Should 7k Trailer Brake Assemblies be Used on a 6k Trailer Axle
Question:
is it ok to put 7000 lb backing plates on a 6000 lb axle?
asked by: Chris T
Expert Reply:
Dimensionally they'll fit and they will operate but you don't actually get a stronger braking action. Instead the brakes will be harder to setup and get the correct amount of braking action. The heavier duty assemblies have a magnet that's more sensitive which helps with heavier weights but when used on a lighter trailer they become harder to setup and not anymore powerful.
Best option is go to with 6k brake assemblies like the part # 23-459 for the right hand side and part # 23-458 for the left hand side.
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Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- LH
- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- RH
- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 7,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- LH
- 7000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Manual Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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