Parts Needed to Add Electric Brakes on Trailer With 3,500 lb Axle
Question:
Hi, I have a 5x10 utility trailer with a Dexter 3500 axle. I am looking for the parts I would need to add electric brakes. I imagine I need the right and left brake assemblies Item # 23-26-27 and hopefully an easy to install wiring kit that will convert my existing 4 pin plug to a 7 pin with brakes. Can you suggest the part #s for this?
asked by: Ben P
Expert Reply:
We do have what you need to install electric brakes on your trailer, and so long as your current hub and drums are 10" diameter x 2-1/4" wide (which is standard for 3,500 lb axles) and you have a 4-bolt brake mounting flange such # 4-35 you can use the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit # 23-26-27.
If you don't have that brake mounting flange you would need to get it welded onto your axle beam. Other parts you need for this are the Brake Adjustment Spoon # W80630 and Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit # 20400.
For the wiring you will need the Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit # e99011.
This kit includes the 7-way, junction box, ring terminals, and wire loom you need. You'll also want 10 Gauge Primary Wire # 10-1-1 and I recommend the Hopkins Deluxe Trailer Wiring Installation Kit # HM51020 to cover all your bases for tape, zip ties and a wire tool.
I have added a link to a help article for you to check out on parts needed for electric brakes, as well as links to video installs of the brakes, breakaway kit and junction box to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger - Top Load
- Trailer Breakaway Kit
- Kit with Charger
- Top Load
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brakes - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Manual Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
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Hopkins Deluxe Trailer Wiring Installation Kit
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- Tools for Wiring
- Wiring Kits
- Installation Kit
- Hopkins
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Brake Adjustment Spoon for Drum Brakes
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- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- Adjuster
- Brake Adjuster Tool
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Brake Mounting Flange for 2-3/8" Round Axle
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- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
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