[VAC] Re: Trailer Brake Aggressiveness

["Weimers" <mweimer@xxxxxxxx>]

> Proper operation of electric brakes requires more than just good parts.

Thanks for the helpful info. I'll take my sand paper out to the trailer this
evening

>When
> braking power becomes inadequate, without any obvious cause, head
scratching
> comes into play.

Yes. I hope something works here before I go bald.

>When everything is correct, 8 volts DC at
> the magnets is enough to lock up the brakes.

I measured 9.85v at the magnets with the engine shut off. I got about 11
volts at the plug on the car. These readings should be higher with the
engine running. So, I should have enough voltage.

> With the much improved "oval magnet" brakes, many folks are experiencing
> early brake lock up.

My dealer told me that there's only one type of magnet for a '71 Globe
Trotter (single axle). The magnet I have is round. Would the "much improved"
oval magnets work on the old brakes?

>That is easily corrected by installing the old style
> "brake resistor block."

My Dad has to use one of these on his '67 Shasta 11 foot trailer. I don't
have one installed on my rig because my brakes have never been strong enough
to need one.  I want these brakes to be better before we take off for the
Outer Banks in August!     .... So, I'd best get out there and work on the
trailer instead of sitting here goofing around at the computer!

Thanks again.
MARC WEIMER
Punxsutawney, PA  -  Home of the Groundhog
#15767
1971 Globe Trotter