How to Determine if Dexter Brake Assembly is Manual or Self-Adjusting
Question:
I am considering replacement of my trailer axle/brake hubs. I currently have Dexter part 023-463-00 on the right side. My question, are these hubs self-adjusting or manual? I know you sell self-adjusting but am not certain what I currently have.
asked by: Michael
Expert Reply:
If you have a self-adjusting brake assembly, you'll be able to see the adjuster cable extending across the brake assembly once you remove the hub/drum. However, we sell the Dexter brake kit # K23-463-00, so we can confirm the brakes are not self-adjusting.
If you would like to install self-adjusting brakes, you'll have to adjust them once during the initial install, but after that, they will self-adjust. I've included a video demonstrating how to install and adjust a brake assembly (adjustment begins around the 1:50 mark).
Based on your Dexter brake assembly information, I recommend the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 4.4K, Item # K23-478-479. This kit fits 13-inch to 15-inch wheels and includes both the driver's-side and passenger's-side brake assemblies, adjuster plugs, mounting bolts, and nuts. The lockwashers are sold separately, # 5-8, as is the Brake Adjustment Spoon, # W80630.
I've included a video review of this product for you as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Lock Washer for Brake Mounting Bolt for 7" and 10" Brake Assemblies - 7/16" Diameter
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
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- 7 Inch
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Dexter Electric Brake Assembly for 4.4K Axles Manufactured After May 2009 - 10" - Right Hand
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- RH
- 4400 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Manual Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Brake Adjustment Spoon for Drum Brakes
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- Adjuster
- Brake Adjuster Tool
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Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brakes - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 4.4K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 4400 lbs Axle
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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