Parts Needed to Add Brakes to Trailer With 3,500 lb Axle
Question:
I bought a 6x 12 with 3500 lbs no brakes I want to put brakes on it will all 3500 axles brake kit work
asked by: David O
Expert Reply:
The etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes # AKEBRK-35-SA will work assuming you have brake flanges on the axle. If you don't have a brake flange you will need to take two of the # 4-35 to an axle shop and have them welded on. You will also need a hub and drum assembly like # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K.
I'm assuming the trailer has a 4-way on it right now so you will have up upgrade to a 7-way using the # HM20048. Adding brakes also means you need a breakaway kit like # 20400. On the vehicle side, you will need a 7-way and a brake controller if you don't already have one.
The # ETBC7 has everything required to upgrade a 4-way to a 7-way. For a brake controller, I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty # RED24FR. The # RED69FR will also be required for installation. I can check to see if there is a custom wiring harness for a 7-way and brake controller installation if you let me know what vehicle you have.
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Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger - Top Load
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Brake Mounting Flange for 2-3/8" Round Axle
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- Trailer Brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
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Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3.5K Axles - 10" - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
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- L44649
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
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Universal Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
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- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
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