I think it must be the Henschen axle. The axle is forward of the center of
the wheels and the wheels are mounted on arms coming from it. I have read
about a loaded backer plate, but am not sure how to order.
> Hi VAC,
>
> I have a dilemma. I have a shorted electric brake magnet on my Flying
Cloud.
> It has a part number stamped on it, 1101-631-002. It is about 8 - 10
inches
> across and fits around the hub. Looks like when it fires the brakes it
sucks
> in floating plates on the inside face of the drum. Anyone know where I can
> get replacements? Should do both sides I would think.
>
> Steve McPheters
>
> Freeport, ME
>
> NAPA and Red Neck Trailer supply have some vintage brake parts. That is
> an unusual brake magnet. Sometimes it is practical to buy a whole brake
> plate assembly to bolt in place of the original. And so to modernize the
> assembly. Drum may be another item of concern and that complicates
> fitting bearings and brake shoes. But then if its a straight or drop
> axle, not a Henschen torsion suspension axle, several vendors can supply
> a total replacement at a fairly reasonable price.
>
> Its been said that dealers in horse trailers have better suspension
> parts prices than RV dealers, but I've not tested that theory.