Parts Needed to Add Brakes to 2023 Big Tex 35SV Single Axle Trailer

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Hi, I have 2023 Big Tex 35SV single axle trailer that I would like to add brakes to. It has unspecified 3500 lbs axles with 4 bolt flanges. The wheels are 5 on 5 Are these the right hubs and brake assemblies: 84556UC3-EZ 23-26-27 Or do I need something different, or would you recommend a different part for a specific reason? Ill obviously need a plug and a brake away batter box as well, but I assume those are not specific to the axle. Thank you for your help!

asked by: Jan S

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Yes, the # 84556UC3-EZ is the correct hub and drum assembly and the # 23-26-27 will work for brakes. However, you might want to consider the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust # 23-468-469 for brakes instead. Since they are self-adjusting, you won't have to worry about remembering to manually adjust your brakes.

For a 7-way you can use the Hopkins 7-Way Molded Trailer Wire Connector # HM20048. If you want a junction box use # 3375601101. Then for a breakaway kit we have the # 20400.

I have attached some review and installation videos below for your reference.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

It looks like you have a Dexter 3,500 Lb Axle so in order to replace the braking assemblies you can use the Electric Trailer Brake Kit part #AKEBRK-35-SA. If you want to replace the hubs as well then you can use the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum…

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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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You can convert surge brakes to an electric over hydraulic braking system. To do this, you will need an electric over hydraulic actuator and a brake controller. For an electric over hydraulic actuator, I recommend looking at the Carlisle HydraStar…

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Answer 4

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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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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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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First you will need to remove the old hydraulic equipment. Remove the surge coupler or actuator, remove all the lines, and finally remove the brake assemblies. If you have 10 inch diameter hub and drums, you may need to replace those as well. If you…

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Answer 8

There really isn't a particular maximum trailer weight that is used to determine when brakes need to be added to both axles of a tandem axle setup. While I do still recommend checking your local laws, I am also not aware of any general laws that…

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Parts Needed to Add Brakes to 2023 Big Tex 35SV Single Axle Trailer

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