Is Brake Buddy Compatible with Air Brake Systems on Tow Vehicle

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Just want to make sure the Brake Buddy 3 is compatible with a Motor Home that has Air Brakes. The description doesnt say one way or the other as most braking systems do.

asked by: Richard W

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Yes the Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39524 that you referenced is compatible with motorhomes that have air brakes. It uses an inertia sensor to decide how hard to apply the towed vehicle brakes and can tell when you are braking.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I wish it was that easy! But no you can use the tow loops in place of a base plate kit like the Blue Ox part #BX1133.

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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 3

To flat tow certain vehicles, the ignition might be in a position that would normally activate certain accessories on the vehicle that would drain the batteries and aren't necessary while towing. To avoid this, some manufacturers instruct you to…

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Answer 4

The Hopkins #HM56200 does work with your 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited even with the tow package. I've linked a video of the install. It installs in the same basic way except you need to pay close attention on the driver's side. There's…

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Answer 5

When hardwiring a 7-Way to your 2005 Chevrolet Silverado, like part #PK12-707E, you will want to connect the following functions to the following pin locations: 1 o'clock - 12V Power 3 o'clock - Right Turn/Stop 5 o'clock - Brake…

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Answer 6

I checked with AEV and found that you can use the D-ring mounts on that bumper to flat tow the Jeep. If the D-ring mounts are 3/4 inches thick with 7/8 inch or 1 inch diameter holes you can use #RM-035 with a Roadmaster tow bar. If the D-ring mounts…

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Answer 7

I am sorry to hear that you did not receive the instructions for your Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System #HM39524. But yes, there is an online version of the instructions and I have linked them here for you. The Brake Buddy…

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Answer 8

Sure thing, I'd love to get you all set up and in your way! For your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with a stock bumper, you're going to need to grab a set of wiring #RM-154, tow bars #RM-676, a braking system #HM39524, and a base plate kit…

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Yes, you can flat tow your 2017 Jeep Wrangler JK, that has a AEV front bumper, using a Blue Ox #BX1133 Base Plate Kit, as long as your Jeep has the bolt on tabs as shown on page 4 of the Blue Ox installation instructions attached. Most Jeep owners…

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Answer 10

Yes, the etrailer #e67ZR tow bar is made for etrailer by Demco in the USA and has a lifetime limited warranty by etrailer. Demco parts will work on this tow bar, but Demco has no responsibility for warranty, repair, or service - you would need to go…

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Answer 11

One end of the umbilical cord that comes with the Brake Buddy Stealth Supplemental Braking System part #HM39530 is a 7-blade round connection that connects to motor home's 7-way plug. The other end is a 7-flat connector that plugs into the…

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Answer 12

I checked the owner's manual for the 2002 Chevy Suburban and found that 2-wheel drive models cannot be flat towed; they have to be placed on a trailer with all 4 wheels off the ground or it could damage the transmission. But if you have a 4-wheel…

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