How Thick Are Electric Brake Shoe Pads and When Should They be Replaced

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What is the new thickness of the actual lining and at what measurement is it considered time to replace? Dont want to replace unnecessarily for short trips but also dont to go farther ignorantly thinking I have 50 lining left. 2010 Airstream 19foot Victorinox

asked by: Paul I

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On Dexter 12" Nev-R-Adjust Electric Brake Assembly # 23-458 the shoe pad thickness is 3/16 of an inch. Dexter says that you should replace the shoes if the material gets down to 1/16 of an inch thick or less.

expert reply by: Michael H

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On many drum brakes there are wear indicators at the pad material on the shoes. If the pad material is riveted on and you have reached the rivets then it is time to replace them. If you have the brakes adjusted out all the way and the braking is…

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Answer 2

Hey Jeff, thanks for reaching out! What you're looking for is the Hydrastar Disc Brake Kit w/ Actuator for Tandem Axle Trailers #HYD44VR. This comes with the rotors, calipers, brake lines, ad an electric over hydraulic (EOH) actuator so…

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That number is probably 4 mm which that amount is acceptable. Normally trailer brake thicknesses are done by inch though. 3/16 of an inch is what they are new and then they should get replaced at 1/16 of an inch.

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I went out into our warehouse to measure the pad thickness of a Dexter 3,500 10 by 2-1/4 inch brake assembly like the part #23-468-469 and just the brake pad portion of the shoe measured .18 of an inch. The entire shoe thickness was .29 of an inch…

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From the numbers you provided it sounds like you need replacement grease seals. In my research, the grease seals I found with the GS-1719DL number have a 1.72 inside diameter and 2.565 outside diameter. The replacement double lip grease seals you…

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Answer 6

Weight ratings are a little weird when it comes to hub/drum assemblies but as long as the bearings and the inner diameter of the seal (2.250") that comes with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000 lb E-Z Lube Axles #K08-201-9B matches…

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Based on your picture and my research it appears that you may have a 6 bolt pattern mounting flange but will only use 5 bolts to attach. With that being said, a 12 1/4" diameter, 3 1/2" wide hydraulic brake assembly replacement would be the…

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Are there any visible signs of wear on the magnets like exposed windings then that would indicate they need replacing. Magnets can go bad without showing visible signs of wear though. To see how to troubleshoot them check out the help article I…

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Answer 9

You are correct, the difference between the Electric Brake Assembly for 6K Axles, part #23-458 / 23-459 and the Electric Brake Assembly for 7K axles, part #23-180 / #23-181, is that the 7K brake assembly has a stronger magnet, and also has a…

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Answer 10

The Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit for Chevy, Ford, GM, and Nissan Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch #C60692 does not need to be greased unless the mechanism isn't working properly. A spray penetrating spray grease works well, don't over…

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Answer 11

The 14" aluminum wheel used for the Westlake ST205/75R14 Radial Tire w 14" Condor Aluminum Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D - Gunmetal #LH37VR is compatible with 1/2"-20 lug nuts like #LHLR103. For this stud size you will want to torque the…

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Answer 12

The TCM 21334TC Seal best cross references to our Grease Seal part #GS-2125DL which has a 2.125" inner diameter and 3.376" outer diameter. This seal is designed for grease lubrication.

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