Wabco 1811100370 Midskirt 1800 Cut

Description

The Wabco 1811100370 Midskirt 1800 Cut is a critical component within trailer air brake systems, specifically designed for trailer brake controls. This midskirt is installed on the left side of the trailer and provides essential protection and support to brake components. The 1.8-meter long midskirt features a cut at the bottom, providing increased clearance of over 50mm at the axles. This design enhances operational efficiency and contributes to a more reliable braking system by protecting vital parts from road debris and potential damage. It is manufactured to OE specification, ensuring a precise fit and optimal performance.

Key Features & Benefits

This part basically manages the air pressure going to your trailer brakes. It’s a valve assembly – think of it like a little air traffic controller for the brakes. It receives a signal from your truck’s brake pedal and then distributes the right amount of air to the trailer's brake chambers. It controls service, emergency, and parking functions, all in one. It also has a section that handles the spring brakes – that's what sets them automatically if you lose air pressure. It sits between your truck’s brake system and the trailer. Air travels from your compressor, through this midskirt, and then out to the trailer’s brakes. It's a central point for controlling everything happening with the trailer’s braking. It essentially translates what you do with your truck’s brakes into action for the trailer.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, this thing is critical for safety, plain and simple. If it fails, you lose control over the trailer’s brakes. That can range from weak braking all the way to a complete loss of trailer brake function, which is obviously a dangerous situation. You'll notice if it's going bad – things like slow trailer response, brakes dragging, or the trailer not stopping as quickly as it should. It acts like a shield, preventing over – application of the trailer brakes which can lead to locking up and skidding. We stock these at Fixparts Online, and have a lot of different options depending on your setup. It’s definitely a part you don’t want to mess around with.

Warranty Information

Wabco Midskirt 1800 Cut (MPN 1811100370) comes with a 1-year warranty.