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Re: Installing brake help
The reviews I read online Didn't seem too bad. Even if I need to change them a little more than normal, I would feel a lot safer towing it. I'm going to buy the 7x1-1/4inch brake and the correct drum to go with it. I will start looking for a brake controller, but those aren't really vehicle specific.326Views0likes0CommentsRe: Installing brake help
I won't be able to call Jayco or Etrailer until Monday. How do I know if I need 7" or 10" brakes? I haven't been able to find a positive answer. If I need 7" I think I found everything I need on Etrailer.com using 7x1-1/4 inch drum brake. It is not in a kit, but I individually added everything to my cart. I won't buy until I am sure though.326Views0likes0CommentsRe: Installing brake help
RCMAN46 wrote: I believe a surge brake was an option for the trailer you have. Give Jayco a call and they may be able to help you find a supplier for a brake system. Your axle appears to have the mounting plate for a brake backing plate. I agree you need brakes when towing with an Outback or even any car. Cars have brakes barely adequate for the car. I do not want to use surge brakes. I have not tried Jayco, I assumed since my camper was almost 20 years old they wouldn't want to deal with me. I can give them a try though.326Views0likes0CommentsInstalling brake help
I have a 1996 Jayco Eagle 8 Pop up that I tow with me 2013 Subaru Outback 2.5L. My car tows the camper fine, I would just feel safer if the trailer had brakes, especially where I like to go in Alaska, there are some major hills. I know that I will need to install a brake controller in my TV, but I do not know what brakes to get for the trailer. I have tried looking online and have not had much luck. My tire size is 20.5x8.0-10. If someone could help me find out what I need that would be great. I'll include some pictures. Thanks. Moderator edit to re-size pictures to forum recommended limit of 640px maximum width.2KViews0likes11CommentsSpring stuck in lift arm; Jayco Pop UP
I have a 1996 Jayco Eagle 8 Pop up. The front left (as if being towed) support arm will not extend all the way. I have the camper all the way extended, and it is supported with a 2x4 on the front left end. The problem cable is disconnected. When I pull the cable to pop up the roof, everything works fine until the larger arm of the lift arm is fully extended, then the cable just completely stops with a hard and distinct thud. I took the spring out, and it looks good to me, but this is the first time I've taken one apart. I don't know how to take off the telescopic lift arm to inspect it. All the pulleys seem to be fine and the cable seems to be routed properly. The spring inside the metal housing seems fine too, I'm pretty sure something is wrong with the lift arm. I looked as best I could down into the lift arm and there is a little metal push ball that looks like something on an adjustable chair leg. I'm not sure if the spring is getting stuck on that, or if that is normal and not part of the problem. Any suggestions would be great. The short summer season of Alaska is here and I need to get out of the house! Thanks.561Views0likes0Comments
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