Parts Needed to Switch from Electric Trailer Brakes to Hydraulic Disc Brakes

Question:

we have a 2011 3055RL heartland bighorn fifth wheel. it has a max gvw of 14000lbs with 8 hole wheels and 16 inch tires could you give me a list of every thing i would need to change over to disc brakes. it looks like we need lines and lots of other parts. also we pull with an 08 dodge 2500 4x4 will my controller i have now work with the new kit? also what is never lube hubs? can they be used with the disc brakes? big question i know,. thanks for your help past and future.

asked by: Jeff

Expert Reply:

We actually have an FAQ article that will guide you into switching to hydraulic disc brakes. I have included a link to it for you. The basic parts you will need include the actual brakes themselves, brake lines, an electric over hydraulic actuator, and a brake controller. If you have a factory integrated controller it will not work with the actuator and you will need to add one that is like the P2 # 90885.

You will start by pulling a hub and getting the inner and outer bearings numbers stamped into the metal of the bearings. This will tell me what disc brakes will fit. Also make sure to measure the brake mounting flange mounting hole pattern. The FAQ covers all the parts needed.

Never lube hubs take special bearings that are lubricated and sealed so you do not have to add grease to them. They can be expensive as far as bearing/hubs go. There are some Never lube disc brake kits from Dexter that we do not carry.

expert reply by: Michael H