Can Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller Be Used for Flat Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome
Question:
I don’t suppose this works for towing a vehicle behind a motor home? Thanks
asked by: John K
Expert Reply:
A trailer brake controller like the Redarc # RED24FR Tow-Pro Liberty is intended to actuate trailer brakes, not the brakes of a towed vehicle. This being said, we DO offer braking solutions for flat towing a vehicle.
For a vehicle being flat towed behind a motorhome, you'll need to use a supplemental braking system that's specifically designed to actuate the brake pedal in your towed vehicle.
Supplemental braking systems are available as portable models, like the # HM39494 Brake Buddy Classic 3. I'll typically recommend a portable system for folks who don't plan to keeping their towed vehicle for more than 4 or so years. A portable system is quick and easy to set up and install (see linked video) and is easily transported to a different vehicle when necessary. A portable system also spares you from the involved and expensive installation that permanently installed systems would require.
If you plan on keeping the vehicle for more than 4 or 5 years, a permanently installed system would make more sense. Demco offers some excellent units. The Air Force One, part # SM99243 is recommended for use with motorhomes with air brakes. For motorhomes with hydraulic brakes, use the # SM99251 Stay In Play DUO.
I've linked to some product videos that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Brake Buddy
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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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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
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