Trailer Brakes - Basic things to check?
Good day all, I'm pulling out the TT for another week vacation soon and thought I'd pull each wheel off for an inspection on the brakes. They have been working fine but for peace of mind I'd appre...
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For things to check, surf: http://dexteraxle.com/i/u/6149609/f/Service_Resources/Maintenance_Schedule_3-13.pdf
Note: While doing checks, simply "check them all".
To understand how to check (like magnet current flow, PAD thickness, etc. etc.) ,surf: http://www.dexteraxle.com/i/u/6149609/f/600-8K_Service_Manual_3-13/600-8K_Complete_Service_Manual_3-13.pdf
Note: Even if not using Dexter axle / hubs, following Dexter instructions works great.
If replacing axle or its brake wiring, I highly recommend removing factory linear wiring and replace with much better STAR wiring. re:
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If wondering, I installed STAR design wiring under each of my trailers. Amazing before and after braking power. Especially when using 10 gauge wiring outside the axle (within PEX plumbing tubes and/or plastic wire loom).
Hope this helps….
For things to check, surf: http://dexteraxle.com/i/u/6149609/f/Service_Resources/Maintenance_Schedule_3-13.pdf
Note: While doing checks, simply "check them all".
To understand how to check (like magnet current flow, PAD thickness, etc. etc.) ,surf: http://www.dexteraxle.com/i/u/6149609/f/600-8K_Service_Manual_3-13/600-8K_Complete_Service_Manual_3-13.pdf
Note: Even if not using Dexter axle / hubs, following Dexter instructions works great.
If replacing axle or its brake wiring, I highly recommend removing factory linear wiring and replace with much better STAR wiring. re:
- Click Here 1 -
- Click Here 2 -
- Click Here 3 -
- Click Here 4 -
If wondering, I installed STAR design wiring under each of my trailers. Amazing before and after braking power. Especially when using 10 gauge wiring outside the axle (within PEX plumbing tubes and/or plastic wire loom).
Hope this helps….
