Is the Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator w/ Drop, Electric Lockout Compatible with Disc Brakes

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Question:

This model 10 unit will work on disc brakes????

asked by: Scott B

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Expert Reply:

Yes, the Dexter Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator w/ Drop, Electric Lockout # T4750620 is compatible with disc brakes.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

It depends on what the actuator is rated for. There should be some kind of identifying sticker or maybe it is stamped somewhere on the actuator, like the Dexter #T4750620. If you currently have drum brakes then you definitely need to upgrade your…

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Answer 2

The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-20 should be wired to the reverse light circuit on your 7-way. Although I do not have a specific wiring diagram, this is a simple process. There are two wires on your brake actuator. One will be the…

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Answer 3

What a lockout on a hydraulic brake coupler does is prevent the brakes from applying when you back the trailer. An electric lock out is tied into the reverse lamp circuit on the vehicle so that when the vehicle is shifted into reverse the solenoid in…

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Answer 4

The problem with using a drum brake actuator with disc brakes is that it's not going to supply enough pressure to fully engage the assemblies. Drum brake actuators typically put out around 1,000 to 1,200 psi (sufficient for drum brake assemblies)…

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Answer 5

Yes, you can swap out the master cylinder of your Titan model 10 actuator to the part #T4749501042 that you referenced so that it would operate a set of disc trailer brakes.

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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

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 8

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 9

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 10

Traditionally, trailer manufacturers did not use electric brakes on boat trailers because the brake magnet wiring and trailer wiring did not always have the best insulation or water protection. These days, more and more manufacturers are using…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

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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