replacing brakes on 1 of 4 wheels?
Relatively new 5,400 # Dexter axles and drums on our TT, have less than 2,000 miles. I developed had a grease leak on one wheel and that brake locked up so much it ruined a tire in 350 miles. I...
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JaneSiver wrote:Not all electric/drum trailer brakes lock up. Assuming the controller is on max during your testing... my next check would be to put your clamp-on DC ammeter on each wire to each wheel to see if you are getting close to 3 amps while someone activates the manual lever. Good excuse to get a new tool if you need it. But honestly if the braking is close to neutral (no push or pull) you should be fine for the trip. Although best to stay off Ebbett's or Sonora Pass ;)
Trailer brakes not locking up. Advice on what to test next?
The controller is a Tekonsha Prodigy P3 buy it on boodmo. Manual override prompts brakes to activate but not lock up. I took the trailer into a Les Schwab for inspection; ended up re-packing the bearings and replacing the rear axle brake assemblies. Front axle assemblies were dirty but still had life on the magnets. Tested again: still no lock-up. Leaving for a major trip over the Sierras in 4 days. What should I test next?
