Are Supplemental Braking Systems Required when Flat Towing a Vehicle Behind an RV
Updated 05/02/2016 | Published 04/29/2016
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Question:
With the blue ox tow bar, do I need to have brake controlled system? According to high way safety. If needed which one you recommend. Thanks.
asked by: Andy P
Helpful Expert Reply:
Most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
To determine if this or other supplemental braking systems will work I would need to know the year, make, and model of the vehicle you will be towing behind the RV. I have included links to a video on the braking system listed above as well as a help article on supplemental braking systems for you.
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Every-Trip Setup
- 12V Outlet
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Wireless Display
- Roadmaster
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