Measuring Drums to Determine Which Brakes are Needed
Question:
How can I know if my caravan is a 10inch or 12inch? Thanks
asked by: Sue
Helpful Expert Reply:
Take a look at the picture I attached of the drum. You need to measure the inner diameter of your trailer's drums to determine which brakes you need. You may also be able to use the axle capacity but the drum diameter is the better way.
For 10 inch brakes I recommend # AKEBRK-35-SA or for 12 inch # AKEBRK-7-SA. Both are self-adjusting and include the left and right hand sides. They're marked because it does matter which side they go on when installed.
If you get 10 inch brakes you also need the nuts and washers, part # BRKH10B. For the 12 inch brakes you need the nuts, washers, and bolts, part # BRKH12.
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- 5200 lbs Axle
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
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Mounting Hardware for 10" Brake Assemblies
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- etrailer
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