2024 GMC Sierra 3500 Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System

Name: Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
Brand: Blue Ox
SKU: BLU37TR
Price: 1337.16 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.71844660194175 (103 reviews)

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

103 reviews

Code: BLU37TR

Our Price: $1,337.16

In Stock

Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Recurring Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Portable System
Air Brakes
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes

Accessory Parts:

12 Volt Outlet Kit RM-9332

Features:

Small, light, and precise, this portable unit gets you smooth braking with basically no installation. Plugs directly into 12V outlet. Easy to swap between multiple cars. Control and monitor the system remotely from your motorhome with LCD display.

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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

585 reviews

Code: SM99251

Retail:$1,668.98

Our Price: $1,175.00

You Save: $493.98

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
One Time Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

Plug in and go: this permanent system gets you smooth, reliable braking with a one-and-done installation. Low-profile components designed to stay out of sight.

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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Wireless Monitor - Proportional

585 reviews

Code: DM86VR

Retail:$1,590.00

Our Price: $1,349.00

You Save: $241.00

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
One Time Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

Plug in and go: this permanent system gets you smooth, reliable braking with a one-and-done installation. Low-profile components stay out of sight. Includes convenient wireless Coachlink.

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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset

234 reviews

Code: RM-8700

Retail:$1,584.94

Our Price: $1,175.00

You Save: $409.94

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Pre-Set System
One Time Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Air Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes

Accessory Parts:

Stop Light Switch RM56VR

Features:

Plug-and-play: this permanent system gets you automatic braking with a one-and-done installation. Actuator box installs out of your way under the front seat. Adjustable pressure setting for comfortable braking. Charges car battery while towing.

Installation Notes:

The stop light switch kit listed is a requirement for proper usage of this braking system

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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

275 reviews

Code: HM39524

Retail:$1,791.00

Our Price: $1,535.76

You Save: $255.24

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Recurring Set-Up
Portable System
Air Brakes
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

This portable unit gets you smooth braking without a complex installation. Senses the RV braking and applies the brakes proportionally. Easy to swap between multiple towed cars: settings adjust for safe, even braking for any size car.

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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Wireless Monitoring - Proportional

359 reviews

Code: DM26VR

Retail:$1,817.00

Our Price: $1,525.00

You Save: $292.00

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
One Time Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Air Brakes

Features:

Get safe, smooth braking for your towed car with this truly proportional braking system. Installs permanently so you can just plug and go. Low-profile design keeps it out of sight and out of the way. Includes convenient wireless braking monitor.

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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional

359 reviews

Code: SM99243

Retail:$1,872.13

Our Price: $1,329.00

You Save: $543.13

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
One Time Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Air Brakes

Features:

Get safe, smooth braking for your towed car with this truly proportional braking system. Car slows perfectly in sync with your RV. Installs permanently so you can just plug in and go. Low-profile design keeps it out of sight and out of the way.

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Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Preset

204 reviews

Code: HM39494

Our Price: $1,166.64

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Pre-Set System
Recurring Set-Up
Portable System
Air Brakes
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

This portable unit gets you smooth braking without a complex installation. Senses the RV braking and applies the car's brakes at an intensity preset by you. Easy to swap between multiple cars; settings adjust for smooth braking for any size car.

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Brake Buddy Stealth Supplemental Braking System - Proportional

79 reviews

Code: HM39530

Our Price: $999.75

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Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
One Time Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

Get fully proportional braking with a system that never has to be removed, replaced, or reset. Actuator installs out of sight and remains virtually invisible when your car isn't being towed. Controller also works as a trailer brake controller.

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Roadmaster BrakeMaster w/ Pressure Reducer for RVs w Air or Air-Over-Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

127 reviews

Code: RM-9160-900002

Our Price: $1,009.33

Tow Bar Braking Systems Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Recurring Set-Up
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Air Brakes
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes

Accessory Parts:

Stop Light Switch RM56VR

Seat Adapter RM36VR

Features:

Stay on budget with this proportional braking system. More reliable than a portable system, cheaper than a permanent one. Pressure reducer protects cars with active or continuous-power-assist brakes, such as hybrids, from damage.

Installation Notes:

The BrakeMaster seat adapter listed is a requirement for using this supplemental braking system.

The stop light switch kit listed is a requirement for proper usage of this braking system

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