Can 6,000 Pound Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assemblies be Used on a 5,200 Pound Axle
Question:
can the titan 6000 lb brake assembly T4489500 be used on Dexter 5200# axles? Why are the titan brake assemblys only 1/2 as expensive as the Dexter assembly?
asked by: Kenny K
Expert Reply:
The more pricey Demco Hydraulic Brake Assemblies, like # 42028, are designed for marine applications meaning it uses corrosion resistant materials to minimization or eliminate corrosion. The materials are more expensive which makes the assemblies cost more.
For non-marine trailer applications, the Titan Free-Backing Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assembly, # T4489600, and # T4489500, would work just fine. These assemblies are rated for use on up to 6,000 pound axles, so you could use them on 5,200 pound axles.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
more information >
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