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1988 Jeep Wrangler Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System

Name: Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
Brand: Blue Ox
SKU: BLU37TR
Price: 1324.39 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.60362694300518 (386 reviews)

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

386 reviews

Code: BLU37TR

$1,324.39

Retail:$1,829.00

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Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Wireless Display
Every-Trip Setup
Built-In Battery
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Portable System
Air Brakes
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes

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 Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Wireless Monitor - Proportional

Shown on 2022 Jeep Wrangler

746 reviews

Code: DM86VR

$1,349.00

Retail:$1,687.00

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Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Wireless Display
One-Time Setup
Vehicle Battery
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

Shown on 2021 Jeep Wrangler

281 reviews

Code: RM-8700

$1,380.00

Retail:$1,533.33

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Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Pre-Set System
Indicator Lights
One-Time Setup
Vehicle Battery
Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Air Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes

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.

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

484 reviews

Code: SM99243

$1,329.00

Retail:$1,671.00

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Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Indicator Lights
One-Time Setup
Vehicle Battery
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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Curt RVi Series Shadow 2 Flat Tow Brake System - Wireless Monitor - Proportional - Fixed

Shown on 2025 Jeep Wrangler

5 reviews

Code: RVI94FR

$1,595.95

Retail:$2,103.95

$1,495.95 after $100.00 Mail-In Rebate

In Stock

Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Wireless Display
One-Time Setup
Vehicle Battery
Fixed System
Air Brakes
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

Think of it as a one-time project that pays off on every trip. Once the Shadow 2 braking system is installed under the hood, you hook up, check your monitor, and drive away with the peace of mind that your towed vehicle is stopping safely behind you.

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Brake Buddy Stealth Supplemental Braking System - Proportional

98 reviews

Code: HM39530

$1,032.07

Retail:$1,599.00

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Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Wireless Display
One-Time Setup
Vehicle Battery
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 for RVs w/ Air or Air-Over-Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

141 reviews

Code: RM-9160

$1,010.00

Retail:$1,304.71

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Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Indicator Lights
Every-Trip Setup
Vehicle Battery
Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Air Brakes
Air Over Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

Stay on budget with this proportional braking system. More reliable than a portable system, cheaper than a permanent one. Lightweight actuator attaches to brake pedal and front seat and removes for storage. Car brakes perfectly in sync with RV.

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Roadmaster BrakeMaster for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

141 reviews

Code: RM-9060

$1,565.00

Retail:$2,025.25

You Save: $460.25

In Stock

Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Indicator Lights
Every-Trip Setup
Vehicle Battery
Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
Fixed System
Hydraulic Brakes

Features:

More reliable than a standard portable system, lightweight actuator attaches to brake pedal and driver's seat and removes for storage. Car brakes perfectly in sync with motorhome.

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

Shown on 2023 Jeep Wrangler

484 reviews

Code: DM26VR

$1,525.00

Retail:$1,928.00

You Save: $403.00

In Stock

Flat Tow Brake System Specs:

Brake Systems
Proportional System
Indicator Lights
One-Time Setup
Vehicle Battery
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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