Adding Brakes to a Mobile Home Axle

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So I was reading the post that you guys have on converting mobile home hubs to 6 lug. It states that if the brake backing plate is welded to the axle then you have to make sure that the brakes are 12X2inch or the 6 lug wont work. The question is if they are welded and are 12X2inch can I bolt the new backing plate to the old backing plate that is welded on or do the old backing plates need to be cut off and weld on the 5 hole flange. Thank you for your help.

asked by: Al S

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If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part # 23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part # 23-106 will bolt directly to them. If your current flanges don't have the same pattern you can remove the current studs in the flange and drill new holes in the correct spacing for these using the brake assembly as a template and using the Mounting Bolts and Hardware for 12" Brake Assemblies Kit part # BRKH12. If that isn't an option for you then removing the old flanges and replacing them with Brake Mounting Flange for 3" Round Axle part # 4-44-1 is the way to go.

expert reply by: Randy B

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You can get a new brake mounting flange for your axle. The old flange will need to be cut off. The part is #4-44-1. This is designed to fit a 3 inch trailer axle and should be welded in place by a professional. Since you would also have to get the…

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The installation instructions for this product are recommended for individuals who have experience winding torsion springs. If you have not worked with a torsion spring system before, we recommend contacting a local garage door company to install…

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To determine if there are compatible hubs and associated bearings to replace your current hubs to a more standard size you will have to take several precise measurements on the spindle of your axle. It is recommended to use a set of dial calipers to…

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We do carry replacement magnets and other parts for electric drum brakes, including some older designs. I linked the replacement magnets we carry for 12 x 2 brakes, parts #BP01-225 and #BP01-180. However, mobile home axles are not intended for…

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We do carry electric brake assemblies as well as hub/drum assemblies. To determine the correct fit, you will need to measure the spindles of your axles. I've attached a photo to assist with the measurement locations, and recommend using a digital…

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It makes no difference which direction the shackle nut or bolt head is facing. The bolt is not driven in, when the shackle bolts are tightened, the knurled portion of the bolt will be drawn into place. Make sure you use a lock nut, and snug it down…

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If your trailer's axles have the 5 bolt brake flange and 12 by 2 inch drums then the brake assemblies, part #AKEBRK-7-SA, will work for you. Verify by measuring the inner diameter and width of the drums. You should know that mobile home axles are…

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In general shackle bolts turning from use over time does not considerably wear out components. As long as the bolts are greased normally the movement from standard use would not cause them to wear out. The tension of the bolt and nut is loose enough…

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The part you referenced 127194TB is a double-lip seal with an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches. The available seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a double-lip seal sold as a…

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The best way to make sure you get the right hub and drum assembly is to pull one of the hubs on your trailer and check out the bearings. I have attached a photo that shows where the numbers should be on the side of the bearings. If you cannot find…

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The short answer to both of your questions is yes. You can remove the backing plate or brake assembly and use the existing hub with integrated drum by itself, or, you can simply replace it with an idler hub. Based on the photos, I would suggest…

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Absolutely, in order to install a 5 bolt brake mounting flange, you will need the Brake Mounting Flange for 3" Round Axle part #4-44-1. This brake flange bracket is designed to work with an axle diameter of 3". If your axle is smaller than…

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