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Find the technical information you need to get the most out of your DeeMaxx products. Explore our installation guides, manuals, specifications, troubleshooting resources, and product information to help ensure proper setup, performance, and maintenance.

Problems & Causes

Excessive Surge Actuator movement or slow response (delay) from Electric/Hydraulic Actuator

Air in hydraulic system
Hose swelling / Deteriorated flex hoses
Fluid boil
Badly worn pads
Uneven pad wear
Old or contaminated brake fluidFaulty master cylinder
Master Cylinder mounting loose
Clogged reservoir cap vent hole
Soft or swollen caliper seals

Front or Rear Axle brakes locking prematurely

Too much front or rear brake bias
Failure in opposite system
Excessive wear in opposite system
Worn tires
Tire pressure too high
Defective master cylinder
Defective caliper

One brake locking/trailer pulls to one side

Caliper piston seizing
Defective, damaged, or oil-contaminated brake pad on one side
Defective caliper
Scored or out-of-round rotor
Bad caliper O-ring
Loose caliper mount
Mismatched rotors and pads
Incorrect tire pressures
Bad axle-end alignment
Mismatched tires / load
Damaged or crimped brake line/hose
Loose suspension parts
Loose caliper mounting bolts
Incorrect wheel bearing adjustment

Vibrating trailer while stopping

Excessive rotor run out or thickness variation
Wheel bearing damaged, worn, or out of adjustment
Cracked rotor
Bent axle
Caliper not sliding properly

No BRAKES!

Air in hydraulic system
Leak in hydraulic system
Tapered pad wear
Electric current passing through brake fluid
Lack of fluid in reservoir

Brakes grab

Contaminated pad linings
Brakes wet

Brakes not releasing / Brake drag

Contaminated pad linings
Brakes wet

Brakes squeal

Worn pads
Brakes wet
Glazed or contaminated pads
Dirty or scored rotor
Bent caliper bracket
Taper wear on pads

Rapid pad wear

Brakes not releasing
Bad surface finish on rotor
Pads too soft
Pad fade (inadequate cooling)
Cracked/damaged/contaminated rotor

Customer Experiences

    
 
 
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   Hirshland 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had Wandering Bear RV install your braking system on my grand design fifth wheel. I’ve had the opportunity to drive about 1500 miles and it is absolutely amazing the difference over drums.  I cannot say enough for how much I recommend your product
  
 
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   gail anderson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love our new disk brakes... installed by Wandering Bear RV at the Grand Design NE rally.  Couldn't of asked for better installers!
  
 
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   Harry Edwards 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. BJ from Wandering  Bear was outstanding! his work ethic installing the Deemaxx system was excellent, he knows the product he installing very clean install on the brake lines underneath. He took the time to explain the installation, an answer any questions I had. Went over the truck braking setup with me on my 2024 Dodge Ram 3500.
Today, I did the "bedding of the pads" following the instructions from Wandering Bear, & written instructions from Deemaxx. Wow.... what a difference in braking.  I am pulling a 40 Momentum 351. I would highly recommend him for your Deemaxx install.
Harry in Wadsworth, Ohio
  
 
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   Scott King 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The DeeMaxx brakes are incredible and make a huge difference. PTB did a phenomenal job in upgrading my trailer brakes. Chris and his wife Wendy are extremely knowledgeable and take the extra time to do it right and make sure the trailer is set up properly after the install and make sure the owners questions are answered. Highly recommended
  
 
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   Dale G 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These seem to be great brakes and well made and my camper stops much better now. I had originally only given the product a 3 star rating because of a customer service issue and a bracket problem. But I am changing it to a 5 star review because the company president called me direct and worked out the problem. So not only do they have a great product but they stand behind their product and are willing to make things right. Great company and great product, well worth the money. The best upgrade I have done on my fifth wheel.
  
 
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   Laura Brooks 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Deemaxx is known for delivering quality service, dependable products, and a strong commitment to customer care. Their team is professional, trustworthy, and genuinely family-oriented, which shows in the way they treat their customers and stand behind their work. Their attention to detail helps give customers confidence and peace of mind when it comes to protecting what matters most — your family.
  
 
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   Kenneth Fortuin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. DeeMaxx has disc brakes figured out?
They are FAR superior to most trailers stock drum brakes!! Their Customer service is second to none. And their warranty is phenomenal. You definitely won’t be sorry with this system. Performance Trailer Braking can I get you the parts, and get them installed. Between the two companies, you’ve got the best in the business.
Don’t hold back.
  
 
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   Ashley O'Neill 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have worked with DeeMaxx for a few months now and they are great to work with. They communicate well! The products are superior! Happy to be doing business with them. Plus 7 year warranty!
  
 
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   Alyssa Bateman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you’re looking for a top of the line product and also exceptional customer service DeeMaxx Components is your company!  As a distributor/installer of these products we couldn’t have asked for a better company to work with!  Having our hands on these products almost everyday from PO to a customers trailer has been the best experience!  We even installed their disc brakes on our trailer and we couldn’t be happier! If you’re hesitant don’t be, reach out today! You won’t be disappointed!

Alyssa Bateman
Co-Owner/Director of Logistics
Performance Trailer Braking
  
 
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   Tim Wilson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. BJ from Wandering Bear RV installed DeeMaxx disc brakes and Roadmaster suspension on my 2025 Grand Design Solitude.  He was punctual, organized and answered all my questions.  He also made a point to meet me in between rallies to do the install which was above and beyond.  It definitely made a world of difference in the way it handles and how it stops. I am very pleased with everything! Looking forward to safer stopping and less frame flex as our journey takes us down the road.