How to Switch Titan Model 60 Drum Brake Actuator to Disc Brake Actuator

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I have this unit on my boat trailer. I see where it says drum brakes but my boat trailer has disc only on front axle. Will this item still work with the setup i have because it looks like the same one I got on the trailer now? Thanks

asked by: Mark

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Expert Reply:

We have a simple solution for you, though actuators for drum brakes and disc brakes require different psi ratings so you would not be able to use your 7,000 lb rated Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator with your trailer that has disc brakes, but you don't need to get an entirely new actuator either.

Instead, all you need to do is switch our the master cylinder on your drum brake actuator for the disc brake application; so all you need to do is add the Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Titan Model 60 Brake Actuators - Disc # T4820000 and your actuator is ready to be used with disc brakes.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

I went out to our warehouse for you and took the measurements that you requested. I have attached these for you below in a photo. The bolt holes on the Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly part #T4820000 are 3-5/8" long x 1-5/8" wide. The…

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Answer 2

Since you have 15 inch wheels with a 6 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern the only disc brake kit that would work are for 5,200 lb to 6,000 lb axles, though you mentioned having a 3,900 lb capacity trailer. But since you are replacing your spindle, this…

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Answer 3

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

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 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

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

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 '90s.…

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Answer 9

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 most…

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Answer 10

The "KTC 7600" stamped on the brake pad doesn't look to be a part number, so I can't cross reference it, but we do know you have Kodiak ceramic brake pads. So to determine the correct brake pads, all you need to do is match up…

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Answer 11

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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