Hi Barry; that's a good question and honestly, even if your batteries are well maintained I would definitely replace the breakaway with one that has a built-in charger. This will just ensure that no matter what, the kit is always going to work, and while it is likely you'll never need it (most don't), I always like to err on the side of safety, so I do recommend going with the Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger # 20400. view full answer...
The Dexter Trailer Breakaway Kit # 34-285 is going to work on single or tandem axle trailers only. If you're looking for a breakaway kit that allows for triple or quad axles I recommend the Tekonsha Shur-Set III # 2028 ,which works for anywhere from 1-4 axles. It is a top loading system for easy access the 5 amp-hour battery from above and comes with a built in battery charger. The battery box is also equipped with the ability to add a padlock for extra security. view full answer...
You should not have any issues using the Hopkins Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger # HM20001 on your trailer hooked up to your 2019 Ford F-150. The built-in charger automatically refuels the battery when connected to the tow vehicle.
Although we do not have any information or reports on an F-150 sensor for breakaway batteries, the draw from the charger would likely trigger the same on your vehicle. To be sure, I recommend contacting your local dealer to ask how this... view full answer...
The Hopkins Engager Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit # 20099 should not be draining the battery from your vehicle or from the breakaway battery unless the cable is pulled out. What could be happening is the breakaway Battery # HM20008 is unable to hold a charge and when connected to your vehicle it is trying to charge the battery which kills the vehicle battery. But when disconnected since the battery cannot maintain a charge it also dies very quickly.
If you still want to use a toggle... view full answer...
Yes, there is! You can use the 2.5-Watt Solar Battery Charger # PTW2997 you were looking at. However, this has alligator clamps so it will be a bit more difficult. A better option would be to install the Bright Way Solar Battery Charger item # BRW54FR due to it having terminal rings. The connections won't come disconnected while you are using your trailer. Your breakaway battery just needs to be a 12-volt battery with at least 5 amp-hours. view full answer...
Rob, it sounds like you're needing the Second Vehicle Kit for Roadmaster BrakeMaster Flat Tow Brake Systems # RM-98100 which includes all the wiring, air lines, and hardware needed.
If you need the breakaway kit, you'll also need the Replacement Roadmaster Breakaway Kit for BrakeMaster Flat Tow Brake Systems # RM-8600. view full answer...
Hey Mark,
We can get you the breakaway kit for your Blue Ox Patriot supplemental braking system for you to use on your Jeep, and all you need is the following:
- Second Vehicle Breakaway Kit for Blue Ox Patriot Flat Tow Brake Systems # BRK2505
I'm not 100% clear on what you need when you say the wiring harness for plug to your motorhome in regards to the Patriot system. Did you mean something like the replacement controller that plugs into your motorhome? Or were you referring to wiring... view full answer...
Hi Jeff,
The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523184-5 has two brackets that you can use for the breakaway switch and 2-pole brackets for a 6-pole socket. In Brad's installation pic below he mounted an air line fitting on the left bracket and the breakaway switch on the right bracket next to the 6-pole socket. view full answer...
The compatibility of the Hydrastar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness # HS381-9067 is going to depend more on the trailer you're towing rather than the tow vehicle - but the short answer is yes, as long as your trailer has a single, tandem, or triple axle with disc brakes, this kit and your truck will mesh just fine.
Also, since this kit is designed for disc brakes, and the Kodiak # KOD89FR is a disc brake kit, the two will work great as well. view full answer...
Hi Eric; the Curt Push-To-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger # C52044 will work for your triple axle Kaufmann trailer. This is designed for 1 to 3 axle trailers with electric brakes so triple axle isn't a problem. As long as you have 12V power running to the connector the built-in charger will do a fine job. It also prevents overcharging so it won't damage the battery in storage. view full answer...
Hey Jeremy, sorry for the confusion but no the replacement cable for the Dexter Breakaway kit part # T2385500 does not come with the cable that attaches the longer cable to the handle. If you need that as well you'd be best just replacing the entire kit with part # T2385200. view full answer...
Hey Carmen,
Nope, the brand does not matter at all when replacing your trailer's breakaway switch with a new one. You can go with whichever you like, from the Bright Way Replacement Breakaway Switch # 3802348 to the Fastway Zip Trailer Breakaway Switch with Coiled Cable # FA80-00-2060.
I've added a link below to our entire selection of breakaway switches if you'd like to take a look. view full answer...
The Dexter Breakaway and Parking Kit # T2385200 will allow you to activate the brakes on one axle. You can mount 2 of these to your tandem axle trailer to active both the front and rear axle brakes on your trailer. view full answer...
Although we do not have a premade kit I can help you put the parts together. As long as you have slack in the wire it will allow you to still use the folding tongue. You also need to find your axle capacity and possibly bearing combination since you will need new brake assemblies along with new hub and drum assemblies.
In addition to the hubs and brakes you're going to need wiring, a breakaway kit, and a brake controller. I recommend the following:
-7-Way Molded Connector w/ 15' Cable... view full answer...
If I'm understanding you correctly the starter solenoid # PK5231201 is not the solution to your problem. Based on what you have described, it sounds like both the breakaway battery and winch battery are hooked to the 12V power coming from your 7-way. This is what I would expect to see, and would allow for a maintenance charge on both when hooked up to the tow vehicle. However, with the winch battery and breakaway battery on the same circuit you see the breakaway battery constantly charging... view full answer...
The complete replacement breakaway kit for a Hopkins Brake Buddy II is the part # HM39340 but since you only want the switch Fred and it's a universal switch that is used you could use the part # C52010 and be fine. view full answer...
The Roadmaster Even Brake # RM-9400 just needs 12V power in order to charge and operate. While you technically can power it via the motorhome 12V power I don't recommend doing this because it adds more connections to the mix and a higher possibility for the brake system to not be powered.
The best way to provide power to the Even Brake is to use the 12V power port on your vehicle, or to install the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332 if the port on your vehicle only powers up when the vehicle... view full answer...
The Replacement Breakaway Switch # 3802348 will replace the Hayes 71820 breakaway switch. The PL62S is a vendor number and not the item number for the light. view full answer...
The light might stay on briefly on your # 3802346 but it shouldn't be on for a prolonged period of time. What it sounds like is that the breakaway battery is pulling power from your trailer battery/winch battery. It won't overcharge it so for now it is fine but I don't recommend leaving it that way.
All you need to do to prevent this is add in the Roadmaster Hy-Power Diode # RM-790 between your breakaway and your other 12V battery. This allows the electrical current to flow in only one... view full answer...
Michael, there could be a chance that your breakaway system could still be activating your brakes even if the pin is pushed back in.
The breakaway system works by allowing 2 pieces of metal to touch, completing the circuit between the breakaway battery and the trailer brakes. So, to reset it you'd just need to put the pin back in, but if there is an internal problem with the breakaway system, that could cause those metal pieces to keep the circuit completed even after the pin is put back.... view full answer...
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