A common question that we get in our Parts and Service Department at Felling Trailers is in regards to changing the brake system from Hydraulic Surge brakes to an Electric Brake System. Felling’s Parts Specialist identifies for you the step-by-step process for changing from hydraulic brakes to electric brakes.
Felling Trailers Brake Systems:
Changing from Hydraulic Brakes to an Electric Brake System
Remove All Hardware
- Remove all hubs/drums
- Remove brake backers
- Remove all brakes lines
- Remove hydraulic harness
Install new Electric Brakes
- Install new brake backers
- Install brake away
- Install electric harness
- Install new wheel seals
- Install the original hubs/drums
- Weld hydraulic actuator solid
If you need additional guidance on this process or would like us to walk you through any of these steps for changing out your trailer’s brake system, please email our Parts Specialists or call 1-888-335-5464.
