You’ve been considering upgrading your fifth wheel or travel trailer from electric drum brakes.
Moreover, the DeeMaxx disc brakes option may matter, and you may wonder when the conversion makes sense.
There isn’t one perfect time for every RV owner.
However, there are several opportunities when a DeeMaxx disc brakes upgrade can make sense.
When Your Drum Brakes Need Replacement
If your existing electric drum brakes are worn and need significant repairs, it may be a good time to upgrade. However, DeeMaxx disc brakes offer a reliable alternative to the existing system.
Before replacing drums, brake assemblies and related components, ask whether you plan to keep the RV long enough to justify upgrading to hydraulic disc brakes.
During Wheel Bearing Service
Wheel bearing service requires removing and inspecting components at the wheels, making it a natural time to evaluate the entire braking system.
If you’ve already been considering DeeMaxx disc brakes, coordinating the conversion with bearing and running-gear service can be convenient.
When Upgrading Your RV Suspension
Many fifth-wheel owners improve several parts of their running gear over time.
If your RV is already in the shop for leaf springs, shackles, bushings, equalizers or another suspension upgrade, it can be a good opportunity to inspect the brakes, bearings and axles and discuss a disc brake conversion.
Before a Major RV Trip
Planning an extended road trip or traveling through mountainous areas?
Don’t wait until the week before departure. Additionally, have your RV’s brakes and running gear inspected well in advance, including DeeMaxx disc brakes.
If you decide to upgrade, this provides time for professional installation, testing and any additional repairs that may be discovered during the process.
After Buying a New-to-You Fifth Wheel
Purchasing a used fifth wheel is another good time to inspect the braking system.
Unless you have detailed service records, you may not know the condition or maintenance history of the brakes, bearings and suspension.
A complete inspection can help establish a maintenance baseline and determine whether keeping the existing drum brakes or upgrading to DeeMaxx disc brakes makes sense.
When You Want Better Trailer Braking Performance
Your existing brakes don’t necessarily have to be worn out before considering an upgrade.
Some owners simply want to improve their trailer’s braking response and prefer the characteristics of a hydraulic disc brake system.
This is especially common with owners of larger fifth wheels and toy haulers who want strong, smooth and consistent trailer braking.
Have the Entire Running Gear Inspected
Before converting to disc brakes, don’t focus only on the brakes.
The axles, bearings, suspension, tires, wheels and related components should also be inspected. Compatibility with the tow vehicle’s brake controller and the RV’s breakaway system should be verified as part of planning the conversion.
A brake upgrade does not increase your RV’s weight ratings or your tow vehicle’s towing capacity.
Considering DeeMaxx Disc Brakes?
California RV Specialists LLC in Lodi provides professional DeeMaxx hydraulic disc brake conversions for compatible fifth wheels and travel trailers.
We can inspect your existing brakes and running gear and help determine whether now is the right time to make the upgrade.
California RV Specialists LLC
200 S. Cherokee Lane
Lodi, CA 95240
209-263-7040
Whether your brakes are due for replacement, your RV is already in for suspension work, or you simply want to improve your trailer’s braking system, it may be the perfect time to consider DeeMaxx disc brakes.
