What Width Frame Does the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator Fit

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Dual axle, drum breaks on an older EZ Load trailer. This looks like a different design, but will it fit? I don’t see the width on the product listing? Thank you!

asked by: James

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The Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator part # DX33FR is designed to fit a 3" wide trailer frame. This is the most common width. If you have a different width please let me know what that is and I'll see what other options we have for you.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

If you are looking for a brake actuator that works with drum brakes and a 2-5/16" hitch ball then 2 of our most popular options are from Titan. We have a weld-on application with part #T1521000 as well as a bolt-on application with part…

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Answer 2

The Dexter DX 7.5 actuator part #DX89FR that you referenced is a very similar design to the Tie Down LP 7000 that you referenced. This would be a great replacement solution that may not bolt up exactly the same but would still work great.

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Answer 3

Yes the Dexter actuator part #DEX94FR would work as a replacement for the Atwood actuator your trailer has and would be a really great choice too. This fits the standard trailer tongue dimensions (3 inch wide) like what your current Atwood fits so it…

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Answer 4

The Dexter #DX27FR would make a good replacement for trailers weighing less than 7500 lbs. The coupler is compatible with a 2 inch trailer ball, so if your trailer meets those criteria, the #DX27FR would be an excellent choice. UFP is now owned by…

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Answer 5

We do have an option for a weld-on coupler for drum brakes, but there is not a version of the Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator 8605001 that is a weld-on option. The closest that can be welded on is the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator - Drum -…

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Answer 6

There is not because the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator - Primed #DEX94FR is a weld-on actuator, and those are the only ones that are primed to be painted. Bolt-on actuators do come with zinc plating and are not primed for being painted, including…

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Answer 7

DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid is recommended for Demco brake actuators like the #DM72VR. You should never use DOT 5 as it will wear out seals very quickly.

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Answer 8

There is not a rebuild kit so you would need to replace your UFP A-60/A-75 disc brake actuator, with the correct one depending on if you have a 3" x 5" or 3" x 4" straight tongue: - 3" x 5" Straight Tongue: Dexter DX7.5L…

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Answer 9

You can use the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator - Drum - Primed - 2" Bulldog Coupler #DM8509202 with a pintle hitch ball combo like the B&W Tow & Stow Pintle Hook with 2" Ball #BWTS10055 or Buyers Combination Pintle Hook with 2"…

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Answer 10

It looks like your 2003 Ranger 521 boat trailer has a straight tongue coupler so you should be able to use something like the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator #DX33FR. This is a bolt on application that fits a 2" hitch ball and has a weight…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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