Tyres, Brakes, Wheels & Suspension - How do the brakes work?

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F.A.Q: Tyres, Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Frequently Asked Questions regarding technical issues of the tyres, brakes and wheels used on our trailers.

2. How do the brakes work?

The system is entirely mechanical in operation. The brakes are applied by the movement of the coupling "drawtube" as the trailer moves forward towards the towing vehicle. The rear of the drawtube pushes against a lever. The force is converted through the lever to a pull on a system of rods and cables to transmit the force to brake units - one behind each wheel. The brake units operate by forcing two brake shoes outwards against brake drums.
- Updated: August 15, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding technical issues of the tyres, brakes and wheels used on our trailers.

2. How do the brakes work?: The system is entirely mechanical in operation. The brakes are applied by the movement of the coupling "drawtube" as the trailer moves forward towards the towing vehicle. The rear of the drawtube pushes against a lever. The force is converted through the lever to a pull on a system of rods and cables to transmit the force to brake units - one behind each wheel. The brake units operate by forcing two brake shoes outwards against brake drums.
- Updated: August 15, 2001
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