Trailer Brakes Not Working After Replacing Brake Shoes

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replaced shoe brakes 10X2 1/4 . wheels wont stop when brake. process is not working. what can i look for?????

asked by: Elvin A

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If the brakes are not stopping your trailer after replacing the shoes, I recommend first checking that the brake assemblies are properly grounded. It's possible that while replacing the parts on your brakes, the ground for the magnets were loosened. A weak or bad ground will lead to the brakes not working on your trailer.

Next, I recommend adjusting the brakes if you have not already done so since replacing the brake shoes. Just tighten them until you can no longer turn the assemblies by hand, and then back it off about 10 clicks. I have attached a helpful trailer brake installation video that demonstrates this process.

If these couple of things do not resolve the issues with your trailer brakes, please let me know and I will be happy to look into it further.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

The first step that you will want to take is to jack the trailer up on properly rated jack stands. Make sure the trailer is suspended securely before replacing the brakes. Once you have your new electric brakes installed and the hub and drum mounted,…

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Answer 2

There are a few things I recommend checking on your new trailer brake assemblies that may be leading to the poor voltage and performance you are experiencing. First, check to make sure the ground wires are securely attached to bare metal portions of…

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I suggest you first verify that one of the two wires from the brake assembly is solidly grounded to the trailer frame. (It does not matter which one of the two wires from the magnet connects to the brake controller output wire and which one connects…

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Answer 4

For a wet bolt that can be used with the MorRyde heavy duty shackles you'd want the part #34007-187-00.

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Answer 5

As long as your existing hub drums are in good condition (no grooves worn in the armature surface that the brake magnet rides on or the surface that the pads grab). For a lot of trailer hub/drums there is a minimum thickness for that to be turned…

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The Lippert Components 5th Wheel RV Landing Gear Foot Pad - 9" Round #LC314667 does go inside the square leg that holds the pad. I've attached a photo to assist. It will fit the standard landing gear tube dimensions like you have on your…

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After you've packed the bearings and assembled everything, carefully slide the hub assembly onto the spindle and install the outer bearing. Install the spindle and tang washer and run the spindle nut down finger tight, then rotate the hub back…

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Yes, there is a measurement you can take to determine what size brakes you need and if they will fit your existing drums. You will want to measure the diameter of your drums. I have included a diagram detailing the dimensions you will need to find.…

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There are a number of reasons why the brakes on your trailer may not be working. Lets start with the easiest things to check. First, check the vehicle and trailer connectors for corrosion. This can cause a short inside the connector and the brake…

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Answer 10

Yes, you will need to adjust the new trailer brakes. You will need to adjust out the shoes until there is a slight but constant drag of the pads on the drum when you turn the wheel. I linked a video to the right and if you fast forward to about the 4…

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Answer 11

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the '90s.…

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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