Can a Disc Brake Actuator be Used with Trailer Drum Brakes if Brake Controller is Set Lower
Question:
Can I use one of the electric over hydraulic brake Actuators for disc brakes on a drum brake system by turning the gain on the controller down?
asked by: Dennis A
Expert Reply:
The difference between drum and disc brakes is the amount of psi each requires. The master cylinders are different and so they are not interchangeable even if you where to turn down the output on a brake controller. Since you have a drum brake set up on the trailer you will need the drum brake actuator # HBA-10 that you have referenced.
If you do not already have a brake controller that is compatible with electric over hydraulic braking systems, I recommend the P2, # 90885. It is a very reliable controller that is easy to set up and easy to use.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Drum Brakes - 1,000 psi
- Brake Actuator
- Electric-Hydraulic Brake Actuator
- 1000 psi
- Drum Brakes
- Hydrastar
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