Best Supplemental Braking System for Motorhome with Air Brakes Towing a Ram 1500
Question:
i have a Ram 1500 Bighorn Edition 4x4. i want to tow it behind my motorhome. I have a 2001 Fleetwood Expedition 36T deasil pusher with Alison Automatic transmission. Motorhome has Air Brakes. I have compression braking on my engine I want to know what braking system will work with my pickup truck.
asked by: PHILLIP M
Expert Reply:
I suggest the Demco Air Force One Supplemental Braking System, # SM99243. This will provide a fully proportional braking system that never needs to be removed from your truck. The actuator will install out of sight and will automatically function when RV and towed truck are connected. I have attached a review video below.
If you need the other items, tow bar, base plate, etc. for flat towing your 2017 Ram 1500 I suggest the following:
Base Plate, # DM9517335. This is a confirmed fit for the 2017 Ram 1500 Big Horn Trim Level. It is a custom fit, simple installation, no welding required and compatible with all Demco tow-bars. Product review and installation video is linked below.
Tow Bar, Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar - Victory Series - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,500 lbs., # DM9511013 (needed safety cables included). This has self-aligning independent arms with trigger releases that make it easy to connect and disconnect.
Wiring, either the # RM-152-LED kit or the # RM-152-LED-7 whichever is best matched to your motorhome.
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10500 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - LED Bulb and Socket - Red
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Bulb and Socket Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit w/ 7-Way to 6-Wire Connector - LED Bulb and Socket - Red
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Bulb and Socket Kit
- 27 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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