Does Charger Included with Brake Buddy Portable Supplemental Braking System Need to Be Installed

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In the installation video you use a ford as an example. In a Jeep Wrangler do you still need the trickle charge set up? Thank you

asked by: Jim M

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Because the Brake Buddy uses power from the vehicle's battery to actuate, you will need to set up the charge circuit as directed in the installation instructions. The parts needed to accomplish this are included with the Brake Buddy.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

I believe the issue is in how you have the InvisiBrake #RM-8700 wired up. It has a very specific wiring set up that needs to be followed. I have included a picture of what that should be. It sounds like you have a trickle charge coming from both…

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Answer 3

The RoadMaster Even Brake System is connected to your Suzuki (towed vehicle) battery for power. The engine does not need to be running for the battery to provide voltage and power to the brakes. (Even Brake consumes battery power in the towed car…

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You do not need a brake light switch kit for the Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System #HM39524 installation on your 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. I have linked an installation video below for the Brake Buddy when we installed it on a…

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Answer 5

The etrailer base plate kit part #e98948 is a confirmed fit for your 2020 Jeep Wrangler and works directly with the Blue Ox tow bar part #BX4330 and would be a great setup. For lighting you can use the diode kit, #RM-15267, and not have to worry…

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Answer 6

The Brake Buddy Select 3 part #HM39524 that you referenced uses a 15 amp glass fuse like what you see in the picture I attached. It's the older style automotive glass type fuses. They are very easy to find at local auto parts stores.

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Answer 7

You are correct that the Blue Ox #BX1120 is confirmed for your 2003 Jeep Wrangler X model, as long as it has the double tube bumper. The Blue Ox #BX1126 is confirmed for 2007 - 2014 Jeep Wrangler, and Wrangler Unlimited without aftermarket bumpers,…

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Answer 8

Yes, the Swagman Traveler XCS #S64664 can attach to the shank of your Roadmaster Nighthawk Tow Bar part #RM-677. The rack will attach to the tow bar just like the ball mount you've used. I attached a picture of it attached to a very similar…

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Answer 9

The Brake Buddy Select systems like the 3 part #HM39524 draws power directly from your towed car's battery. To do this, the included wiring harness connects to your car's battery for the charge. Install the harness by routing the wire…

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Answer 10

If you wanted just the breakaway cable and switch for a Roadmaster supplemental braking system you could use the #RM-8603 for the cable and then part #RM-650898 for the switch.

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Answer 11

Good news is yes, the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit #RM-521424-4 that you mention will work with just fine with your double-tube bumper, as well as your 1999 Jeep TJ. With that being said, in order to use the: -Roadmaster Falcon All…

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Answer 12

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