Comparing Dexter DX, BrakeRite II, and Hydrastar Electric-Over-Hydraulic Actuators

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What is the difference between Dexter DX series electric over hydraulic actuator, Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator and Dexter BrakeRite II Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator?

asked by: Matthew

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The Dexter DX Series # K71-651 and the Hydrastar Vented Marine # HS381-8067 are more comparable as they both have hardwire installations (just made by different manufacturers) while the Dexter BrakeRite II # T4813102 is more of a "plug-and-play" type installation.

Out of these options I highly recommend the Hydrastar Vented Marine # HS381-8067 though because I've had far less troubleshooting questions about their system. As an extra perk, this Hydrastar model has a vented end plate that does a much better job at dissipating heat than the standard Hydrastar models as well as the Dexter models; so this is more of a high-performance system.

Attached is a review video for you to check out!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The issue you are having with the Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator part #K71-651 and Ram Factory Integrated Brake Controller (ITBC) is common. The brake controller is sending too much voltage constantly back to the actuator…

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Answer 2

I sure can compare the quality difference of the Brakerite #T4813102 and the Dexter #K71-651 for you. The Dexter actuator is more durable because of its metal housing versus the plastic housing on the Brakerite actuator. The Brakerite has a 1 year…

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Since the factory brake controller on your 2014 Ram 3500 has an electric over hydraulic mode, it should work just fine with the Dexter actuator. But since it isn't there are some things you can try. First, check to see if you have to have the…

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Answer 4

The HydraStar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness #HS381-9067 is designed to work with an aftermarket electric over hydraulic brake controller. This kit will require you to wire in the components using the wire…

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The Hydrastar #HS381-8067 is a vented version of the actuator designed for marine applications (boat trailers) whereas the part #HBA16 was not designed for marine applications.

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Like you said, many factory integrated brake controllers will not work well with electric over hydraulic trailer braking systems. Some of the newer versions of these controllers now have an electric over hydraulic mode. Check to see if any of your…

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Thank you for providing all the information. If you are going to replace your entire idler hub you would want the Stainless #KH84545S or Galvanized #DE36VR idlers hubs since its on a boat trailer. These will come with the Inner Race #L68111 and Outer…

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Answer 8

Hey Jon, so the Bearing Buddy seal kit part #BB60002 that you referenced is the correct fit based on your bearing numbers.

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Answer 9

I reached out to Roadmaster about the Comfort Ride Leaf Spring Suspension Kit w/ Shocks #RM-2460-2580 you are looking to install. While they are unable to give exact numbers for the length of travel on the leaf springs the shocks do have 5-1/2"…

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Answer 10

As your trailer has a 4-way you simply need an Adapter #PK12716 to connect to the Hydrastar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator #HS481-8067. The actuator, breakaway battery and module will all plug into each other through the included…

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