Convert to 10 inch breaks ?

[John DL]

I have a 2017 Scamp 13 foot. It has 7 inch breaks. I would like to convert to 10 inch self adjusting breaks. Can this be done?

[Iowa Dave]

I would call Scamp and ask them about conversions. Tire and rim size, brake drum width, clearance issues in the whelk wells etc all come into play. Scamp would know I suspect.
Iowa Dave

[floyd]

Originally Posted by John DL

I have a 2017 Scamp 13 foot. It has 7 inch breaks. I would like to convert to 10 inch self adjusting breaks. Can this be done?

Yes it can be done, in fact the new 13s come with a Zero axle with 10" BRAKES.
I converted my 2004 Scamp 13 to the Zero axle with10" brakes. Love the results!



HOWEVER!! The switch requires an axle change since the 7" brake hubs have a straight 1-1/16" spindle and the 10" brake hubs have a staggered spindle with a larger inboard bearing. The spindles are not serviceable parts.

[floyd]

Originally Posted by Iowa Dave

I would call Scamp and ask them about conversions. Tire and rim size, brake drum width, clearance issues in the whelk wells etc all come into play. Scamp would know I suspect.

Iowa Dave

Tire and rim size are the same and no clearance issues with the correct replacement axle.
Calling Scamp would be a good choice, as they can do the job competitively on the same day while you go for coffee across the road.
Heck the late models are even bolt on.

[oldchinahands]

We're having the Zero axle installed on our 2012 Scamp at the factory near the end of April.

Question: how much additional clearance does this axle add? Our current tow vehicle has used a hitch ball with a 3 inch drop.

Thanks.

[Jon in AZ]

Originally Posted by oldchinahands

We're having the Zero axle installed on our 2012 Scamp at the factory near the end of April.

Question: how much additional clearance does this axle add? Our current tow vehicle has used a hitch ball with a 3 inch drop.

Thanks.

2-1/2 to 3”