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01-19-2013, 10:30 AM
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Senior Member
Monaco Owners Club
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Naples, FL
Posts: 971
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Which brake system for toad?
I'm somewhat confused with all the different models/types of brake equipment for toads.
Can someone please recommend one that works well, is easy to install and can be easily moved to a different toad if necessary?
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01-19-2013, 10:40 AM
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Senior Member
Fleetwood Owners Club
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Lutz, FL
Posts: 772
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When I switched from using a tow dolly, to towing four-down, I bought a used Brake Buddy, for $450. Installed it myself, as it was very easy to install and have been satisfied with it since. Takes only a few minutes to install it in the toad, when I am ready to go.
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01-19-2013, 10:42 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: AB
Posts: 7,587
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I am a big fan of Blue Ox Equipment and so, I use the Blue Ox Patriot. I had some set up issues when I first got it but called Blue Ox and they were very helpful in getting me sorted out.
This unit is easy to install, works well. Can't say anything about others as I have not used them but the Blue Ox is a good product IMHOP.
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01-19-2013, 02:14 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Florida
Posts: 1,193
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We have used a Brake Buddy (bought new) since 2007, with no problems. It takes about 3 minutes to hook up and take down. I set the sensitivity so it only comes on during hard stops.
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01-19-2013, 03:46 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 967
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We inherited a Roadmaster Evenbrake from the previous owner of our RV. For us the unit has been trouble-free and effective.
The biggest problem with this style of brake system is the awkward nature of the installation. My knees are always unhappily about the time it takes me to attached the "clamp" to the brake pedal! If moved every other day, I'd sell it on Craigs List and buy a built-in system....but like many people we probably only hook-up the toad every 3-4 weeks....so why spend money to change a perfectly good & functional brake system....just be aware that they are somewhat inconvenient.
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04-Rexhall Roseair (37)
Cummins ISC / Spartan
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01-19-2013, 04:01 PM
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Senior Member
Country Coach Owners Club Solo Rvers Club iRV2 No Limits Club
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Vancouver, WA
Posts: 37,725
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When towing four down we use the RoadMaster BrakeMaster 9160 as it includes a breakaway system.
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RV'ing since 1957, NRA Benefactor Life, towing '21 Jeep JLU Rubicon Ecodiesel
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01-19-2013, 04:23 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: seattle, wa.
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Brake buddy, mechanical system. Easiest no maintenance, 3 min. max hook up time :-).
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1995 Range Rover County SWB.
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01-19-2013, 04:32 PM
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Senior Member
Damon Owners Club Ford Super Duty Owner
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Sacramento, California
Posts: 445
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SMI Stay-N-Play duo here flip a switch ready to go
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Me , DW, 2 kids and Kasey 8 year old yellow lab
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01-19-2013, 04:37 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 602
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I like the Roadmaster Brakemaster System,
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01-19-2013, 04:46 PM
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Community Administrator
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 53,557
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mavric65
SMI Stay-N-Play duo here flip a switch ready to go
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I agree and have been totally satisfied with mine. I think the OP has a diesel and SMI makes Air Force One for them. Flip a switch and go. No hassles of in and out of the car with a heavy piece of equipment or anything else.
Cliff
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01-19-2013, 04:49 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 602
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Clifftall
I agree and have been totally satisfied with mine. I think the OP has a diesel and SMI makes Air Force One for them. Flip a switch and go. No hassles of in and out of the car with a heavy piece of equipment or anything else. Cliff
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How does the system work? Is it a plug and play device...?
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01-19-2013, 04:53 PM
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Community Administrator
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 53,557
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01-19-2013, 04:59 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Fulltime, USA
Posts: 16,706
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Brake Buddy. Since 2001. :-)
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01-19-2013, 05:02 PM
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Senior Member
Winnebago Owners Club
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Posts: 676
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We have used US Gear on three toads and several rigs. I like it because when you plug in your electric cord for the lights, it's activated. Nothing to put in or take out of the car. Our coach is pre wired for it so it's an easy system to use.
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2013 Tour 42 QD 2011 Ford Flex
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