Are brakes necessary on a towed vehicle?

In an emergency, stopping distance is the critical factor between a close call and a tow truck - or worse. Supplementary brakes take the load off your coach, and by having the coach and the car brake in tandem, significantly less time and distance is required to come to a controlled stop. Supplementary brakes also relieve stress on the tow bar and the vehicle base plates. A panic stop without supplementary brakes is a leading cause of tow system failure. A brake system on the towed vehicle will also reduce the chance of a catastrophic brake failure at the coach as a a result of sustained braking. For example, when you're driving down a steep grade in the mountains.

Aside from safety, 32 states, plus many Canadian provinces, require supplementary brakes if the towed weight exceeds 3,000 pounds. Some motorhome chassis manufacturers will void the warranty if you tow without supplementary brakes. Lastly, adding brakes to the towed vehicle cuts down on everyday wear and tear on the tow bar, the base plates, the frame of the towed vehicle, and the brakes on the motorhome, so all will last longer.

Brake Systems

	Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking System Code: RM-9400 Price: $999.95 Quantity in Cart: none Roadmaster Even Brake is a portable, proportional towed car braking system that is very easy to install and use. The wireless monitor keeps you informed of braking conditions and power levels while the included breakaway kit gaurds against towing...more


	Roadmaster Even Brake 2nd Vehicle Kit Code: RM-98400 Price: $144.95 Quantity in Cart: none Towing more than one vehicle? The second vehicle kit makes it even easier to move the Roadmaster Even Brake from...more


	RoadMaster BrakeMaster with BrakeAway for Motor Homes with Hydraulic Brakes Code: RM-9060 List: $1208.04 Price: $954.95 Quantity in Cart: none The BrakeMaster supplemental braking system ensures proportional, synchronized braking by connecting directly to your RV's brakes. Unique design applies your car's brakes with the same intensity as you apply to the brakes in your RV....more


	Roadmaster BrakeMaster with BrakeAway for Motorhomes with Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes Code: RM-9160 Price: $599.95 Quantity in Cart: none BrakeMaster is connected directly to the motorhome's air brakes and activates the brakes on the towed vehicle in response to changes in the motorhome's brake line pressure. Because it connects directly to what powers your motorhome's brakes,...more


	RoadMaster BrakeMaster for Motor Homes with Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes Code: RM-9100 List: $573.63 Price: $449.95 Quantity in Cart: none The BrakeMaster supplemental braking system ensures proportional, synchronized braking by connecting directly to your RV's brakes. Unique design applies your car's brakes with the same intensity as you apply to the brakes in your RV....more


	RoadMaster BrakeAway Kit for BrakeMaster Systems Code: RM-8600 Price: $249.95 Quantity in Cart: none Add a little extra security to your towing experience with this breakaway kit. BrakeAway works with Roadmaster's BrakeMaster system to ensure that your towed vehicle comes to a controlled stop should it ever separate from your motor home....more


	Roadmaster Brake Light Relay for Towed Vehicles Code: RM-88400 List: $32.77 Price: $27.33 Quantity in Cart: none Easy-to-install kit prevents the brake signal from over-riding the turn signal of a towed vehicle. It is necessary to install this kit on many vehicles with add-on braking systems...more


	RoadMaster Second Vehicle Kit for BrakeMaster Systems Code: RM-98100 List: $125.65 Price: $99.95 Quantity in Cart: none Now you can easily tow your other vehicle without having to install an entirely new BrakeMaster supplemental braking system. Includes wiring, air lines and hardware....more


	RoadMaster Second Vehicle Kit with BreakAway for BrakeMaster Systems Code: RM-98160 List: $409.73 Price: $324.95 Quantity in Cart: none Now you can easily tow your other vehicle without having to install an entirely new BrakeMaster supplemental braking system. Includes wiring, air lines, hardware and a BrakeAway kit. ...more


	RoadMaster Brake Pressure Reducer for BrakeMaster Supplemental Braking System Code: RM-900002 Price: $134.95 Quantity in Cart: none Avoid overbraking with your BrakeMaster supplemental braking system by installing this brake-pressure reducer. Designed for vehicles with "active" or "continuous power assist" systems, such as Hummers and hybrids....more


	Roadmaster 9700 Portable Braking System Code: RM-9700 List: $995.00 Price: $849.95 Quantity in Cart: none Show Details


	RoadMaster Even Brake Motor Home Monitor Code: RM-9410 List: $176.26 Price: $149.95 Quantity in Cart: none Stay updated on the status of your Even Brake supplemental braking system with this monitor. An LED lights up for a quick visual reference, and the illuminated LCD screen beneath tells you exactly what your braking system is doing....more


	RoadMaster BrakeMaster Replacement Air Cylinder Code: RM-9100-50 Price: $424.95 Quantity in Cart: none Replacement air ram cylinder for BrakeMaster supplemental braking systems....more


