How To Determine Correct Brake Assembly For 2007 Airstream Safar Travel Trailer

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Do you have a brake assembly for a 2007 Airstream Safari 23’ ?

asked by: Daniel

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Replacement brakes typically correspond with the capacity of your axles. They also need to match the bolt pattern on the brake mounting flange as well as the size of your drum on the hub and drum assembly. Based on what I have found, it is likely that your 2007 Airstream Safari is using 3,500 lb axles.

I recommend checking the axle tag to verify this information. If there is no information on the axle you could also measure the drum which would typically be 10" x 2-1/4". Although these dimensions could also indicate a 4,400 lb axle, I'm positive your axle capacity is not that high.

Assuming that is the case, you should also have a 4 bolt brake flange pattern. For a brake assembly that will fit you can use the # 23-26-27 you were looking at. However, I recommend getting self-adjusting brakes like the Electric Trailer Brake Kit - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs # AKEBRK-35-SA. If you would prefer to stick with the Dexter brand then the # 23-468-469 is also available.

If you find that you have a different axle capacity or drum size please feel free to reach out and I will help you find the correct brake assembly for your Airstream.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

To verify the 12" x 2" Hydraulic Trailer Brake Shoe and Lining #BP04-160 are the correct brakes for your 1992 Escort boat trailer I will need to know the information stamped on your backing plate for your brakes. These shoes are…

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Answer 2

We don't have replacement brake shoes that fit your assemblies but we do have replacement brake assembly sets that would work great for what you have. If you wanted a free- backing setup we have the #AKFBBRK-35-D which are also dacromet…

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Answer 3

Yes, you can replace your current TruRyde Brakes BK-12E-02LL with the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit #23-464-465 or our etrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-7-SA. Both kits are self adjusting and will fit in place of your…

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Answer 4

Yes, there is a measurement you can take to determine what size brakes you need and if they will fit your existing drums. You will want to measure the diameter of your drums. I have included a diagram detailing the dimensions you will need to find.…

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Good questions. The difference between free backing brakes like the #AKFBBRK-35-D and regular hydraulic drum brakes like #DMSB18794M-93M (referred to as duo or duel servo) is that the wheel brake cylinder has pistons on both sides of the regular/duo…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 8

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the '90s.…

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Answer 9

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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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 11

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 12

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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