How to replace Atwood 82543 surge brake actuator?

The closest option we have to replace your Atwood 82543 actuator is part # 8605001. However, it doesn’t have the lockout like your Atwood does. To add a lockout use # T4748800 but it’s an electric lockout unlike the Atwood’s manual lockout. It wires into the reverse light circuit on your truck through the trailer connector.

How to covert surge actuators for disc brakes?

You are able to covert Surge Actuators from Drum to Disc or Disc to Drum by replacing the Master Cylinder with the appropriate Master Cylinder for your desired brakes (Disc or Drum).

Where can I buy hydraulic drum brake actuators?

Trailer Parts Superstore® offers hydraulic Drum brake actuators from TIE DOWN Engineering, DEMCO, TITAN / DICO & UFP. Surge Brake Actuator systems work by the “surge” or “push” of the trailer toward the tow vehicle during deceleration which automatically synchronizes the trailer brakes with the tow vehicle brakes.

What kind of brake actuators do I need for a 3 inch trailer?

All the Surge Brake Actuators below are designed for Straight 3 inch wide trailer tongues. They are Bolt on assemblies. Surge Brake actuators are manufactured specifically for either Hydraulic Disc, or Hydraulic Drum Brakes. The difference between the two designs lies in the Master Cylinder.

Is there replacement for Atwood surge brake actuator 85778?

Since Atwood went out of business there aren’t any exact replacements for your coupler but you can use a different brand. The only thing I was able to find online about the 85778 is that it has a 2″ coupler, is rated for 6,000 lbs and that it was used for either drum or disc brake applications.

Can a Atwood surge brake coupler be broken?

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you don’t put yourself in the situation where you have to back your trailer up.

What are the benefits of an Atwood brake system?

The Atwood brake system adds safety and convenience to trailer towing with benefits such as no “in car” hook up, no hand controls, or special car-to-trailer wiring. Other features include automatic braking, smooth performance and simple operation.

What are surge brake actuators for hydraulic disc brakes?

They are Bolt on assemblies. Surge Brake actuators are manufactured specifically for either Hydraulic Disc, or Hydraulic Drum Brakes. The difference between the two designs lies in the Master Cylinder.