How Does Reverse Lockout Solenoid of Demco Surge Actuator # DM62VR Wire Up

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I just received my order of DM62VR . i know this unit came with the reverse lockout. I see the solenoid and the two yellow wires coming out of it but there were no directions as to how to connect these wires to my existing wiring harness. Where/how do i wire this solenoid to work. Thank you,

asked by: Patrick J

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The reverse lockout solenoid wiring of your # DM62VR is not polarity specific. This means that you can use either as the power wire or the ground from your reverse light circuit. As long as one has power and the other ground you are good.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

When bleeding the brakes on your trailer after installing the Kodiak Calipers you will first want to start with the brake that is furthest away from the actuator. Of the two bleeder valves, you will want to the bleeder valve that is on the top of the…

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Answer 2

There really isn't a particular maximum trailer weight that is used to determine when brakes need to be added to both axles of a tandem axle setup. While I do still recommend checking your local laws, I am also not aware of any general laws that…

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Answer 3

Brakes can be installed on only one axle of a tandem axle trailer, however you should first check your state laws to see how many brakes are required for the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your tandem axle trailer. Some states require a…

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Answer 4

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the '90s.…

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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 6

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

Traditionally, trailer manufacturers did not use electric brakes on boat trailers because the brake magnet wiring and trailer wiring did not always have the best insulation or water protection. These days, more and more manufacturers are using…

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Answer 9

Hey Kevin, for your Demco DA70 actuator you can use the Reverse Lockout Solenoid for Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuators #DM11993.

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Answer 10

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 11

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 12

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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