Recommended Kit to Add Disc Brakes to Dexter 8,000 lbs Axles

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Hi, I have Kauffman mini5 with lippert 8k torsions, the one that have same 25580 inner and outer bearings, oil hub Wish to convert my electrical brakes to a disc brakes, what kit I need to fit my axles?

asked by: Paul

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For your 8,000 lbs Lippert axles you will want the Kodiak Disc Brake Kit item # K2HR89DD. This kit will replace one axles worth of brakes.

Since you currently have electric brakes you will need a the Hydrastar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes item # HS481-8067 and a Brake Line Kit item # HS496-252.

You will want to make sure your trailer is rated for electric over hydraulic brakes as well.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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