How to Choose Which Hub/Drum is Needed
Question:
I read about the electric brake kits, but where does one get the brake drums?
asked by: Howard A
Expert Reply:
I'm not sure which electric brake kit you're referring to. We don't kit our electric brake parts. The brake drum needed would depend on a few factors.
We'd need to know:
The number of lugs and bolt circle diameter of the wheels you're using (see
The part number or diameter of the brake assembly and the width of the brake shoes used
The reference number from the inner and outer bearings used with your current hubs
The reference number of the grease seal on your existing hubs
If you can't read the reference numbers, you'll need a highly accurate measuring device like a digital caliper to measure diameter of the spindle journal surfaces where the inner and outer bearings ride. You'll also need to get the diameter of the spindle where the grease seal rides. I'll provide a photo showing where to measure.
If you'd care to reply with the information above, I'd be happy to recommend a brake hub/drum for you.
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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