Replacement for Atwood 82543 Surge Brake Actuator

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I have an Atwood 82543 brake actuator that needs to be replaced. Can you tell of a compatible replacement?

asked by: Rick

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The closest option we have to replace your Atwood 82543 actuator is part # DM72VR, which is the item you referenced. However, this actuator doesn't have the lockout like your Atwood does. For a lockout use # T4748800 as an electric lockout. It wires into the reverse lights on your vehicle via the circuit on your trailer connector.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 2

There is not a plug and play adapter for your Lance connector that we are aware of. Typically this is installed by the Lance dealer. A junction box/7-way plug kit like #HS381-9000 is an option you have to convert the camper to match the 7-way RV…

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Answer 3

A junction box/7-way plug kit like Epicord #277-000141 or #HS381-9000 lets you convert the camper to match the 7-way RV blade type connector format. This avoids the extra connection points and potential trouble spots from using separate adapters.…

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Answer 4

We have a great solution. The Titan Brake Actuator with Manual Lockout part #T63FR has a 2" ball, manual lockout and a 7,500 lb. capacity which meets or exceeds the features on the one you looked at and is also designed for drum brakes. It will…

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Answer 5

I have attached a video for you to help you bleed the surge brakes and also given an explanation below. You want to top off the master cylinder and pump the fluid from the master cylinder. You can do this by unbolting the plate that holds the lever…

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Answer 6

The Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator part #DM72VR should be a direct replacement for the Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator that you have now. This newest updated it rated at 7K instead of 6K. This is a bolt on option that mounts on 3" centers.…

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Answer 7

From what you are describing, it sounds like there might be a clog somewhere in the brake lines on your trailer. This can essentially cause pressure in the lines because the fluid can only go one way, meaning there won't be adequate relief after…

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Answer 8

The circled item in the picture is where when towing the bolt will push into the actuator to apply pressure onto your actuator. Since Atwood is no longer in business it is very hard to find replacement parts for it. I would recommend switching to The…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

We have run into this quite a few times in the past, and the best option will be replacing the Lance 7-pin connector with a standard 7-way blade connector like the #PK12706. This will give you a standard 7-way connector to plug into the factory 7-way…

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