Info Needed to Pick Out Electric Brakes for Boat Trailer

Question:

I want to put electric brakes on my boat trailer, what info. do you need so i get the correct set up. thanks

asked by: Jim L

Expert Reply:

To pick out the correct brake assemblies for your trailer you need to know a few things.

You will want to measure the inner diameter of your hub/drums and the depth of the drums to determine what brake assembly dimensions you need. For example the part # 23-27 is a 10 inch by 2-1/4 inch thick brake assembly.

You also want to determine what the bolt pattern is of your assembly mounting flange. The standard size is 4 on 4 inch. You also want to determine the axle capacity of your trailer and go with an assembly that has the same rating, the # 23-27 has a 3,500 lb capacity.

If your trailer never had brakes I attached a help article that will walk you through the process of adding brakes to a trailer as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C