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09-25-2020, 08:45 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 2
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Supplemental braking systems for toads
I need a new braking system for my toad. I had the Even Brake for years but was never happy with the performance of that system. But alas it died just as we purchased our first DP a Journey 42e with Tag. So I would like to hear others experience with these braking systems Before I sink another $1500 to $2000 into another poor performer!
Thank you!
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09-25-2020, 04:40 PM
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Senior Member
Winnebago Owners Club
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Texas
Posts: 2,478
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Had an EvenBrake for about 7 years, used it on two different toads. A Scion xA then a MINI Cooper. Hated the EvenBrake, was particularly a challenge with the MINI, way small driver floorboard area!
About 8 years ago went to a Ford Escape (still have it). After buying it, immediately had a RoadMaster InvisiBrake installed. Have used it many many times, it’s great.
YMMV
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2018 Winnebago View 24D
2014 Tiffin Breeze 32BR, 2012 Winnebago Navion 24G, 2006 Winnebago View 23H
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09-25-2020, 05:39 PM
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Senior Member
Winnebago Owners Club
Join Date: May 2019
Posts: 299
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We went with the RVIBrake 3. Initial install was easy and straight forward, setup prior to towing easy as well as removal at destination, works as advertised.
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2019 Winnebago Forza 36G
2018 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
Anchorage Alaska when not on the road
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09-25-2020, 05:51 PM
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Senior Member
National RV Owners Club Freightliner Owners Club
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Continuous Traveler - Oregon
Posts: 534
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Doesn't get any easier than Air Force One. Had it installed in 2009 and it is now on the 3rd toad. Easy hook-up and works great!
https://www.demco-products.com/rv-to...QaAjUpEALw_wcB
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2008 National Pacifica 40D DP, 4 slides, 1 1/2 baths; 2016 C-Max Energi
FMCA #F415856 & Thousand Trails Elite
Right, left, straight, or stay....decision of the day
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09-25-2020, 06:25 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Twin Cities
Posts: 741
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Demco has great customer support. In the process of switching from Delta Force to Stay n play. (Both Demco products). Stay n play is permanently mounted and more reliable. I had bad luck with Delta Force, but the company stood behind the unit with a 5 year warranty.
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09-25-2020, 06:35 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2018
Posts: 608
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We also own the RVI Brake3.... By far the BEST one we ever owned. Worth every penny and you can add things like "TPMS" and a "toad battery charger" (which we did) and everything is on one, mini tablet like screen.
Place the unit on the floor
Attach to break peddle
Plug in power
Plug in breakaway wire.
Press button
Press button again
Press button a third time...... your done!
Max, two minutes to set up!
here's a link.... on the page you can click on the video to see a demo.
https://rvibrake.com/collections/fla...nt=20046642181
Hope this helps.
Good luck!
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1998 Prevost Vogue XL 40' Riveted
500HP Detroit Diesel, side radiator, tag axle, IFS
We have RV'ed in ALL of the lower 48 and into Canada.
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09-25-2020, 10:01 PM
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Senior Member
Country Coach Owners Club
Join Date: Dec 2010
Posts: 7,752
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If it can be fitted to your toad, the M&G is the best there is. One air line to hook up and you are done
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2002 Country Coach Intrigue
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09-25-2020, 10:13 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2020
Location: Henderson, KY
Posts: 123
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Air Force One is the top of the line. E-trailer may even install for free. They did mine for videoing the install.
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09-26-2020, 02:24 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ & Plover, WI
Posts: 6,403
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Everyone will and have said what they have is the best. I've had the M&G system in my last four toads. Works like you want a toad brake to work, one simple air line to hook up, it's proportional and basically zero maintenance. Maybe there is a better one on the market, but I have no need to look.
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2013 43 QGP Allegro Bus ( SOLD )
2013 Avalanche
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09-26-2020, 03:13 AM
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Senior Member
Newmar Owners Club Ford Super Duty Owner
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 1,724
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I'm with Crasher^^^^^^ Everyone's brake is going to be the best.
When I owned a DP, I had Air Force One - I looked at the M&G system but the brain box that would go into my toad was too big where the AF1 was smaller & flatter. I had a subcompact toad.
Both are plug 'n pay. Plug in the air hose and go......it doesn't get any simpler than that. No brake "machine" to attached to pedals or to stow when not in use.
Good luck.....
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2017 Newmar Canyon Star 40', FMCA - Retired Army Sergeant Major
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09-26-2020, 08:09 AM
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Senior Member
Tiffin Owners Club
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Wa State
Posts: 362
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Another happy RVi3 customer. No air brakes, easy set up, ability to apply brakes manually, and not a permanent install. On our second Jeep with it.
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2018 Tiffin Allegro Open Road 32sa
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
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09-26-2020, 08:34 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Urbanna, VA
Posts: 1,156
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Another vote for M&G. On our second toad with it.
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09-26-2020, 08:40 AM
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Senior Member
Winnebago Owners Club
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Texas
Posts: 2,478
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crasher
Everyone will and have said what they have is the best. ... snipped ...
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Actually most have simply said what they have.
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Warren and Debbie, Deep in The Heart of Texas
2018 Winnebago View 24D
2014 Tiffin Breeze 32BR, 2012 Winnebago Navion 24G, 2006 Winnebago View 23H
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09-26-2020, 08:47 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Urbanna, VA
Posts: 1,156
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SeeTheUSA
Actually most have simply said what they have.
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So you are saying that each of us should go into some sort of dissertation about the pros and cons of our particular system, even when they have already been described?
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