Can I Add Electric Brakes To A 1984 Didgeridoo Pickup Bed Trailer?

Question:

Hi I have a 84 didgeridoo pickup bed Trailer, is it possible to put electric brakes on it? If so do you sell a kit to do this? Thank you Allen

asked by: Allen C

Expert Reply:

Hello Allen, it might be possible to add electric brakes to your 1984 didgeridoo pickup bed trailer. To do this you will need to have an axle with a brake mounting flange and a compatible spindle. You will need new hub/drums, brake assemblies, a 7-way trailer wiring harness, a breakaway kit and an electric trailer brake controller.

You will first need to determine the weight capacity of the axle so that you can select appropriately rated drums and brake assemblies. You will also need to verify that your axle has a brake mounting flange welded to the spindle.

From there you will need to determine both the inner and outer bearing sizes for your axle. This way we can be sure that compatible hubs are available. I will tell you that if the current axle is original to the truck, it is unlikely that it will use the same standard bearing sizes used for trailer hubs. In these cases, the axle will need to be replaced. We can definitely look into you options. If you can tell me the weight capacity of your axle, the number of bolt holes on the brake flange, and your bearing sizes I am happy to let you know what your options are.

expert reply by: Jesse M