Best Replacement for a Atwood Surge Brake Actuator 85778
Question:
I need to replace the coupler unit on my boat trailer. It currently has an Atwood 85778 with manual lock-out. What do you recommend for replacement? Thank you,
asked by: Ronald
Expert Reply:
The best replacement option we offer for an Atwood Surge Brake Actuator 85778 is the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator part # DM62VR. It has the same ball size, offers a bolt-on install, and has a greater capacity. The only difference is it has an electric lockout as opposed to a manual one which aren't really used anymore. Therefore, you'll have to get setup with a 5-way for the trailer and truck. This can be done using part # HM37918 and part # C57187.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Connector Adapter - 4-Way Flat to 5-Way Flat - Vehicle End
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
- CURT
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Hopkins Wiring Harness with 5-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - Trailer End - 18" Long
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
- Hopkins
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Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator w/ Electric Lockout - Disc - Zinc - 2" Ball - 7,000 lbs
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 7000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- Disc Brakes
- Electric Lockout
- Demco
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