2005 Subaru Legacy Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System

Name: Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
Brand: Roadmaster
SKU: RM-8700
Price: 1380 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.69230769230769 (299 reviews)

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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset

299 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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Curt RVibrake Shadow 2 Flat Tow Brake System - Wireless Monitor - Proportional - Fixed

12 reviews

Code: RVI94FR

$1,595.95

Retail:$2,103.95

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

544 reviews

Code: DM26VR

$1,599.00

Retail:$1,928.00

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

544 reviews

Code: SM99243

$1,399.00

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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Roadmaster BrakeMaster for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

144 reviews

Code: RM-9060

$1,565.00

Retail:$2,025.25

You Save: $460.25

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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
Hydraulic Brakes

Accessory Parts:

Seat Adapter RM-88208

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.

Installation Notes:

The BrakeMaster seat adapter listed is a requirement for using this supplemental braking system.

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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Wireless Monitor - Proportional

802 reviews

Code: DM86VR

$1,425.00

Retail:$1,687.00

You Save: $262.00

In Stock

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 BrakeMaster for RVs w/ Air or Air-Over-Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

144 reviews

Code: RM-9160

$1,010.00

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

Accessory Parts:

Seat Adapter RM-88208

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.

Installation Notes:

The BrakeMaster seat adapter listed is a requirement for using this supplemental braking system.

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