Replacement Electric Trailer Brakes for a Dexter 8-249 Hub
Question:
I have a couple questions about adding brakes to my trailer. 1997 Parker performance car hauler 18’. 3500lb axles Drums that came with it are dexter 8-249. #1. Can you cross reference the part number I need? #2. Can you tell me if #23-468-469 is the correct brake kit needed. #3. And do I need special wiring? It currently has a 7 way plug. Thanks!
asked by: Jamie
Expert Reply:
You have done your research! I can confirm that the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K item # 23-468-469 is the correct brake kit you need for your Dexter 8-249 drums.
If you are interested in replacing your Dexter 8-249 drums we have two options. The first is in a 5 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern item # AKHD-555-35-K. The second option is a 5 on 5 bolt pattern item # 84556UC3.
If you trailer currently has a functional 7-way connector you will not need any special wiring to replace your brakes. If you need some extra brake wire you will want the Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot item # 10-2-1. A Trailer Wiring Junction Box - 7 Color Coded Terminals - ABS item # 3375601101 is also a great way to consolidate all your trailer wiring into one secure area.
Products Referenced in This Question
Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
- Wiring
- Wire
- Jacketed Wire
- 2 Wire
- 10 Gauge
- Deka
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Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brakes - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Trailer Wiring Junction Box - 7 Color Coded Terminals - ABS
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Junction Box
- Buyers Products
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 5
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 5 on 5 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 5 - Pre Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Pre-Greased
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 5 on 5 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
more information >
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