We service surge-brake systems commonly found on boat trailers and electric-over-hydraulic disc brakes used on heavier trailers.
Disc brakes use hydraulic pressure to squeeze brake pads against the rotors. Many boat trailers create that pressure with a surge actuator built into the coupler. As the tow vehicle slows, the actuator slides and sends brake fluid to the calipers.
Heavy 9K, 10K, and 12K axle applications often use an electric-over-hydraulic actuator instead. The tow vehicle sends 12-volt power to the actuator, which then supplies hydraulic pressure. These systems add wiring, power, and actuator diagnostics to the normal pad, rotor, caliper, and fluid inspection.
Disc brake parts are generally more expensive than drum brake components. The system type, axle capacity, pad and rotor condition, and actuator health all affect the total.
These ranges are based on common scenarios supplied by our shop and are not a quote. Parts prices, trailer condition, configuration, and labor can change the final cost.
We measure wear and look for damage caused when a pad wears down to its steel backing.
We check fluid, lines, calipers, and the surge or electric actuator for correct operation.
We replace the needed parts, exchange old brake fluid, bleed the system, and verify braking.
Pads that wear completely through can damage the rotors and turn a routine service into a larger repair. We recommend a disc brake inspection and service once a year.
A surge actuator responds to pressure from the tow vehicle slowing against the trailer coupler. An electric-over-hydraulic system uses 12-volt input from the tow vehicle to run a hydraulic actuator. Both apply hydraulic pressure at the calipers.
Not necessarily. Rotor condition determines whether it can remain in service. If the pad has worn to the metal backing and damaged the rotor, replacement is much more likely.
Yes. Disc brake service can include bleeding the system and replacing the old fluid with new fluid.
We stock some of the most common parts and can normally obtain other parts in short order.
Bring the trailer to our shop for a diagnosis and a repair plan based on the condition we find.