Do I Really Need A Brake Buddy
I tow a 2006 Honda Accord....been using a brake buddy but since it's not a heavy vehicle I don't want to use the brake buddy. Most of my travel is level with some slight hills. Used to do the 11,000...
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From the Ford 2018 Towing Guide:http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/
Then look specifically at F53 chassis info.
Brakes
Many states require a separate braking system on
trailers with a loaded weight of more than 1,500
pounds. For your safety, Ford Motor Company
recommends that a separate functional brake system
be used on any towed vehicle, including those dolly-towed
or towbar-towed.
Remember, the braking system of the
tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR, not GCWR
Example: 2018 F53
16,000 pound GVWR
23,000 pound GCWR
7,000 pound towable weight
Brakes designed for 16,000 pounds
Then look specifically at F53 chassis info.
Brakes
Many states require a separate braking system on
trailers with a loaded weight of more than 1,500
pounds. For your safety, Ford Motor Company
recommends that a separate functional brake system
be used on any towed vehicle, including those dolly-towed
or towbar-towed.
Remember, the braking system of the
tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR, not GCWR
Example: 2018 F53
16,000 pound GVWR
23,000 pound GCWR
7,000 pound towable weight
Brakes designed for 16,000 pounds
