Does Master Cylinder on Actuator Need to be Changed to Switch From Drum Brakes to Disc Brakes

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trailer hydraulic drum brakes conversion to disc - Do i need to change the master cylinder?

asked by: Bobby

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, you do need to change the master cylinder on your actuator if you are converting from drum brakes to disc brakes. The correct master cylinder will depend on the model of your actuator.

- Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Titan Model 10 and Model 20 Brake Actuators # T4749501042

- Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Titan Model 60 Brake Actuators # T4820000

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Since you have a Titan Model 10 actuator for drum brakes you can convert them to disc. You can swap out the master cylinder of your Titan model 10 actuator to the part #T4749501042 and you would have a disc brake setup. Now to determine the rest of…

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Answer 2

The part #T2478100 is indeed designed for use on trailers with drum brakes. The master cylinder of the actuator is designed for lower pressure drum brakes. What you can do is swap out the master cylinder of the actuator with the part #T4749501042 and…

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Answer 3

Thanks for reaching out! The Kodiak Disc Brakes #KOD69FR you were looking at will definitely work with the 89" Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with E-Z Lube Spindles #8327820 for your trailer. The outer bearing part number is different but the inner…

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Answer 4

Since the equalizer height changed by an inch, in order for your suspension to function as designed, you'll need to add 1 inch taller spring hangers to make up for the height difference. Failure to even out that height difference can result in…

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Answer 5

To replace the master cylinder on your tandem boat trailer you will need to know a couple of things. Since there can be no guarantee of a fit you will need to let me know the make of the master cylinder you currently have. Also, are you using disc or…

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Answer 6

To start you will want the Kodiak Disc Brake kit part #KOD69FR which is a Dacromet coated hub and rotor kit that fits your spindle. You will need to swap out the grease seals though to the #GS-2125DL since you have the slightly smaller spindle. Then…

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Answer 7

We do have the Titan master cylinder replacement part #DX66FR which has the number 23744 stamped on the side of it. See attached picture. A lock out solenoid would attach directly to the back of the master cylinder without an adapter. If you are in…

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Answer 8

I recommend replacing your current surge brake coupler using either using the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator for Disc #DM8104311 or Drum #DM8102511 brakes. I prefer these couplers as they have a Zinc finish which best resists corrosion.

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Answer 9

When the Dexter shock part #DX76FR is fully retracted it measures 8-1/2 inches from bolt hole center to bolt hole center. When extended it is 12-1/8 inch from bolt hole to bolt hole. One of the holes of the shock is 1/2 inch in diameter and the other…

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Answer 10

To determine if the Replacement Shock for Titan Model 6 and 10 Brake Actuators, part #T1242600 will work to replace your Gabriel number 610712 (T2032) shock, you will need to verify a few quick measurements. Part #T1242600 will work as a replacement…

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Answer 11

Yes, the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator #DM8164311 can support up to 3 axles with disc brakes. The current version does use a nylon Master Cylinder #DM5918. This master cylinder will replace your aluminum large bore master cylinder on your older DA16…

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Answer 12

We have not yet replaced the Shock part #T1242600 on a Titan Model 10 Surge Brake Actuator so I do not have any specifics for you but I have attached a parts diagram which shows you how the unit is broken down. You can then use this to get a better…

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