info on replacing brakes on van trailer?

Brians

Seasoned Expediter
Does anybody know where I can find info on replacing shoes and other parts of the braking system on air braked trailers? One question is how to tell if I have inboard or outboard brakes. I have searched all over and had no luck. I have replaced many sets of brakes on cars and trucks but never worked on big trailers. I would like to attemp this on my own with some info.
Thanks for any help you can give me.
 
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Slo-Ride

Veteran Expediter
Does anybody know where I can find info on replacing shoes and other parts of the braking system on air braked trailers? One question is how to tell if I have inboard or outboard brakes. I have searched all over and had no luck.

Diffence in outboard or inboard is,,Wheter or not ya gotta pull hubs & wheel bearings..
Exp; Pull wheels and tires,, ya will see the brake drum,,,it will come off without having to mess with hubs,,just back off the brakes and drum will come off...This is outboard.....
Its not that hard to do a brake job,,,springs can be tought but not that hard,,,hook all springs and then install roller using a pry bar to strech springs a bit...ya need to know what to look for wheter or not your going to get into s-cam and bushings at this time....slack adjusters,,,brake chambers...this is all part of brake job,,,make sure ya know what your doing or get some one to help ya thats done it before...rember Brake chambers can be deadly,,,so can lifting any heavy equipt without right shop equipt..
 
On Time Express, Inc.

On Time Express, Inc.

734-837-3990
Advertiser
Cargo Vans

On-Time Express, Inc. Established in 1995. On Time Express has learned that driver satisfaction is one of the key factors to long-term success and growth. In an industry where time and safety are critical, we are committed to providing our drivers with every advantage possible. It is crucial that any Owner-Operator representing On-Time Express, In ... Apply Today!

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