-1/4 x 4 inch shoes. When replacing them I recommend sticking with the same assemblies. The Replacement Magnet Kit (with yellow wires) #BP01-301 that…

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Answer 3

Since you have an older trailer, the brakes could have possibly been switched from electric to hydraulic or the other way around. Even on newer campers, unless it is just purchased from the manufacturer, it would be just a guessing game for someone…

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Answer 4

You must have a separate trailer-mounted battery to power the trailer breakaway in the event of a vehicle/trailer disconnect. This can be a small breakaway battery like that included in kit #20099 or it can be a full-size trailer-mounted battery that…

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Answer 5

If you still have the plunger end that goes in the break away switch, then you can simply insert the plunger back into the switch and that should cut off the power to the brakes on your trailer. If you no longer have the plunger, then you can either…

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Answer 6

Brake magnets for 12 inch brake assemblies should have an ohms reading that falls within the range of 3.0 to 3.8. The 3.7 ohms reading on your brake magnets does not indicate that the brake magnets need to be replaced. If you are experiencing…

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Answer 7

Yes, the part you mentioned is indeed an electric brake assembly, the 10,000 lb self-adjust Dexter brake assembly. That is the left hand side (driver's side), and the following are the part numbers for the left and right side assemblies: - Left…

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Answer 8

Due to the age of your 2006 Big Tex gooseneck trailer the kit you need to convert your axle to disc brakes is the part #K2R1058D11HD since this kit fits Dexter axles made prior to 2009. Then for an actuator kit the best option is the part #HS381-9067…

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Answer 9

Dexter recommends that you check the wires of the brake assemblies of your trailer to determine which magnet would be what you would need. If the wires are white you would need part #BP01-265 and if they are yellow part #BP01-301. However, aside from…

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Answer 10

You will need the Replacement Magnet Clips for Electric Brake Assemblies #BP19005.

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Answer 11

It is hard to say exactly why the magnet clips of your car hauler keep breaking. If the problem is only on one assembly I would be inclined to believe that the problem is the actuating arm of the assembly or that you are using the wrong clips. I…

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Answer 12

Actually on brake magnets for trailers either wire can be used as the power or the ground so the colors don't really mean anything. Most likely the magnet manufacturer just put what ever color was most convenient on your trailer.

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Dexter 10k Rated Brake Assembly Magnet Recomendation

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