Do Saltwater and Trailer Electric Brakes Mix Well

Question:

How do saltwater and Electric brakes matchup

asked by: Jerome

Expert Reply:

Water and electricity don't really get along. That being said, we are seeing more trailer boat manufacturers install electric brakes on their trailers and it not being an issue at all. If the wiring is solid the circuits don't short out. It's also highly recommended that you disconnect the trailer wiring before backing in.

Saltwater is highly corrosive. So the assemblies are going to start corroding quicker than if the trailer was being backed into freshwater. Rinsing the trailer with freshwater after pulling the trailer out of the saltwater is highly recommended.

expert reply by: Jameson C