Troubleshooting One Wheel Locking Up on Boat Trailer When Braking

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I have one wheel on at boat trailer with a Titan hitch on it that is locking up. Can you help me diagnose the issue and also identify the model I have? Thank you!

asked by: Danny C

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Helpful Expert Reply:

One of the most popular hydraulic Titan actuators is the Model 6. If you can find a part number stamped on the actuator or found on a sticker (and send me some photos) I can help you identify what you have.

As far as the brakes locking up goes, you probably have a brake that is adjusted too much and you need to back it off using a Brake Adjustment Spoon # W80630. You'll want to adjust the brakes so the wheel can freely spin but it also has some drag. Since you only have this happening with one wheel it would be a good idea to also check your other wheels to make sure they aren't too loose.

With all of your brakes adjusted properly this should fix the uneven braking you've been experiencing.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

One wheel locking up on your trailers brakes could be for a few reason. Most likely it's due to a brake assembly that is out of adjustment. You want to adjust the assemblies so there is only a light drag on them when they are turned by…

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Answer 2

The Kodiak Dacromet Disc Brake Conversion Kit, item #K2HR35D, would be a good choice for conversion to disc brakes on your boat trailer. We have not had the opportunity to do a video installation for the disc brake conversion yet, but I will go…

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Answer 3

Hey mark I can definitely try to point you in the direction of the correct hubs and brakes for your trailer. I was not able to find any useful references for the numbers you provided, but there are other ways to determine the correct hub. Do you…

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We do have what you need to replace the UFP HD-1377-10 hub and drum as well as add hydraulic brakes for your boat trailer. Here are the exact parts you will need: - Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #84546UC3 - Hydraulic Trailer Brake Kit -…

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Answer 5

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 6

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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I have included a link to a video on adjusting self-adjusting brakes. Basically there is a device on the adjustment wheel on these brakes that prevents the shoes from adjusting back inward. You have to sort of move that out of the way to be able to…

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Answer 8

To bleed the brakes on your Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly Item #DM9713045 you can use the Hand Vacuum Pump Brake Bleeder Item #PTW87030 by attaching the vacuum hose to the bleeder on the brake caliper and the other end to the reservoir and then you'll…

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Answer 9

Self-adjusting brakes #AKEBRK-7-SA do not require that you travel in reverse for them to adjust. They can adjust themselves going forward or backward. Keep in mind that even self-adjusting brakes require 1 initial adjustment. You could just install…

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Answer 10

Surge brakes use a hydraulic actuator to push fluid to the cylinder piston to activate the brake shoes on drum brakes or brake pads on disc brakes. This pressure should only be applied when weight is pushing against the hitch ball, so no pressure…

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