Solution for a Roadmaster BrakeMaster That Applies Brakes Too Hard On a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado

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I`m flat towing my 2023 Silverado and using roadmaster 9160 braking system. It seems like my brakes are being applied to hard on the truck. There are vehicles that dont use vacuum assist brakes that require a pressure reducing valve in the airline coming from the motorhome. Can you tell me if i should need this and how much should i reduce the pressure? When Im towing the battery is disconnected. Thank you.

asked by: Michael J

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Helpful Expert Reply:

I spoke with Roadmaster about your issue, and they confirmed that you are going to need the Roadmaster Brake Pressure Reducer for BrakeMaster Supplemental Braking System # RM-900002 for your Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes # RM-9160.

When you adjust the pressure, there is not a set guide you'll just need to try it and lower it or increase it as needed.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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John

7/28/2024

Hey Bryce, I have a the RB 9160 already. I know this not a normal option however could I use with the Brake Master air reducer? TY John 2021 GMC 1500 Sierra

Bryce D.

7/29/2024

@John Yes John you can. The air reducer was designed to be used with the BrakeMaster.

Answer 1

Yes, the Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System #HM39524 will work great in place of the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Supplemental Braking System #RM-9400. If you plan on flat towing your 2011 Honda CR-V often, I recommend…

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Answer 2

Hey Steve, we haven't had the chance to install the Roadmaster BrakeMaster part #RM-9160 on a 2007 Honda CR-V yet so we can't tell you where we installed it but generally people find a spot under the dash or under a seat if possible.

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Answer 3

When installing the Roadmaster BrakeMaster #RM-9060 the most common installation location is within the engine compartment of your towed vehicle, but it can be installed anywhere that an air line can be routed from the top of the air reservoir to the…

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Answer 4

The most common locations for mounting the air reservoir portion of the Roadmaster BrakeMaster #RM-9160 are next to the driver's seat and under the dash near the left kick panel. If there is no room under the hood of your vehicle this would be a…

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Answer 5

Whether you have the Roadmaster BrakeMaster Braking System for RVs with Hydraulic Brakes #RM-9060 or the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes #RM-9160 you need to keep your breakaway system install on the Jeep…

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Answer 6

If your Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes #RM-9160 is just dumping air in the way you described then yes, you will need to replace the exhaust valve with #RM-450601-50.

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Answer 7

It is definitely a smart idea to use the BrakeAway Kit #RM-8600 with your Roadmaster BrakeMaster although there is not necessarily a recommended spot we can offer to install the reservoir in a 2016 Ford C-Max. We have not had a chance to install this…

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Answer 8

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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