How to Loosen Stuck Latch on an Atwood Hydraulic Brake Actuator
Question:
The ball latch is stuck in the extreme locked position. It will not open. It is not attached to the ball. Can you help?
asked by: Paula
Expert Reply:
If the latch on your Atwood surge brake actuator, like part # DM72VR, is fixed in any position start off by using some lubricant like WD-40, PB Blaster, or UltraLube Biobased Spray Lubricant and let it sit for a while. You may have to do this a number of times before it loosens up. Hitting it with a rubber mallet after the lubricant has time to work could help as well.
Once it breaks free you should apply some more and work it in a little more.
If the latch system itself is damaged and beyond repair then you may want to replace your surge brake actuator. We do have repair kits like the Curt # C25194 but there is no guarantee that it will be compatible with your current system.
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Curt Coupler Repair Kit for 2" Posi-Lock Coupler Latches - Curt Straight Tongue Couplers
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Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator - Drum - Zinc - 2" Ball - 7,000 lbs
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