RV Toads, Motorhomes, Tow Cars

I had the Brakemaster 9000 installed in my jeep and although it works very well, I am kicking myself that I didn’t go with the Airforce One system. It seems to be much more elegant and hidden.

Here’s a picture of the mechanism that “pushes” the brake pedal. It is mounted to the brackets that fasten the drivers seat to the frame. Since the jeep has power brakes, you can imaging how hard the brake pedal must be pushed when the jeep isn’t running.

The system requires a small modification to your air brakes on the coach. There is a quick connect on the back of the coach and the same on the front of the toad.

When I press the brakes in the coach, the brakemaster places equal pressure on the jeep brakes. I’ve tested it with someone walking next to the toad and it seems to work just fine. Sounds simple enough but I would definitely recommend getting a competent RV tech to install this for you. Rumor has it, if you are entering Canada and you don’t have a braking system, they will not let you enter the country pulling a toad.

EXCLUSIVE Even Brake Features:

• Proportional braking applies the same braking pressure to your towed car as you apply to your motorhome brakes for consistent braking throughout the stop, with no “drop out” after a few seconds of continuous braking
  
• Constant braking information and system status keeps you in touch with towed car braking capability at all times for maximum towing safety
  
• Continuous self-diagnostic testing instantly recognizes problems and alerts you via the wireless dashtop monitor
  
• Three-tier monitor offers red-green-yellow LED display, LCD text message and audio alert to eliminate any guesswork about system status
  
• Automatic low battery protection cuts power to system except for panic stops
  
• Automatic brake protection signals extended towed car braking
  
• Touch pad control panel makes programming fast and easy
  
• Adjusts to your braking preferences on braking force and sensitivity; on-board memory remembers settings after you disconnect it
  
• Terrain-sensing logic prevents unwanted braking when you go over a pot hole,speed bump or rough road surfaces
  
• Emergency stop override applies maximum braking pressure in panic stops, regardless of brake settings
  
• 20% smaller than other systems, to fit more vehicles—including Jeep Liberty
• Transmitter is incorporated inside the unit
• Only 2 connections in the towed car: power cord and diagnostics feed

  When you apply your motorhome’s brakes, Even Brake’s microprocessor signals a magnetic valve to release a proportionate amount of air pressure against the towed car’s brake pedal, slowing the towed car at the same rate as the coach.

  Advantages of Even Brake’s Proportional Braking:

• Full emergency braking when you need it, no excessive brake wear during normal braking (unlike basic “on or off” systems)
  
• Stop completely in less time and shorter distance
• Reduced chance of critical brake failure, such as when descending steep mountain grades

  Why Use a Supplementary Towed Car Braking System?

• Required by law in most U.S. states and Canadian provinces (Even Brake meets all current U.S. and Canadian requirements)
  
• Prevents voiding motorhome chassis warranty by towing more than specified limits without supplementary brakes (Chevrolet: 1000 lbs. Ford: 1500 lbs.)
  
• Reduce wear on motorhome brakes, extending their life
  
• Reduce stress on tow bar, mounting brackets and towed car frame

  Even Brake comes complete with an emergency breakaway system that brings your towed car to a safe, controlled stop if it accidentally separates from the motorhome; an easy-to-read, wireless dashtop monitor with red/yellow/green LED braking condition indicator, LCD text message status explanation and audio emergency alert tone, and the compact, lightweight braking unit that fits easily into virtually any vehicle, including compact SUVs. Requires one-time installation and set-up, available at our SuperCenters nationwide.

Brakemaster for coaches with hydraulic brakes
Brakemaster applies proportional braking pressure on all 4 wheels of towed vehicle. Reduces stopping distance and wear on motorhome brakes. Increase control and safety. Helps prevent overheating on steep downgrades. Air cylinder attaches to towed vehicle’s brake pedal. Works with ABS. Includes Brakeaway Kit.Will your motorhome and towed vehicle stop safely in an emergency? The ability to stop quickly is essential for the safe operation of your motorhome and tow vehicle.

Brakemaster for coaches with air brakes
Brakemaster applies proportional braking pressure on all 4 wheels of towed vehicle. Reduces stopping distance and wear on motorhome brakes. Increase control and safety. Helps prevent overheating on steep downgrades. Air cylinder attaches to towed vehicle’s brake pedal. Works with ABS. Includes Brakeaway Kit. Will your motorhome and towed vehicle stop safely in an emergency? The ability to stop quickly is essential for the safe operation of your motorhome and tow vehicle.

AP PRODUCTS UNIFIED TOW BRAKES Unified tow brakes are advanced braking systems designed to use the power brakes of the towed vehicle They offer you the convenience of progressive braking — when the RV brakes are applied, a mirror effect occurs in the braking system of the towed vehicle A controller provided inside the cabin enables you to conveniently monitor and adjust the towed vehicle’s braking system to tackle different road conditions Unified tow brakes can bring both vehicles to a halt quicker than the motorhome by itself. They steer clear from the brake line system of both vehicles. A unique design of these brakes eliminates the hassle of re-installing and re-adjusting every time you attach or detach the towed vehicle. Kits include all fittings, hardware, wiring and installation instructions.

AP PRODUCTS UNIFIED TOW BRAKES