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Old 10-09-2018, 01:38 PM   #1
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Self adjusting brakes

I have been looking at brake kits e trailer I was supprised to see 7000 lb complete sets right and left 90 dollars . The brakes are self adjusting the reviews are 5 stars . I take the old brake plate off and installed new . Is there advantage with self adjusting brakes ? I know my brakes are getting thin and have only adjusted one brake after over 35000 miles . The trailer brakes hold the rig in neutral down hill when activated.
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Old 10-09-2018, 04:30 PM   #2
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I guess the advantage is that you don't have to adjust them, at least I haven't. I put them on maybe 2 years ago. Haven't towed much since, but I need to look at them this winter.

Installation was easy.
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Old 10-09-2018, 08:39 PM   #3
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Our rig came with the self adjusting brakes, and I have never had to manually adjust them. Unlike old automobile brakes that self adjusted when braking in reverse, these are forward self adjusting, so they adjust as needed every time you apply your brakes, and they never over adjust. I only adjust the shoes out so they are close when replacing these brakes, and after several brake applications, they get adjusted. I would never go back to brakes that require manual adjustment.
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Old 10-10-2018, 01:00 AM   #4
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Jerry, I ordered the complete brake package from etrailer.com a few years ago for an 18' cargo trailer we had at the time. Everything came exactly as ordered and is probably still intact and working fine.
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Old 10-11-2018, 05:55 AM   #5
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I installed the s of adjusting brakes from etrailer about 5,000 miles ago. When you first install them, adjust like you used to to on cars with adjustable drum brakes. Tighten star wheel behind rubber plug until brakes are preventing heel from moving. Then back off the star nut until there is a slight drag when the wheel is spun. Work great, and one less maintenance item.

Of course, pull drums at least once a year, inspect brakes and bearings. Replace parts as necessary, re-pack wheel bearings and grease seals. You may have to back off the star nut in order to remove drums. Re-adjust brakes.
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