Keep your trailer brakes in proper working order with this complete spring and hardware kit from Lippert. Designed specifically for 12 x 2 inch drum brake assemblies commonly found on travel trailers, fifth wheels, and utility trailers, this kit bundles every small but critical hardware piece needed for a proper brake rebuild or hardware refresh.
Brake hardware on trailer drum brakes takes significant stress during every stop. Springs fatigue over time, hold down pins and cups wear or corrode, and a worn retractor spring is one of the most common causes of dragging brakes or uneven brake shoe wear. Replacing all the small hardware at once -- rather than chasing individual failed parts -- ensures balanced, reliable braking on both sides of your axle.
This Lippert kit is sized for the 12-inch x 2-inch drum brake format, which is a standard fitment across a wide range of trailer axle configurations typically rated from 5,200 to 7,000 lb capacity. If you are rebuilding or replacing brake shoes on your Lippert axle, installing this hardware kit at the same time is considered best practice.
Secures the brake shoe to the backing plate firmly, preventing shoe movement during braking and reducing noise and vibration.
Pulls brake shoes back to the released position after pedal release, preventing brake drag and premature lining wear.
Holds the self-adjuster mechanism under tension so the adjuster star wheel engages correctly and maintains proper shoe-to-drum clearance.
Works alongside the return spring to ensure both shoes retract fully and evenly, critical for smooth, consistent braking.
Rather than sourcing a hold down pin here and a retractor spring there, this kit puts every spring and hardware piece for one brake assembly in a single package. Order one kit per wheel when doing a full brake job on both sides of an axle.
Brake hardware is inexpensive relative to brake shoes and labor. Reusing fatigued springs or worn hold down cups risks premature shoe failure and uneven brake performance. Replacing the full hardware kit when installing new shoes is standard practice recommended by brake system manufacturers.
For a complete brake overhaul, pair this hardware kit with Lippert or compatible 12 x 2 inch brake shoe sets. Replacing shoes and hardware together maximizes brake life and ensures all components break in as a matched set.
Lippert / Dexter 12" x 2" Spring & Hardware KitParts Included