Review of Hydrastar Trailer Brakes - HS496-252 Video

Dexter recommends a SAE 90, SAE 80W-90 or SAE 75W-90 oil to be used. I recommend the Kodiak Synthetic Bearing Oil for Oil Bath Hubs #XLPROLUBE as it is a synthetic 90 weight oil that helps reduce friction and to keep bearings cool. Since your cap…

Having the slightly larger main feed line of 1/4 inch is a a great idea for plumbing up your triple axle trailer. We have the HydraStar kit part #HS496-153 which is designed for that. This kit uses 1/4 for the main feed line to the first tee…

For a tandem axle trailer like what you have the Lippert Components Center Point by Trailair Air-Ride Suspension Upgrade #LC1565391 that you referenced would be a perfect solution. The air bags will give the trailer a much smoother ride quality…

The correct Kodiak Disc Brake Kit for a 5,200 lb axle is part #K2R526S for stainless or part #K2R526D for dacroment. In regards to compatibility, the brake mounting flange and spindle size are the only factors we can confirm. I don't foresee any…

The Kodiak Hydraulic Brake Line Kit, part #20TA-BLKIT would be a great fit for your Trail-rite trailer. From my research I found your trailer is 21 ft 8 inches long and has tandem axles. The 20TA-BLKIT is 20 ft long and has all of the hydraulic lines…

The Kodiak #20TA-BLKIT 20 foot brake line kit will work if the distance from the rear of the coupler to the front trailer axle is roughly 18 to 19 feet, as you'll need some slack for the swing-away coupler to move freely. having a little extra…

Generally trailer tires should be replaced every 5 to 6 years regardless of mileage and use. This "clock" can be started once the tires are mounted to your trailer, assuming they were stored in a controlled environment between the…

Since trailer manufacturers used many different components, we have no idea what was used on a trailer. The best way to find the right components is to pull the bearings and get the numbers off the bearings that may be stamped or etched. If you…

Typically trailers will carry more of their weight on the front of the trailer, so you would want to put the brakes on the front axle as it will most likely carry more weight while braking. Also, when braking, weight will shift forward from the…

To convert your tandem axle boat trailer to a electric over hydraulic braking system, I recommend the Hydrastar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes item #HS481-8067. This kit includes the required breakaway kit and the…

Since the braking power is still hydraulic, you should have no issues converting from a vacuum over hydraulic system to an electric over hydraulic (EOH) system. The electric over hydraulic actuator will take the place of the vacuum that pressurized…

For brake lines, we have many sizes and they are either flexible rubber hoses like #HS496-252 or fixed lines like #T4829900. I've linked the page to all the components and kits we carry.