Does the Brake Buddy Select 3 Come with a Battery Charging Line
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/07/2025
Question:
The Brake Buddy 3 pictures show it coming with the battery charger but when I put it in my cart there is a suggestion to also buy a battery charger. Can you verify if the 3 comes with the battery charger that charges the tow vehicle battery?
asked by: Wesley D
Expert Reply:
Hey Wesley, thanks for reaching out!
The Brake Buddy Select 3 # HM39524 does come with a battery charger, yes.
The likely reason why that was suggested is that most brake kits don't have a battery charger, and you'll have to disconnect your 2020 Buick Encore GX battery for flat towing. If your battery is disconnected but the brake kit is pulling power from the battery, then that would drain your battery completely.
Let me know if you have any additional questions about flat towing your vehicle, or the parts needed, and I'll be more than happy to help out!
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Jon G.
10/30/2025
Hey Wesley, how did things go with the Brake Buddy Select 3 and its included battery charger? Did it end up working as expected with your Encore GX when flat towing? Your update could make it easier for the next person setting up a similar system.