	RoadMaster Stop Light Switch Kit - Jeep Liberty Code: RM-751430 Price: $34.95 Quantity in Cart: none Avoid damage to your towed vehicle by ensuring that your supplemental braking system is properly positioned and working effectively. Kit activates your RV monitoring system to alert you when the brakes of your towed vehicle are being applied....more


	RoadMaster BrakeMaster Second RV Kit for Hydraulic Brakes Code: RM-98300 Price: $589.95 Quantity in Cart: none Changing RVs no longer means that you have to rewire your whole system. Just install these components to use your same BrakeMaster braking system with your new motor home....more


	RoadMaster Air Cylinder Shaft Extension - 1-1/2" - for Even Brake and 9700 Braking Systems Code: RM-9336 Price: $6.50 Quantity in Cart: none Air shaft extensions ensure that your braking system is in proper contact with the brake pedal of your towed vehicle. This part extends the cylinder's length by 1-1/2"....more


	RoadMaster Air Cylinder Shaft Extension - 3-1/2" - for Even Brake and 9700 Braking Systems Code: RM-9336-3 Price: $7.50 Quantity in Cart: none Air shaft extensions ensure that your braking system is in proper contact with the brake pedal of your towed vehicle. This part extends the cylinder's length by 3-1/2"....more


	RoadMaster Foot Extension for Even Brake and 9700 Braking Systems Code: RM-9337 Price: $6.50 Quantity in Cart: none Foot extensions make sure your supplemental braking system is in proper contact with the the brake pedal of your towed vehicle. This extension raises the system up to 1"....more


	RoadMaster Foot Extension for Even Brake and 9700 Braking Systems - 4 Pack Code: RM-9337-4 Price: $23.25 Quantity in Cart: none Foot extensions make sure your supplemental braking system is in proper contact with the the brake pedal of your towed vehicle. This extension raises the system up to 1"....more


	RoadMaster BrakeMaster Second RV Kit for Air or Air-Over Hydraulic Brakes Code: RM-98200 Price: $84.95 Quantity in Cart: none Changing RVs no longer means that you have to rewire your whole system. Just install these components to use your same BrakeMaster braking system with your new motor home....more


	RoadMaster Second Vehicle Kit for 9700 Braking System Code: RM-98800 Price: $54.95 Quantity in Cart: none Tow either of your primary vehicles behind your RV without having to buy a whole new supplemental braking system. Just install these components in your second vehicle to make it ready for your RoadMaster 9700 system....more


	RoadMaster Replacement LED Display Monitor for BrakeMaster Systems Code: RM-300065-00 Price: $7.25 Quantity in Cart: none Serving as a replacement for your BrakeMaster LED motor home display, this light works to alert you to the braking activity of your towed vehicle. Mounting bracket included....more


	RoadMaster Quick Disconnect for BrakeMaster Air Line - 1/8" Female Pipe Thread Code: RM-450710 Price: $12.25 Quantity in Cart: none Brass fitting makes connecting and disconnecting your BrakeMaster air hose fast and easy....more


	RoadMaster Quick Disconnect for BrakeMaster Air Line - 1/8" Male Pipe Thread Code: RM-450720 Price: $5.00 Quantity in Cart: none Brass fitting makes connecting and disconnecting your BrakeMaster air hose fast and easy....more


	RoadMaster Vinyl Cover for BrakeMaster Cylinder Code: RM-104 Price: $44.95 Quantity in Cart: none Protect your BrakeMaster braking system when it's not in use. This custom vinyl cover is great for storing your BrakeMaster cylinder after disconnecting it from your towed vehicle....more


	RoadMaster LED Monitor and Wiring Kit for BrakeMaster Systems Code: RM-8100S Price: $54.95 Quantity in Cart: none Designed as an add-on for older BrakeMaster supplemental braking systems, this kit includes the LED indicator display and necessary wiring for connecting it to your towed vehicle. Can also be used as a replacement for a damaged indicator system....more


	RoadMaster Conversion Regulator Kit for RM-9060 Code: RM-900001 Price: $194.95 Quantity in Cart: none Easily regulate the airflow from your motor home's brakes to you BrakeMaster supplemental braking system. Works with BrakeMaster 9060 series for hydraulic brakes....more


	RoadMaster Transmitter for Even Brake Systems Code: RM-9420 Price: $94.95 Quantity in Cart: none This ICX box installs inside your towed vehicle and relays information about that vehicle's braking activity to the Even Brake receiver monitor installed in your motor home. ...more


	RoadMaster Even Brake Transmitter and Receiver Code: RM-9430 Price: $249.95 Quantity in Cart: none The ICX box installs inside of your towed vehicle and relays information about that vehicle's braking activity to the Even Brake receiver monitor installed in your motor home. ...more


	Replacement Breakaway Switch for Roadmaster Even Brake & Brake Pro Code: RM-650898 Price: $24.95 Quantity in Cart: none Show Details

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