Replacement 12 X 2 Electric Trailer Brake Assembly For a Dexter 5,200lb axle

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I need elec. brake ass. that is 12x2, 6 lug 5.5. The axles are Dexter 5200#. Will consider self adjusting or not. Open to Dexter or etrailer. Does not seem to be available on your web site. Thank you

asked by: Jeff H

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Expert Reply:

I recommend the etrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit # AKEBRK-7-SA as a replacement for your Dexter 5200 axle. This kit is self adjusting and work with 14.5-16.5" wheels. The brake assembly is the 12"x2" that you need and attaches to the axles 5 bolt mounting flange.

If you are also needing a hub/drum assembly the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # K08-201-98 or # 8-201-5UC3 may be the correct one for you. The first one is for E-Z lube axles and second for standard axles with a 6 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern and 1/2" studs. To confirm the correct fitment for your specific axle you will either need to verify the spindle bearings and grease seals on your axle or I can look up the correct assembly based on your axles serial number. If the axle is older than 2001 you may have to measure your spindle. The serial number can be found on the axle data tag or stamped into the axle tube on the rear of the tube approximately 18" from the hub.

The hubs come with Inner Bearing # 25580 with a inner diameter of 1.75", Outer Bearing # LM67048 with a inner diameter of 1.25" and a Grease Seal # RG06-070 with a inner diameter of 2.25".

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

Based on the photo and information you provided, I can tell you have 12 x 2 inch Dexter brake assemblies for 5.2K axles, for which the Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-7-SA will be an excellent replacement. These are self-adjusting brakes so they…

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Answer 2

You will need the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit w/ Parking Brakes #23-112-113 to replace the 12"x2" electric brakes on your trailer. This is a set which contains one set for the left and right side of your trailer. Since you…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

The etrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-7-SA are the correct replacements for your 2015 Keystone Montana High Country 305RL. These are self adjusting to ensure that you will not have to adjust them after proper installation. The Deka Heat…

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Answer 5

In order to find the correct hub/drums to use with the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly part #23-458-459 (part #23-459 + part #23-458) we are going to need to know your bearing numbers or measurements. We would also need to know…

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Answer 6

Yes a triple axle with brakes on all axles would have the ability to stop quicker as there would be 33% more tire contact which would give the trailer more traction to slow down quicker. Do we always recommend adding axles for this reason though? Not…

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Answer 7

The easy way to do the initial adjustment of self adjusting brake assemblies is install them and then just drive slowly in like a parking lot and grab the manual override lever of your brake controller repeatedly till the brakes were adjusted. With…

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Answer 8

There is a difference. The etrailer brakes specifically, such as #AKEBRK-7-SA, have pad material that is cut rather than snapped off a long strip. The result is a cleaner cut pad that is less likely to crack or have pieces fall off of it. Otherwise…

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Answer 9

Thank you for giving us a chance to help you out with the brakes on your travel trailer, and thanks also to your friend who steered you our way. We do sell all sorts of individual brake replacement parts such as shoes, magnets, springs, etc but most…

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Answer 10

The Brake Mounting Flange for 3" Round Axle #4-44-1 will allow you to weld on the brake flange to a 3" axle. This will be the correct pattern for your Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit #23-105-106. There are also Brake Mounting Flange for…

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Answer 11

The brake pads on the 12" Dexter Electric Drum Brake Kit #23-180-181 are 3/16" thick. Dexter Axle recommends replacing them once they get down to 1/16" thick.

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Answer 12

To replace your 12" brakes I recommend checking out the 7K TruRyde Electric Trailer Brake Kit #TRU96FR or the 5.2K - 7K Hydraulic Trailer Brake Kit #AKUBRK-7 depending on what kind of braking system you have. You'll also need the Mounting…

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