How Does The Blue Ox Patriot System Get Signal To Apply Brakes

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on the patriot braking system how does the remote control in the rv get its signal from the rv to apply brakes on toad

asked by: Richard S

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The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR, uses a 12V powered remote that wirelessly connects to the 12V powered braking unit. This wireless remote has an inertia-based sensor in it that can sense the braking of the towing vehicle and communicates that braking need to the towed vehicle. The remote also give you a manual override feature like brake controllers do to allow you to apply the brakes in the towed vehicle as you determine necessary. It also has a light indicator so you know when the brakes are being applied on your towed vehicle from the cabin of your towing vehicle.

This is one of the easiest systems to use and we have had many happy customers using this product because there is no false braking.

I've attached an article to help with supplemental braking systems. Let me know if you have any other questions.

expert reply by: Jason S

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John R.

6/28/2020

Good morning Jason, Have Patriott II model BRK2016 that was purchased 12/9/2018. Serial #161494 from etrailer.Using it on a 2012 Honda Fit. How do I know when the Patriot engages. I have no indication on the 2-Way RF In-Coach controller triangle screen that indicates any braking activity during driving. Setup and cycling works perfect. Intenstity in coach is set on two.Should I see a process bar inside the triangle showing the intensity of breaking? Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Cheers,

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Chris R.

7/2/2020

You should be seeing brake activity on the monitor when applying the brakes in the RV. I would increase the force/intensity to 5 - that seems to be a good spot for most applications. See if this changes anything when testing out the brakes during travel.

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John R.

7/2/2020

Chris, thanks for the update. I will try it on my next trip to see if I see a difference. From other Patriottt II users I was told previously since I have such a small tow vehicle I wouldn't need more then force/intensity of 2. And the higher settings are used for heavier vehicles. Cheers

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Dennis

2/5/2020

Does all the sensing to activate the blue ox breaking happen in the floor mount mechanism or is it derived from the sensor on the coach wireless module?

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Jacob H.

2/6/2020

The module that gets mounted inside the towed vehicle is what is going to sense the amount of breaking with an inertia sensor. The wireless module that gets mounted in the motor home is going to be the monitoring system so that you can make sure the system is working as it should.

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Answer 1

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 2

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR includes an in-coach RF controller that plugs into a 12V outlet in the cab of the motorhome. This unit allows you to have the manual braking override of other brake controllers, and…

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Answer 3

No sweat! You'll just need to install a 12-volt outlet kit, part #RM-9332. The socket would be located under the dash, so you can easily locate it to plug in the Patriot. The outlet would wire directly to the vehicle's battery. Each time you…

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Answer 4

Yes, a 2014 Honda CR-V AWD can be flat-towed with all four wheels down. In order to do so you'll need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and braking system. I have attached my recommendation for each of these components below.…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

Both are great options for your 2022 Dodge Durango but there are a few key differences between the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524 and Classic 3 #HM39494. The biggest difference between the two is that the Select 3 has two braking modes; proportional…

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Answer 7

The gain knob of the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR allows you to basically dial in how aggressive/sensitive you want the accelerometer to be. If you dial it in with high gain the unit will apply the brakes harder when detecting braking, lower and it will…

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Answer 8

Yes, a portable braking system like the Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System - Proportional item #HM39524 will drain the battery on your Jeep Gladiator. That is why the portable braking system comes with a wiring harness that…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

The 12 Volt Outlet Kit #RM-9332 is installed on the vehicle being towed. If you think you will be doing a good amount of braking with the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TRand you don't plan on stopping and letting the engine run for a little then the…

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Answer 11

I took a look at the online version of the owner's manual for your 2011 Ford Ranger and it looks like on page 149 that you can flat tow it if you have a manual transmission. If you have a 4WD with the automatic transmission then you can purchase…

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