Determining Correct Parts To Add Electric Brakes To 6.5x16 Dual Axle Landscape Trailer
Question:
I bought a 6.5x16 dual axle lanscape type trailer i wanna add eleftric brakes brakes. I camt find any axle size markings are are they all same dimensions wirh jus bigher shoes or?
asked by: Robert A
Expert Reply:
I would be more than happy to help you find the correct parts to add electric brakes to you 6.5x16 Landscape trailer but you will need to find out a few measurements of your spindles first.
Different weight capacity axles will require different bearings, hubs, and brake components.
To determine which components you will need you will need to take a few measurements.
First you will need to know what inner and outer bearings your trailer uses, as well as which grease seal. The easiest way to do this is pull one hub and look for the numbers stamped on each bearing. If your bearings are worn and you cannot read the bearing numbers you will need to use a set of digital calipers like # PTW80157 to accurately measure your spindle in a few spots shown in the included diagram to determine the correct bearings and grease seal.
You will also need to know if your axle has a brake mounting flange already installed, or if you will need to order one and have it professionally installed by an axle shop. The brake mounting flange is right behind the spindle and could have 4, or 5 bolt holes depending on the weight capacity of your axle. I included a picture of a brake mounting flange for you to take a look at.
If you can provide the correct inner and outer bearings, grease seals for your spindles, and if your axles have the brake mounting flange or not, I would be happy to confirm the parts you will need to add electric brakes to your trailer.
I included a helpful article that goes over adding electric brakes to a trailer for you to take a look at.
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Brake Mounting Flange for 2-3/8" Round Axle
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
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Robert J.
12/14/2020
I bought a 6.5x16 dual axle lanscape type trailer i wanna add eleftric brakes brakes. I camt find any axle size markings are are they all same dimensions wirh jus bigher shoes or?