replacing brakes the whole system.

[FrizFreleng]

I am not comfortable with repeatedly submersing electrical components in water so I have opted for Surge Disc brakes. Consensus among trailer mechs/manufacturers I have spoken with here in Florida is Disc Surge brakes. I just bought a used trailer for my newly acquired 28' used cruiser that originally had surge drum brakes. Only thing left was the plate after rust. Have now spent less than $500 for a: Disc Brake Kit, Master Cylinder, Reverse Lock Out Solenoid, 7 to 5 way wiring adapter and new lines. I wouldn'’t skimp and rely on a mix of old/new parts. Donzi is not a cheap boat. Job has not been difficult. Disc brake size will depend on your axles. Will guess you have 2 3500 lb axles. Bleeding the brakes is easy with a vacuum hand pump. One person operation. The Chinese store (Harbor Freight) will sell you one for $19 with a 20% off coupon.

Fair winds and following seas, Friz

 

[bruceb58]

If you get disc brakes, just make sure you don't get TieDown. I replaced mine after 500 miles after the calipers started seizing and the discs warped. Kodiacs are the way to go.