Troubleshooting Trailer Brakes that Are Still Weak after Adjustment
Question:
2005 Eclipse Attitude 27foot toy hauler Ive owned the trailer for 6 months, since I towed it home the brakes have been very weak. My brake controller works well on my 23foot Wolf Pack toy hauler and actually locks the brakes up if turned up too high. I pulled the drums off, the shoes didnt look terrible. I adjusted the brakes properly and the exact same outcome which is with the controller turned all the way up and brake boost at MAX the trailer brakes barely grab. Looking for ideas please.
asked by: Adam
Expert Reply:
Make sure the brake output circuit of your trailer wiring is 10 gauge. Typically when there's weak braking and everything you've looked at checks out the issue is that the wiring for the circuit just isn't rated for the amperage needed for the brakes. We have 10 gauge wire available with part # 10-1-1 which is sold by the foot.
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 10" - Right Hand - 3,500 lbs
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- Electric Drum Brakes
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- 3500 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Manual Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
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