Which Way To Turn Adjuster Wheel To Increase Tension On Trailer Braking Assemblies

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The explanation for adjusting the brakes confuses me. Both adjusters face the same way. I assume when you say the wheel teeth move upward to tighten the shoes you mean from the perspective of the window on the backing plate. Since the adjuster both face forward and one is on the opposite side of the trailer wouldnt that mean that one of them would turn in the opposite direction to get the desired effect???

asked by: Mike M

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In order to adjust manual trailer braking assemblies you will first need the correct tool which is the Brake Adjustment Spoon part # W80630. Once you have this tool you can remove the rubber plug from the back of the braking assembly, spin the wheel/tire, and then turn the star wheel upward while looking at the rear of the braking assembly until you start to get a slight drag on the pads. The upward motion to increase tension will be the same for both sides.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

To adjust the brakes, you will need to raise the trailer and secure it on adequate capacity jack stands. Check that the wheel and drum rotate freely. Do not lift or support trailer on any part of the axle or the suspension system. Remove the…

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Answer 2

First thing I'd check is to see if the spindle nut is on too tight. If the brakes are tensioned properly and there's still more drag on one when than the other most likely somebody tightened the spindle nut too much. The spindle nut needs to…

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Answer 3

The brakes that are included with the Dexter axles will need to be adjusted when you install the axles. To adjust the brakes you can use a small screwdriver or a tool like part #W80630 to turn the adjustment wheel. The wheel pushes out the shoes. You…

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Answer 4

Yes, the magnet retaining clips #AKBRKR-MC will fit the brake assembly for an 8,000 pound Dexter axle.

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Answer 5

Yes, leaf springs must be replaced in pairs which is why one side left go and then the other shortly after. In regards to the stent you get on a full set of leaf springs, there are really a ton of variables present here so it is hard to predict.…

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Answer 6

To tighten the brake adjuster, you'd use an adjusting tool like #W80630 and spin the wheel upwards. To loosen or contract the brake shoes, you'd rotate it downwards, as shown in the video I've linked you to. You'll need to fast…

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Answer 7

You should be turning the star wheel up to tighten your brakes and turning it down to loosen the brakes. Since you are doing the opposite, it could mean the brakes are improperly mounted and I recommend taking a look at your brake assemblies to see…

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Answer 8

You should be turning the star wheel up to tighten your electric brakes, as you mentioned. This could mean they are improperly mounted and I recommend taking a look at your brake assemblies to see how they were put on. You will need to disassemble…

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Answer 9

You are not crazy, some times the brakes will be turned down opposed to up for tightening. Drum brakes star wheel adjusters have directional teeth that will let you use an adjustment spoon like the Brake Adjustment Spoon for Drum Brakes #W80630 or…

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Answer 10

Drum brakes' star wheel adjusters have directional teeth that will let your adjustment spoon #W80630 (or flat-blade screwdriver) catch those teeth better in one direction than another. The direction that provides the better grip of the blade on…

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Answer 11

Thank you for purchasing from etrailer! You did a great job selecting compatible parts. When using Leaf Springs #e64SR with the #AP233 Equalizer Kit and the #H248 Hanger Kit, there should be 29-1/2" between the front and center hangers and…

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Answer 12

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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