suggestions on disc brakes for my new to me trailer

[Scott Danforth]

currently in the middle of rehabing a new to me galvanized trailer for the Cruiser's.

trailer has UFP spindles, had UFP 42 brakes (rusted beyond salvage), and a UFP A-60 actuator set up for tandem disc brake axles.

new A-60 actuator on its way, however thinking of changing over to Kodiac Dacromet 10" kits.

anyone else using the Kodiac stuff on the UFP axles?

 

[dingbat]

Backing plates and spindles have industry standard sizing. Kodiak brakes would fit on axles made by Johnson and Johnson if they made them.

FWIW: UFP is a subsidiary of Dexter Axle

 

[Scott Danforth]

I agree on the beaings and backing plates being standardized, I lasered new backing plates as there was none on the idler axle and I want to run brakes on both.

however in reading, the kodiac discs need a special seal on a few different spindles to seal correctly.

 

[Daleg70]

I have Kodiak discs on a Continental galvanized trailer. I have no idea whose axles.
I do however recommend the Kodiak brakes. I am in salt water and rust is a continual issue.
Get the best grade you can afford -- the more stainless the better if using in salt water.

thx --- Dale

 

[dingbat]

I agree on the beaings and backing plates being standardized, I lasered new backing plates as there was none on the idler axle and I want to run brakes on both.

however in reading, the kodiac discs need a special seal on a few different spindles to seal correctly.

never heard of such a thing. Kodiak's have standard bearings and seals in them.

 

[bruceb58]

I have Kodiaks. If you need a different seal, you should be able to get a seal that fits your spindle and the disk brake hub easily.