How To Find The Replacement Brake Shoes For a Dexter 7,000LB Axle

Question:

I am looking for brake shoes for 8 lug dexter axle. I assume it it is 7K but I am not sure. Do all 8 lug axles have the same brake shoes? I was looking at this product. Replacement Shoe Kit for Dexter 12 x 2 Manual Adjust Electric Brake Assembly - 7K Item # DX28FR Thank You Craig

asked by: Craig K

Expert Reply:

Unfortunately Craig, there are several different brake shoes used on Dexter 7,000LB trailer axles. I have a couple ways I can help you find exactly what you are going to need. First off the easiest way for you is by finding the serial number on your Dexter axle. This is typically on a sticker on the rear center of the axle or stamped into the tube about 18 inches from the hub. With this I can contact Dexter to see exactly what components you had installed from the factory. Otherwise stamped on the back of the brake assembly there should be the brake information which I can correlate to find the correct shoes you will need.

If you have trouble finding either of these you might just consider replacing the entire electric Assemblies # 23-464-465 as these are also their self adjusting brakes which help you maintain brake adjustment as the pads wear.

expert reply by: Bud M