How to Add Electric Brakes to a 2001 Starcraft M-2101

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Hi guys, Im trying to add electric trailer brakes to my 2001 Starcraft 2101 pop up camper. Heres what I know: Hub 5spoke pattern with 4.5inch tires are 13x4.5 spindle #84 Bearings are L44649 and L68149 Ive figured that Item # BK2-100 is the right bearing kit. Dexter trailer has 4-bolt mounting flange holes are 2 7/8inch on center Axle is 2800 max weight rating Ive been reading through all the QandA and looking at parts, but I think Ill order something wrong. Can you steer me right on the full kit? Also, wiring adapter for trailer side vehicle is already set with 7-pin adapter and trailer brake. Thanks much!!

asked by: Marcus B

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Expert Reply:

I have exactly what you need to add electric brakes to your 2001 Starcraft M-2101 and have attached a list of these parts for you below:

Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K (2)
Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # AKEBRK-35-SA (Self-Adjust) or part # AKEBRK-35 (Manual Adjust)
Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit part # HS381-9000
Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit part # 20099
Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller part # TK90160

In regards to self-adjust vs. manual adjust, the self-adjust brakes will automatically adjust for even pad wear whereas the manual adjust brakes will need to be adjusted every season by hand. I have attached a list of install and review videos on all of the above parts for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The #AKEBRK-35L brake assemblies will use a 7/16 inch mounting nut. You can use the Brake Mounting Hardware Kit #BIK-00. This kit includes 4 nuts and 4 lock washers to install 1 brake assembly. The mounting pattern for the #AKEBRK-35L brake…

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Answer 2

According to Dexter, the nut should be torqued to between 45-70 foot lbs. If you don't have a torque wrench close at hand, Tighten the bolts until the lock washer flattens, which will put you really close to the correct torque. We offer 4…

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Answer 3

In order to find the correct replacement leaf springs for a trailer you first need to start by noting the type whether that be slipper or double eye. Then, you'll need to measure their unloaded length via jacking up the trailer. If the…

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Answer 4

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 5

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 6

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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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 8

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 9

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 10

For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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