What Size Trailer Brakes for 3500-lbs Axle With 13 Wheels
Question:
I have a 2015 Mid America pontoon trailer, twin axle, they are 3500 lbs axles but have 13inch wheels on there. which kit would work best?
asked by: Garret
Expert Reply:
It's really going to come down to the size of the drums that you've got on those axles; there are exceptions to some rules but generally speaking 13 inch trailer wheels will work with 10 inch hub and drums, just not disc brakes. Your wheels might be manufactured differently than most and there isn't a clearance issue like on most, so it's most likely that you have 3500-lbs brakes that are for 10" drums.
For 10" hub/drums, the # AKEBRK-35-SA are the best choice for self adjusting brakes. For mounting hardware you'll want to use the # BRKH10B.
If for some reason you've only got 7" hub/drums you'll want to use the # AKEBRK-2, which are also self adjusting brakes and you will also need mounting hardware # BRKH7.
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - 7" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 2,000 lbs
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