Wabco 1811100240 Midskirt Cut R

Description

The Midskirt Cut R is a critical component within trailer air brake systems, specifically designed for trailer brake controls. It's used to provide clearance around axles, particularly where space is limited. This Wabco part, with MPN 1811100240, features a cut at the bottom for increased clearance – exceeding 50mm around the axles – and meets OE specifications. The total length of the midskirt is 2.3 meters. This design optimizes performance and durability by ensuring proper component fit and function within the air brake system.

Key Features & Benefits

This little piece basically controls how much air pressure gets sent to the trailer brakes when you hit the brakes in your truck. It’s a valve that opens and closes, regulating that air flow. It does that based on signals it gets from your truck’s brake system. It’s not a simple on/off thing, it's a graduated control - more brake pedal, more air to the trailer brakes, less pedal, less air. It also includes a quick release feature, meaning when you let off the brakes, the air pressure drops quickly, preventing the trailer brakes from dragging. Think of it as the bridge between your truck's braking system and the brakes on your trailer. It takes the signal from your foot on the pedal and translates that into the right amount of stopping power for the trailer. It’s part of the overall air brake system, working alongside the air compressor, lines, and the trailer brakes themselves. It’s installed where the air line from your truck connects to the trailer’s air system – that’s the “midskirt” area, hence the name.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

It’s super important for safety, plain and simple. If this thing fails, or isn’t working right, you can have a whole lot of problems. You might get weak trailer brakes, or brakes that drag, or even no trailer brakes at all. That can lead to longer stopping distances, swaying, or loss of control. It acts like a shield, protecting you from those scenarios. You’ll notice if it’s failing, usually through extended stopping distances, pulling to one side when braking, or feeling the trailer brakes aren’t responding correctly. It's one of those parts you really don’t want to mess around with. You can find these pretty easily—Fixparts Online carries a good range of them, if you’re looking. But getting the right one and ensuring it’s installed correctly is key.

Warranty Information

Wabco Midskirt Cut R (MPN 1811100240) comes with a 1-year warranty.