Dexter 068-188-00 Breakaway Cable Assembly with Hook for Model 60 Surge Actuators

The Dexter 068-188-00 Breakaway Cable Assembly is a replacement breakaway cable and carabiner clasp assembly built for Model 60 surge actuators. If a trailer separates from its towing vehicle while underway, this breakaway cable pulls free and activates the trailer's brakes automatically, helping prevent a runaway trailer. The assembly includes one breakaway cable and one carabiner clasp with hook, ready to attach to the actuator; all other actuator components are sold separately.

Construction is durable steel with a zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance in wet, road-salt, and marine-adjacent towing environments. The cable and hook are sized to work with Model 60 surge actuators, making this a straightforward swap when an existing breakaway cable is frayed, stretched, corroded, or missing its hook. At 0.46 pounds, it is a lightweight, low-cost safety component that is easy to keep as a spare in a tow vehicle or trailer parts kit.

Specifications

• Brand: Dexter
• Manufacturer Part Number: 068-188-00
• Product Name: Breakaway Cable Assembly, Model 60 W/ Hook
• Category: Trailer Brake Actuators
• Weight: 0.46 pounds
• Material: Steel
• Finish: Zinc-plated
• Includes: 1 breakaway cable assembly, 1 carabiner clasp with hook
• Compatible Actuator Model: Model 60 surge actuator

Fitment

• Model 60 surge actuators

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Dexter 068-188-00 breakaway cable assembly do? It connects a trailer's surge actuator to the tow vehicle so that if the trailer disconnects while towing, the cable pulls free and activates the trailer's brakes, helping bring it to a stop safely.

Which actuator does this breakaway cable assembly fit? The Dexter 068-188-00 is built for Model 60 surge actuators and is sized to match that actuator's breakaway cable and clasp mounting.

What is included with part number 068-188-00? The assembly includes one breakaway cable and one carabiner clasp with hook. All other actuator parts, such as the actuator body itself, are sold separately.

What material is the breakaway cable made from? It is made of durable steel with a zinc-plated finish, which resists corrosion during regular exposure to moisture and road conditions.

How much does the Dexter breakaway cable assembly weigh? The 068-188-00 breakaway cable assembly weighs 0.46 pounds.

Is this a genuine Dexter part or an aftermarket copy? Part number 068-188-00 is a genuine Dexter breakaway cable assembly, not a generic aftermarket substitute, so it matches the fit and hardware of the original Model 60 actuator cable.

Can I install this breakaway cable myself? Yes, the 068-188-00 assembly is designed as a direct swap for a worn or missing breakaway cable on a Model 60 surge actuator, attaching via the included carabiner clasp and hook without needing to replace the entire actuator.

Does this replace the whole surge actuator or just the cable? This part replaces only the breakaway cable and carabiner clasp with hook on a Model 60 surge actuator; it does not include the actuator housing or internal components.

When should I replace my trailer's breakaway cable? Replace a breakaway cable assembly like the Dexter 068-188-00 if the existing cable is frayed, stretched, rusted, or the hook or clasp is bent or missing, since a damaged cable may fail to trigger the trailer brakes in an emergency.

Is the carabiner clasp attached to the cable or sold separately? The carabiner clasp and hook come attached as part of the same 068-188-00 assembly, so no separate purchase is needed for the clasp.