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Flanz
Explorer
Jan 21, 2016

M&G Tow Brake Installation

Has anyone had this installed on their coach and tow vehicle? Can someone please provide a cost for install?

I know that every install is different, but I'm trying to get a rough understanding of cost. Especially for the tow vehicle install since this will most likely be the most time consuming.

For me, I'm looking at installation on a 2005 Toyota Tacoma and a Spartan chassis. So, this is a Diesel air brake installation.

TIA,

-paul
Class A

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    Flanz
    Explorer
    Jan 21, 2016
    BigSkyBob wrote:
    If you are at all proficient with tools it's an easy DIY. I installed my M&G system on the coach and two different pickups with no problem.Being in my 70's didn't deter me one bit so I say go for it, you will save some money. But I have no clue how much a tech would charge for the install. I had about 2 hours in it doing it myself.


    Well, I don't have the place to do an install which is keeping me from doing it. Don't have a problem paying someone, but was quoted over $600 to have it installed.....No Thanks!

    Thanks....
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    Flanz
    Explorer
    Jan 21, 2016
    bluwtr49 wrote:
    I did the coach air install but farmed out the installation in the master cylinder. I probably could have done it myself but i didn't have the correct wrench for the brake line nuts...cost me about $75.00 or so and that was OK.

    FYI, the system works really well and I'm totally satisfied.


    I too could do it myself, but campgrounds really don't allow it. I was quoted over $600 to do the install and backed away for it. I'd love to find someone for $75, heck I'd pay $100 and a few beers.

    Did you get a regular mechanic to do it or did you go to an RV place?

    Thanks
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    bluwtr49
    Explorer II
    Jan 21, 2016
    I did the coach air install but farmed out the installation in the master cylinder. I probably could have done it myself but i didn't have the correct wrench for the brake line nuts...cost me about $75.00 or so and that was OK.

    FYI, the system works really well and I'm totally satisfied.
  • BigSkyBob's avatar
    BigSkyBob
    Explorer
    Jan 21, 2016
    If you are at all proficient with tools it's an easy DIY. I installed my M&G system on the coach and two different pickups with no problem.Being in my 70's didn't deter me one bit so I say go for it, you will save some money. But I have no clue how much a tech would charge for the install. I had about 2 hours in it doing it myself.

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