Recommended Brake Magnet Sets that are Compatible with 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Brake Hubs

Question:

I have an older Shadow Cruiser 5th Wheel with AL-KO axles and 10 x 2 1/4 brakes. Which Backing plate/shoe/magnet sets will fit my axles and drums? I like the idea of the self adjusting sets, but how do they adjust?

asked by: Karl R

Expert Reply:

The brake magnet that will work with your ALKO 10 x 2-1/4 inch brake hubs, that I recommend is the # AKBRKR-M10. Included with this brake magnet is the retaining clip and spring.

The way the brake magnet works is when power is fed to this magnet it's magnetized and will come out and stick to the inner surface of the hub and drum assembly, which will in turn pull the brake arm. Self adjusting will have additional components that keep proper tension on the shoes so you don't have to manually adjust them when the pad material wears down.

I have linked a video for you as well.

expert reply by: Chris B