Tie Down Engineering (70520 Drum Brake Actuator - Model 660

$ 240.73

Score By Feature

Based on 97 ratings

Customer service

9.58

Satisfaction

9.09

Packaging

9.11

Value for money

9.26

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Product Description

The gross trailer weight rating is 6,600 lbs and the tongue weight rating is 660 lbs

This latch is made of cast steel and has improved looks due to its flatter shape

Coiled E-Stop cable - PVC coated for longer life & smoother operation / Lubrication of roller pins for longer life & smoother operation

The wide mouth filler cap makes it easier to fill and the aluminum master cylinder has a large capacity, so refilling is not necessary as often

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Questions & Answers

Would it be possible to install a reverse solenoid there?

There is a model from Tie Down Engineering with a reverse solenoid. For more information about their different models, visit their site

Would it be possible to install a reverse solenoid there?

A computer is not necessary for you.

The actuator I replaced has been given a new part number 303550 it is a Model 66. This actuator fits and functions the same as the previous one?

Ensure that the manufacturer is capable of handling it. There is a website for them

I don't see a backup solar panel on this unit. ?

I don't believe it does. In when I called them and asked about that, they told me the way this unit is built it's not needed

Selected User Reviews For Tie Down Engineering (70520 Drum Brake Actuator - Model 660

This trailer was designed to fit my 1993 Trailmaster

5/5

Actuator hitch replaced one found on an old trailer with 28 years of use. As a quick fix, I've chosen this one since the old one didn't fit the mounting points and it seems just as good. It's a little thinner than the old one, but I don't expect any problems. I found bleeding to be straightforward as well. One of the only caveats I have is that it is about 5 inches longer than the old one. While that may not seem like much for a 45 foot long truck and trailer package, but I had to extend the brake line, install a new brake valve, and reinstall the brakes I had to have my truck's trailer assist calibrated, so it just barely fits in my garage now. Although I am happy that I have saved the old actuation hitch, I am glad that I was able to replace it. It is possible that you will not have these issues with a newer trailer.

Hudson Atkins

| Apr 30, 2021

There is no real sense of progressive breaking, but it works

5/5

It was a bit heavy when the old one came out, but this one feels more comfortable, it seems to be progressive and smoother now. It is important to bench bleed the unit, fill the reservoir and remove the plug and slowly push down the piston till fluid drains.