Trailer
braking systems for caravans and campers fall into
two main categories:-
(a) Electrically Controlled.
(b) Disc brakes operated by a mechanical
override.
Generally, electrically controlled trailer brakes will give
the driver much more trailer brake control but if you are planning on spending
time on those lovely sandy beaches then then electric brakes will require more
maintenance.
Distance for Caliper Anchor
Plates are as follows:-
- 10" Mechanical Disc
Rotor Ford/Holden -135mm from the Axle Tip to the front of the
Anchor Plate.
- 10" Hydraulic Disc Rotor - 167mm
from the Axle Tip to the front of the Anchor Plate.
- 12" Mechanical Disc Rotor - 135mm
from the Axle Tip to the front of the Anchor Plate.
MECHANICAL RATING: 10" Disc Rotor -
1300kg per axle - 12" Disc Rotor - 1000kg per axle
HYDRAULIC RATING: 10" Disc Rotor -
1500kg per axle - 12" Disc Rotor - 1200kg per axle
LM Holden Bearings Inner -
31.75mm, Outer - 19.05mm.SL Ford Bearings Inner - 35.00mm, Outer
- 22.00mm
Once you have the Anchor Plates welded to the
axle, fit the rotors and bolt the caliper onto the caliper mounts. Remember
to adjust the brakes after testing.(absolutely necessary to adjust
brakes.)
Why
buy ALKO premium suspensions? ALKO are the worlds largest trailer parts
manufacturer.
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