How To Use Ram Truck with Factory Brake Controller with Surge Brake Trailer Using EOH Actuator
Question:
i have a trailer that is currently fitted w/ 1 sets of surge brakes. my new ram truck has a controller built in. what will it take to convert my trailer?
asked by: Josh
Expert Reply:
In order to use the trailer brakes with an electric trailer brake controller you'll need an electric over hydraulic actuator if you don't already have one, I recommend the Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator part # HS381-9065 for drum or part # HS381-9067 for disc. In order to make an electric over hydraulic actuator work with a factory trailer brake controller you'll just need an adapter. I recommend the Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Adapter Module part # HBA-CAM which wires in on the trailer. It works with all electric actuators and factory trailer brake controllers.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hydrastar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness - 1,000 psi
- Brake Actuator
- Electric-Hydraulic Brake Actuator
- 1000 psi
- Drum Brakes
- Hydrastar
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Hydrastar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness - 1,600 psi
- Brake Actuator
- Electric-Hydraulic Brake Actuator
- 1600 psi
- Disc Brakes
- Hydrastar
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Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Adapter Module for Ford and Chevy Brake Controllers
- Accessories and Parts
- Brake Actuator
- Disc Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- Adapters
- Hydrastar
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