Are Trailer Brakes Normally Locked Up When Disconnected from Tow Vehicle

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Did the trailer brakes lock up when you disconnect from the truck? I put chocks but still seems like trailer wheel are free to roll.?

asked by: Jim C

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Trailer brakes do not lock up when they are disconnected from the tow vehicle. They basically are free rolling until a brake controller puts amperage on their circuit which applies the braking mechanisms. Wheel chocks like what you mentioned are what's needed to keep the trailer from rolling.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

When adding brakes to a trailer the first thing you will need is to determine if there is a brake mounting flange on the axle. If you do not have a brake flange I recommend part #4-35. This should be welded in place by a professional welder because…

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Answer 2

Unless something is putting voltage on the brake output circuit of the trailer wiring the brakes of the trailer wouldn't be activated. So if your trailer wasn't plugged into a tow vehicle the trailer's brakes should not be activated…

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Answer 3

Yes, the BetterWeight Mobile Tongue Weight Scale part #C51701 will work on a 2022 Ford F-150 hybrid with blue cruze. You also can use a RoadActive #RAS3611-YHD (formerly Roadmaster) suspension enhancement kit with this but you will need to perform a…

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Answer 4

If your trailer's electric drum brakes are locking up even when the trailer is disconnected from the tow vehicle, then it sounds like the battery on the trailer is somehow finding a connection to the brake circuit. This could be from something as…

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The replacement tires in size 215/75R14 that I recommend are the Provider ST215/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C #TTWTR21514 or the #TTWTRTM2157514D which is the same tire in Load Range D. For replacement wheel and tire combos in the same…

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Answer 6

Hitching or unhitching a trailer is always safest when both the vehicle and trailer are on level ground. This reduces the chance for the trailer to roll. Yes, you could use 4 wheel chocks like #MT70073 to prevent a single axle trailer from rolling…

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The Trailer Valet XL, part #TVXL2 with 2 inch ball and the #TVXL25 with the 2-5/16 inch ball are meant for use on level surfaces only, they wouldn't work well on the slope you describe.. Actually, I have a much less expensive and easier to use…

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For your 7500 lb concession trailer, I recommend the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive #TVXL2 for a 2 inch hitch ball or #TVXL25 for a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball. This will come with a hand crank and a cordless drill attachment to make…

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Answer 9

The instruction manual for the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive item #TVXL2 states not to use the dolly on any flat or paved incline or decline that is steeper than 10 degrees.

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Answer 10

I definitely understand how safety chain capacities and determining exactly what chain rating you need for your trailer can be a bit confusing. To keep it as simple as possible, safety chain requirements state that the breaking strength of EACH…

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Answer 11

There are a number of reasons why the brakes on your trailer may not be working. Lets start with the easiest things to check. First, check the vehicle and trailer connectors for corrosion. This can cause a short inside the connector and the brake…

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The Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly w/ Parking Brake #K23-086-00 and #K23-087-00 both utilize the 12V power from your electric brake controller for regular brake operation or the 12V breakaway battery for emergency braking, but utilizes the…

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