Where is Blue Ox Patriot Inertia Braking Sensor Module

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Where, exactly, is the Inertia Braking Sensor Module located? Is it included with the kit, or is it a separate purchase?

asked by: Kerry M

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Expert Reply:

The inertia sensor of the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR is located inside the main assembly of the unit and does not require a separate purchase.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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…

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Answer 2

You can absolutely adjust the braking pressure of your Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR. You simply will adjust the number on the remote with the greater number applying more pressure. The braking is only applied as your tail lights are applied, so you…

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Answer 3

Yes you can use the Blue Ox Patriot part #BLU37TR on a motor home with air brakes. This system doesn't have to integrate with any braking components on the motorhome since it uses an inertia sensor so it can be used on basically any braking…

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Answer 4

The inertia sensor is inside of the main unit of the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR, not in the remote. The same as the Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System #HM39494. While not recommended,…

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Blue Ox can not guarantee that interference will not occur in any particular installation regarding the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR. However, if you do experience interference, you can relocate the receiving antenna or increase the separation between…

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Answer 6

To keep the battery of a towed vehicle charged what we have is the Roadmaster charge kit part #RM-156-25. This allows you to run a wire from the 12 volt accessory circuit of the 7-way to the battery post of the vehicle getting towed to keep the…

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Answer 7

The Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR operates the brakes of your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara just fine. This product applies enough force to the brake pedal that the brakes of your Jeep will apply adequately. The brakes of a vehicle still work when…

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Answer 8

Deciding between flat towing your vehicle with all four wheels down or using a tow dolly partly boils down to your preference and application. For your Jeep Wrangler, I recommend going with a flat towing setup. This is going to be simpler to…

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Answer 9

For supplemental braking in the mountains I would not recommend the Blue Ox AutoStop. Our installers don't like the braking performance of these kits and they are pretty difficult to install. Because of that I would not feel good…

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Answer 10

I absolutely recommend a proportional, inertia-driven braking system when flat towing any vehicle, much less a heavier one like your Ram 3500 because of exactly the reasons you mentioned. These types of systems don't rely solely on the…

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Answer 11

In regards to a flat-tow setup, the base plates are the only vehicle specific component. Therefore, you can switch the wiring, tow bar, safety cables, and braking system between the two vehicles. That said, you'd want to make sure…

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Answer 12

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…

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