Hayes G2 Brake Controller

[Chris611]

I'm going to look into a different controller. After this weekend, I just can't keep using this one. I noticed this weekend that if I use the manual override lever on the controller, the controller shows 100% output, but the trailer brakes will not lock. This is with an 8000# load on the trailer. I can feel them grab, but it seems they should lock or at a minimum I should feel them grabbing hard. They will lock if the trailer is empty. Does this seem right? I think my axles assemblies are alco?

 

[Diamondpilot]

AlKo makes good axles. How long has it been since you adjusted the brakes on the trailer? Trailer brakes are not self adjusting so its a procedure that needs to be done every 3000 miles or so.

Chris

 

[Chris611]

I haven't ever adjusted the brakes. Any good websites that show how to do that? Or can you walk me through it. :thumbsup:

Thanks
Chris

 

[Diamondpilot]

I haven't ever adjusted the brakes. Any good websites that show how to do that? Or can you walk me through it. :thumbsup:

Thanks
Chris

The way I do it is to jack up the trailer on one side. With a helper have them spin the wheel in a FORWARD DIRECTION while you use a brake spoon on the back side to turn the adjuster. Once they feel a little drag and you hear it stop. Another way to do it is adjust it till you can not turn the wheel and back it off 7-10 clicks.

Chris

 

[Diamondpilot]

Here is a video I give my customers. Watch it all and it will give you a good idea what is going on in there.

YouTube - This Old Trailer: Electric Trailer Brake Installation Part 1 - etrailer.com

Chris