Tie Down G5 - Manual (Page 6)

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Brake
Flange
Rotor/Hub
Mounting
Bracket
Caliper
Slider Pin
Bolts & Nyloc Nuts
Swivel Brake
Line Connector
Brake Line
Brake
Flange
Rotor/Hub
Mounting
Bracket
Caliper
Slider Pin
Bolts & Nyloc Nuts
Swivel Brake
Line Connector
Brake Line
Install rotor/hub on spindle Bolt the mounting bracket to the
front of the brake flange
5. Attach the mounting bracket to the front of the brake flanges on the axle.
Preferred positions are 12:00, 9:00 and 3:00 “o-clock” or to the backside. The
brake flange will determine the exact positioning. Use 7/16”x 1-1/4”
zinc hex bolts, lock nuts/washers and torque to 40 ft. lbs.
6. Place the G5 hub/rotor on the spindle. Install the washer and castle nut supplied
with your axle, Rotate the hub while tightening the spindle nut to approximately
50 ft lbs. This translates into full hand pressure with a 12” long set of pliers or
12” long wrench.
7. Loosen the spindle nut to remove the torque, do not rotate hub.
8. Tighten the spindle nut until snug, backing out only to line up the locking tang
washer or cotter pin to the first available position.
9. Bend the locking tang tab or set cotter pin in place.
10. Replace dust/grease cap.
1. Elevate the trailer on a level surface using the trailer manufacturer’s instructions.
Always use jack stands for support. Do not depend on a jack to support the trailer.
Block wheels to keep trailer from rolling.
2. If installation is on a completed trailer, remove tire/wheel.
3. Disc Brakes require the use of flexible brake lines attached to the caliper. The
calipers “float” and should not be used with metal brake lines that will restrict
movement and cause overheating or brake failure. If you are replacing existing
brakes and have metal brake lines, either replace the metal brake lines with a Tie
Down Engineering flexible brake line kit or add flexible extensions to the metal lines
to connect to the disc brake calipers.
4. Remove existing brakes or hubs. Clean spindles with a soft cloth to remove old
grease and containments. Coat the spindle with a light coat of clean oil or grease to
allow a smooth installation of the hub/rotor.
“G5” Installation/Replacement Instructions for
12” 6-Lug Stainless Steel Disc Brakes