brake actuator ?

[candrive55]

Hey guys about to replace my dual axel trailer brakes with some kodiaks and was wondering what people are using for there brake actuator

 

[bigbruce]

Just had mine done and installed a Demco. Seems to work just fine.

 

[spring fever]

Almost all electric brake selectors work-certainly all the rv ones do.

 

[bigbruce]

You might want to check out the attached link if you're going to consider using an electric actuator with the hydraulic set up like Kodiak.

http://www.etrailer.com/question-39771.html

 

[salmonkiller01]

When I installed disc brakes, I used the actuator that was for my drums but I had to disassemble the master cylinder and remove a check valve. I read how to do it on the web but have no idea where at. It saved me a bunch $$$ and worked great.

 

[Busterbrown]

I have just picked up my trailer from Burnaby Hitch after having Kodiak disc brakes installed. I added a Acti Brake actuator .In addition I had them rerplace the springs and both axles.Complete new running gear. Interesting to find out that the factory installed brake controller in my F-350 Super Duty would not power the actuator. This is the case with GM and Dodge as well. Be sure that your controller will power the actuator!!!!

 

[Battle Bay]

Is it is a Carlisle electric over hydronic, there is a converter box that has to be installed on the trailer to work with factory GM, Ford brake actuators.

 

[alumaman]

i have a dexter pump and had a prodigy actuator installed which don't work all that well together. There is a lengthy delay from the time I apply the brakes to when the kick in. My GM factory brake controller won't work on triple axle trailers, not enough amps or something but there is a way to trick it into bumping up the amps. Google the Diesel Place and search actuator or ITBC and there is lots of information. Good luck