Which Way Does the Adjustment Wheel Turn to Tighten Electric Trailer Brakes

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when adjusting breaks to tighten the break to cause the tire not to move does the star wheel teeth move upward or downward when looking into the adjusting skot?

asked by: Richard L

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You will want to move the adjustment wheel up if looking through the slot on brake assembly, like part # AKEBRK-7R-SA, to tighten it. So essentially the adjustment wheel will roll away from the trailer. I have included a link to a video showing the installation of electric brakes. At about the 4:55 mark our installer adjusts the brakes.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Brad L.

6/3/2020

What is the correct torque for the 5 backing plate nuts when replacing a 2"x12" self-adjusting brake assembly on a 7K Dexter axle? Thanks, Brad

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Chris R.

6/8/2020

The attachment nuts on 12" brake assemblies like # 23-464-465 should be torqued down to 30-50 foot pounds.

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Answer 1

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the…

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Answer 2

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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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 4

Traditionally, trailer manufacturers did not use electric brakes on boat trailers because the brake magnet wiring and trailer wiring did not always have the best insulation or water protection. These days, more and more manufacturers are using…

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Answer 5

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 6

The Lippert 2420801 hub is an 8k hub with an 8 lug bolt pattern so for a replacement you'd just need the part #8-285-10UC3-A.

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Answer 7

If your trailer has 7 wires running all the way back to the brakes, then yes, you can tap into the existing wiring. Each of your new brakes will have two wires for the brake magnet. One wire is for 12 volt power to the brake magnets and the other…

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Answer 8

The torque for the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 5 Spoke Utility #8-174-5UC3 is not specified by the manufacturer. For 9/16 inch studs, the typical lug nut torque will be 120-140 ft lbs based on…

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Answer 9

Personally I wouldn't go with Timbren's for your needs. They're essentially rubber bump stops that prevent your suspension from flexing when weights placed on the rear of your Canyon. The major issue with them is…

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Which Way Does the Adjustment Wheel Turn to Tighten Electric Trailer Brakes

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