Compatibility Of Dexter DX EOH Disc Brake Actuator With Hydrastar HBA-CAM OEM Adapter Module

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Am I able to use a HBA-Cam Module with a Dexter DX 1600psi EOH Actuator?

asked by: Alan B

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Yes, you can use the HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Adapter Module # HBA-CAM with the Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Disc Brake Actuator # K71-651. In my experience I find the Hydrastar HBA-CAM is the most reliable module with the least issues during use.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

According to Dexter, their electric over hydraulic actuators should be compatible with the OE brake controllers, but in practice we find that is not always the case. We have found that the GM OE brake controller is not compatible with other electric…

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Answer 2

Integrated brake controllers are notorious for not always working well with electric over hydraulic actuators. Sometimes it's just easiest to replace the controller with aftermarket. What actuator does your trailer have? If it is a Hydrastar like…

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Answer 3

Yes, there is another option to add a brake controller to your Sierra. Since you have the factory tow package, I recommend the Curt Echo In-Line Wireless Brake Controller item #C79DR. The controller plugs in behind your 7-way with included…

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From what we know the newer GM trucks, like your 2022 GMC Sierra 3500, shouldn't need the Adapter Module #DX35FR to work with the Dexter BrakeRite system, but I would be lying if I said this kind of thing hasn't popped up in the past. Where…

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The newer factory brake controllers don't have many issue when used with electric over hydraulic brakes. The older models would not work at all. That said, in order to ensure better compatibility it would not be a bad idea at all to install an…

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Like you said, many factory integrated brake controllers will not work well with electric over hydraulic trailer braking systems. Some of the newer versions of these controllers now have an electric over hydraulic mode. Check to see if any of your…

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Answer 7

The integrated brake controller in your 2017 Ford F-450 is compatible with electric over hydraulic trailer brakes. Make sure you have the controller set for EOH brakes because it has an option for electric brakes and an option for EOH brakes. If you…

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Since you have disc brakes on your trailer you must use a disc brake actuator like part #HBA16. The problem is that with an actuator like part #HBA-12, it will not provide enough pressure to actuate the brakes. The maximum output pressure for the…

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Answer 9

The HydraStar HBA-CAM Adapter Module, part #HBA-CAM, is intended specifically for use with generation 6 and later models of the HydraStar electric-over-hydraulic brake actuators. There is likely a compatibility issue between the HBA-CAM and the…

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Answer 10

The factory integrated brake controller you have in your 2013 Ford F350 is not compatible with the Dexter Electric Over Hydraulic Actuators like part #K71-651. I recommend you upgrade your brake controller to the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part…

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Answer 11

First thing you will need to do is check that all of the wiring of the actuator and your brake controller are correct. I attached a couple diagrams that should be helpful I spoke with my contact at Dexter and there is a way to troubleshoot your…

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It sounds to me like you may have a brake controller wiring harness that is pinned out improperly. Check out the pins in the port under your dash with a circuit tester, item #PTW2993 if needed. The middle right pin should be hot at all times, the…

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Compatibility Of Dexter DX EOH Disc Brake Actuator With Hydrastar HBA-CAM OEM Adapter Module

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