Brakes?

Guysakar wrote:

Turbo Diesel Dude wrote:
I think that anything over 1000 lbs has to have brakes. JMHO

Thanks for the reply.

So then, would most TT's, especially the newer ones, which weigh 4K-5K LBS come with brakes? And maybe just aren't listing them in the ads because it is just standard?

westend wrote:
The brake requirement threshold seems to be around 3000 lbs. I don't know which "bracket" you are referring to but whole brakes with backer plate can be purchased and are not that expensive. Check Etrailer for pricing and installation instructions.

Thanks. I think you might have just answered my question. So basically, most travel trailers will just accept bolt on brakes with no welding or such?



Thanks again guys. I really do appreciate the help.

In the unique case that a 4K lb->5K lb trailer doesn't have brakes, the replacement brake assembly bolts to the axle in place of the original, brake-less backer plate. This will be a highly unique situation since most States require at least emergency break-away brakes for anything in this weight class. Not all axles have the same bolt pattern or drum sizes so you would need to determine that.

I really think you have little to worry about with brakes on anything over 4K lbs. and once you start looking for trailers, your wants will probably be like others, picking the one with the most amenities and sacrificing small size over not having the extra livability features.