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Baja_Man
Explorer
Feb 16, 2016

5er Brakes are shattering/catching/vibrating at low speeds

Not sure what you call it....but my 5er brakes shatter when braking at slow speeds coming to a stop. This trailer is used but new to me. This is the first time I used it on a trip. I installed Te...
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Old-Biscuit
Explorer III
Feb 16, 2016
Rambino wrote:
Being that the RV is 18 years old, but new to you, it would be wise to have the tires, brakes, and wheel bearings checked. Also the suspension. An inspection should provide an indication of the problem or potential problems. JMHO.


Yep........time to pull the drums, inspect brake assemblies & repack wheel bearings for a start.
Check spring pack bushings and install wet bolt kit

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