Servicing Electric Trailer Brakes on a Tandem Axle Trailer with 10,000 Pound Axles
Question:
How do I go about tearing down the brakes on my trailer with 10000 lb axles. I need to check them and be able to adjust them when finished.
asked by: Steve S
Expert Reply:
I have included 3 videos that will help you. One specifically is on installing electric brakes. The trailer in that video did not start with brakes so it will be a little different. However it will still show you how to remove the hub and adjusting the brakes. I have all included a video just on installing a hub. And finally I have included a video on bearings that should be very helpful.
Some tips that I will add is to make sure that you clean off all of the old grease and use new grease like # L54FR as an example. Not all greases are compatible with each other so I have also included a link to our FAQ on grease compatibility. Make sure not to get any grease on the magnets or pads.
When adjusting brakes there is a special tool that you may be able to find but you can usually do it with a flat head screwdriver.
When looking at the armature surface (where the magnet touches the hub during a braking event) if it is warped or discolored you will need to replace it.
Products Referenced in This Question
LubriMatic Marine Trailer Wheel Bearing Grease - 3 oz. Cartridges - Qty 3
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Grease
- Brake and Bearing Grease
- Petroleum-Based
- Marine Bearing Grease
- Calcium Sulfonate
- 3 oz
- LubriMatic
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - Self-Adjusting - 12-1/4" - Left Hand - 10,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- LH
- 10000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 12-1/4 x 4 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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