Disc Brake Upgrade on a 2012 Tandem Axle Boat Trailer
Question:
I need help ing the correct brake system for my boat trailer. My 2012 tandem axle trailer built by Magic has never had brakes and i want to install a hydraulic disc brake system. GVWR 9,480# 15 wheels 6 lug x 1/2 x 2-3/4 c.c. 1. Looking for a bolt on 6k disc brake kit. 2. Bolt on actuator over 3x5 tube. 3. Brake line kit for tandem axles. Coupler to first axle 25 2nd axle 27 Thank you,
asked by: Bryan R
Expert Reply:
I would be happy to help you set up a disc brake system for you 2012 Tandem axle boat trailer. Let's start with an actuator you are going to want the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Disc - 2-5/16" Ball item # T4750800. This is a bolt on actuator that fits 3" channels. It has a 12,500 lbs capacity. I have linked a picture so you can see what it will look like when installed.
For your brake lines you are going to want the HydraStar Hydraulic Brake Line Kit - Tandem Axle - 25' item # HS496-252. I have included a diagram that shows what is included in the kit. As you can see in the picture, you will have enough brake line to go 27-1/2 ft back from the master cylinder which should be sufficient to reach the rear brakes on your boat trailer.
For your disc brakes you are going to want the Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 12" Rotor - 6 on 5-1/2 - Dacromet and Stainless steel - 6,000 lbs item # K2R526DS. This disc brake kit includes two assemblies with rust-resistant, Dacromet-plated rotors and mounting brackets, with stainless calipers. This kit is enough to do one axle. The dacromet coating provides superior corrosion resistance for freshwater or saltwater use. They have a 300- to 400-Hour salt-spray rating.
The disc brakes fit over a standard idler hub and are held in place by the wheel and wheel bolts. If you can tell me what size bearings you currently have on your trailer I will be able to find you the correct idler hubs. The Kodiak Trailer Hub for 5,200-lb to 6,000-lb Axles - 6 on 5-1/2 - Stainless Steel item # KH42655S fit Inner bearing item # 25580 (1.75" inner diameter) and Outer bearing item # 15123 (1.25" inner diameter).
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Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - 15123
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.250 Inch I.D.
- Bearing 15123
- Race 15245
- 5200 lbs Axle
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
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Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - 25580
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.750 Inch I.D.
- Bearing 25580
- Race 25520
- 10000 lbs Axle
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
- 8000 lbs Axle
- 9000 lbs Axle
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Hydrastar Hydraulic Brake Line Kit - Tandem Axle - 25' Long, 3/16" Main Line
- Accessories and Parts
- Brake Actuator
- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- 25 Feet Long
- Brake Lines
- Steel Line and Flexible Hose
- Brake Line Kits
- Tandem Axle
- Hydrastar
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Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 12" Rotor - 6 on 5-1/2 - Dacromet and Stainless Steel - 6,000 lbs
- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Marine Grade
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- Rotor
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- Kodiak
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Kodiak Trailer Hub for 5,200-lb to 6,000-lb Axles - 6 on 5-1/2 - Stainless Steel
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- 25580
- 15123
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- For 6000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Kodiak
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Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Disc - 2-5/16" Ball - Bolt On - 12,500 lbs
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 12500 lbs GTW
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball Coupler
- Disc Brakes
- No Lockout
- Dexter
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Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator w Drop and Electric Lockout - Disc - Zinc - 2-5/16" Ball - 12.5K
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- Surge Brake Actuator
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 12500 lbs GTW
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball Coupler
- Disc Brakes
- Electric Lockout
- Demco
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