Mar-19-2017 07:23 AM
Mar-23-2017 07:48 AM
RCMAN46 wrote:
I would not consider them a safety device, the only reason that I still make an effort to keep them in service is for some measure of control on an icy road.
A classic oxymoron statement.
Mar-23-2017 07:44 AM
drsteve wrote:I still have a snowmobile trailer with 4 of those, and they need work after every long trip.
If your brakes need service all the time, they're shot. You can go online and order complete brake assemblies--backing plates, magnets, shoes, the works--for about $30 apiece.
Mar-23-2017 05:03 AM
I still have a snowmobile trailer with 4 of those, and they need work after every long trip.
Mar-22-2017 05:30 PM
Guy Roan wrote:
The OP asked a simple question and the only one who answered what he asked was Westend.
Mar-22-2017 04:53 PM
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Mar-22-2017 12:40 PM
Guy Roan wrote:
The OP asked a simple question and the only one who answered what he asked was Westend.
My hat is off to you Westend.
I had a very small pop up many years ago, (that I could wheel around by myself) and the electric brakes caused great anguish one day when they locked up in the middle of no where for no apparent reason.
It cost me a motel stay with my family along with an expense that I could hardly afford.
I had them removed when all was said and done and never once regretted it
Guy
Mar-22-2017 10:51 AM
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Mar-22-2017 04:26 AM
SoundGuy wrote:Yeah, a guy could disconnect the controller or put a switch through the circuit in the vehicle. I assumed he may have another trailer that needs brake controller intact. There may also be wire access issues in the vehicle.westend wrote:
You can just leave the operating parts of the brakes in place and remove/cut the connection to the brake system wiring.
Why would one cut any wires? Just disconnect the brake controller. :R
That said, why bother? Brakes on any trailer are there for a good reason. 😉
Mar-22-2017 03:06 AM
#1nobby wrote:westend wrote:
You can just leave the operating parts of the brakes in place and remove/cut the connection to the brake system wiring. If you cut the wire close to the trailer umbilical connection, you can cover the end of the cut wire with a wire nut and tape. You could also remove the connecting wire from the termination in the trailer umbilical connector.
To remove the brake operating parts, you will need to remove wheel and the hub. The outer bearing will typically come off with the hub. Next, remove the drum. The typical brake assembly is fastened onto a backing plate that attaches to the axle with four bolts. Cut the connecting wire and remove the four bolts. The whole brake assembly and backing plate will then come off the axle. To reassemble, you may wish to remove the operating parts of the brake assembly and attach the backing plate onto the axle (keeps drum clean for future brake installation). Reattach the drum and hub, making sure the bearings are seated correctly.
As usual, Westend, you answered the question that was asked rather provide a personal opinion.
Mar-22-2017 02:59 AM
westend wrote:
You can just leave the operating parts of the brakes in place and remove/cut the connection to the brake system wiring. If you cut the wire close to the trailer umbilical connection, you can cover the end of the cut wire with a wire nut and tape. You could also remove the connecting wire from the termination in the trailer umbilical connector.
To remove the brake operating parts, you will need to remove wheel and the hub. The outer bearing will typically come off with the hub. Next, remove the drum. The typical brake assembly is fastened onto a backing plate that attaches to the axle with four bolts. Cut the connecting wire and remove the four bolts. The whole brake assembly and backing plate will then come off the axle. To reassemble, you may wish to remove the operating parts of the brake assembly and attach the backing plate onto the axle (keeps drum clean for future brake installation). Reattach the drum and hub, making sure the bearings are seated correctly.