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Originally Posted by Jeremy
Surge brakes are a self-contained braking system on the trailer. When the tow vehicle applies braking force, pressure is exerted on an actuator in the trailer tongue which activates a hydraulic braking system. They are common on U-haul type trailers and boat trailers.
Also, the tow weight at which trailer brakes are required varies considerably from state to state. For example, it is 1500lbs in CA, but 3000lbs in NJ.
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Thanks Jeremy - very interesting... do surge brakes work as well as a brake actuator system hooked up to the tow vehicle?
Good to know that NJ requires brakes over 3000 lbs... do you by chance know what the standard is in PA?