Can Self-Adjusting And Manual-Adjust Brake Assemblies Be Used Together
Question:
Can you run a single axle trailer with one self-adjusting brake assembly and one manual adjusting assembly?
asked by: Bill M
Expert Reply:
Since self-adjusting brakes adjust on their own you'd never get the settings to match between the self-adjusting and manual adjust brake assemblies. This can cause uneven braking which could also throw off your ability to control the trailer and come to a safe stop. This also applies for tandem/triple axle trailers for the same safety reasons.
Since the part you're looking at is used on 3,500lb assemblies and you have a single axle trailer I'll assume that's the weight class you'll be needing for brake assemblies. For self-adjust assemblies I recommend part # AKEBRK-35-SA, for manual-adjust assemblies I recommend part # AKEBRK-35. I've attached some videos below to help walk you through the installation process.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Manual Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- etrailer
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Replacement Mounting Stud for Dexter 5 on 4-1/2 Hub and Drum for Hydraulic Brakes
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- Hardware
- Studs
- Dexter
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