Wire Size to Brake Magnets - Is it Worth It?
Now that my 2012 5th wheel is beyond the warranty period I have been researching increasing the wire gauge to the brake magnets. I've seen numerous testimonials about the improved performance a...
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When we had our 5er, the left front wheel would lock up on harder stops, but none of the rest would slide even when standing on the brakes.
Starting at the main lead near the wheels, I rewired the setup with 14 gauge wire using an equal length method. That means all four brakes had the same wire length between the main connect point and the brake pucks. From that point on, the LF never locked up, and it was actually a pleasure to tow afterward. All four wheels braked evenly, no pulling or locking. I wish I had done it not long after purchasing the unit.
I use a bit different connection method - I used ring connectors on each connect point, crimped, soldered and sealed with liquid insulation, then taped. Using small bolts, I connected each set of ring terminals and subsequently sealed and taped those connections.
Starting at the main lead near the wheels, I rewired the setup with 14 gauge wire using an equal length method. That means all four brakes had the same wire length between the main connect point and the brake pucks. From that point on, the LF never locked up, and it was actually a pleasure to tow afterward. All four wheels braked evenly, no pulling or locking. I wish I had done it not long after purchasing the unit.
I use a bit different connection method - I used ring connectors on each connect point, crimped, soldered and sealed with liquid insulation, then taped. Using small bolts, I connected each set of ring terminals and subsequently sealed and taped those connections.
