Adjusting Electric Brake Assemblies on Trailer Drop Axle

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Is there a easy way to adjust brakea on a drop axle I have the brake tool

asked by: Matthew H

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I'm not sure which brake adjustment tool you have but on our PT # W80630 there are two sides that can be used. The end with the 90 degree bend is designed for adjusting electric brakes on drop axles like yours, which will allow you to access that hard-to-reach star wheel adjuster.

There's not really an additional trick or easier method for this process. I have attached a demonstration video below that you might also find helpful. You can skip ahead to the 4:35 mark to watch our installer adjust the brake assembly.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

I believe you almost solved the problem when you swapped the wiring, but in reality you needed to use 10 gauge wire like part #10-1-1 (sold by the foot). You are experiencing a voltage drop due to the long distance of wire that's not thick…

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Answer 2

Although I don't know the exact colors that you need to attach to specific functions on your 7-Way, you can take a circuit tester like part #PTW2993 to figure out which wire carries which function and then connect them using the attached…

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Answer 3

Aluminum trailer frames or bodies can cause grounding issues so I suggest using a separate ground wire that runs from the rear of the trailer up to the main ground post in the junction box like #38656. You can join the ground wires for the individual…

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Answer 4

A drop axle certainly can make it tough to reach the star wheel adjuster on a drum brake. The adjuster spoon tool we offer #W80630 has a 90-degree bend that will often let you get access to the adjuster even on a drop axle. Essentially you will need…

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Answer 5

It should be getting close to 12 volts if the power output is set to the maximum on the brake controller. Some brake controllers will not work properly if they are titled or turned to the side or if it has a leveler knob that is not level. Check…

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Answer 6

According to Draw-Tite, their 76432 hitch which we sell as part #DT38MR is a fit for the 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the OEM fascia panel that's removeable. You can see how the hitch fits on the vehicle by clicking the provided link to a…

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Answer 7

My contact at Draw-Tite confirms that once their 76432 hitch which we offer as part #DT38MR is installed on a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited X, the door in the fascia WILL be able to be reinstalled. You'll remove it to use the hitch, and…

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Answer 8

A tow package for a vehicle is usually a frame mounted trailer hitch and trailer wiring on a vehicle like your 2002 Dodge Dakota. If you have those two things you could pretty easily assume you have the tow package. Or, you can take the VIN of your…

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Answer 9

For your 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part #118727. It's custom made for your Jeep and it gives you a 4 way flat trailer connector so you have all the lights to tow a trailer safely and legally.…

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Answer 10

I have the perfect brake controller solution for you with the Curt Echo Mobile brake controller part #C51180. This controller requires zero wiring and also does not attach to the dash so you wouldn't have to modify your vehicle interior in any…

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Answer 11

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 12

Sounds like your brake magnets are getting worn as they are what grabs the drum to apply the brakes. This isn't uncommon as there's quite a bit of friction there. Basically the magnet gets activated and grabs onto the drum which then applies…

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