Equipment for Testing Trailer Wiring and Brake Magnets
Question:
Good day. Im setting up a mobile trailer service business and need to be able to test electrical brakes. Which unit would you recommend and why. Any other testers you have/recommend that I dont know about and I could use. Regards
asked by: Kelvin
Expert Reply:
There is not a specific product we carry which tests electric brakes, but if you are looking for something that will test trailer brake magnets you would want to use Multimeter # ALL648349; I have added a help article on testing brake magnets for you to take a look at.
You may be interested in the Hopkins Tow Doctor Trailer End Test Unit # HM50928. This kit will allow you to test all trailer wiring functions with adapters that will work with 7-way, 4-flat and 6-round. It will even indicate an overload, low battery or short circuit.
I've added a link to video reviews of each of these products for you to take a look at.
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