What is the Difference Between Dexter 6k and 7k Electric Drum Trailer Brake Assemblies
Question:
What is the difference in the 6000# and the 7000# brake assembly for Dexter axles? The same shoe fits both, is the magnet different on them? What is the difference between a white wire magnet and a black wire magnet ........ Is the hole centers on the 2 different dexter axles 6K and 7K the same? Mine is on a 35 ft. Cardinal 5th. wheel trailer 2005 . Not sure which axle I have. Will a 7K assembly fit on a 6K axle.
asked by: E.R.Haskett
Expert Reply:
Electric drum brake assemblies for 6k and 7k axles both use the same 5 bolt mounting pattern. The 7k brakes will have a stronger magnet and will provide more braking. If used on a 6k axle a 7k brake assembly can be too aggressive but it could be used. The literature for the trailer should indicate the axle capacity somewhere. There may also be a sticker or plate on the axle with the capacity. It might also be stamped into the metal of the axle.
I have included links to the 12 x 2 inch brakes for 6k and 7k axles for you.
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Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
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- 6000 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Manual Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
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