NSA Ready Brake (ReadyBrute Elite RV Tow Bar)

We've been using our NSA ReadyBrute Elite tow bar/brake system since 2008 with two different toads. The brake system is very effective, and has no problem applying the toad brakes as needed. If it'll make you feel better, NSA sells an accessory vacuum pump that will provide a live brake system, but I doubt that you will notice any difference. A quick test to see if it will help is to run a predetermined route with a number of stops, noting the "feel" of the braking, and then rerun the same route with the toad engine running to see if you notice any significant difference. If the braking action drastically improves, buy and install the add-on pump.