trailer brakes

[mellowyellow]

it has come to my attention I may be required to<br />have trailer brakes. is there a way to install<br />brakes on an old '72 shorelander s/a, or should<br />I start shopping for a newer trailer? <br />thanks in advance,<br />M.Y.

 

[DJ]

Re: trailer brakes

mellowyellow,<br /><br />Take a look at your axle. If it has square backing plates with four holes, you can bolt them right up.<br /><br />If not, you can have them added or replace the axle with one ready to accept brakes.

 

[JB]

Re: trailer brakes

Yup. That's what I plan to do. <br /><br />I am almost sure to get the brake kit from www.championtrailers.com.<br /><br />Once you have the correct axle with backing plates the whole kit (discs) is around 6 bills. One can install electrics for less, but I think I want surge brakes.

 

[mellowyellow]

Re: trailer brakes

thanks guys <br />as a comparison, what would a new trailer<br />with brakes cost for a 16' mod.V?<br />regards,<br />M.Y.

 

[Solittle]

Re: trailer brakes

Yo - I would check to be absolutely sure that brakes are required in your state. If you tow vehicle is any larger than a VW you should not need brakes. I pulled a number of boats up to 19' over 20 years and did not feel the need. I have had a couple over 19' that I would not pull down the street without brakes whether they were required or not.