Setting up a TOAD
I just purchased a 2013 Wrangler to tow behing a class A The local RV dealer quoted me $5,600 to install a base plate tow bar brake system etc . When I look ay the partes needed online it looks like...
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I installed a proportional braking system - purchased all parts and did the install myself.
That's base plate, tow bar, electronics, etc.
To do the work properly EVERYTHING must be secured and protected - as good as or better than factory wiring.
I estimated my labor would have been around $1000. for the install.
Parts were in addition.
I would not let some kid or shade tree mechanic do this work.
That said, I think your quoted price is too high. They must be tripling the price on parts and adding labor too it.
I would look for a parts and labor price of closer to $3,000+ Under $4K for sure.
That's base plate, tow bar, electronics, etc.
To do the work properly EVERYTHING must be secured and protected - as good as or better than factory wiring.
I estimated my labor would have been around $1000. for the install.
Parts were in addition.
I would not let some kid or shade tree mechanic do this work.
That said, I think your quoted price is too high. They must be tripling the price on parts and adding labor too it.
I would look for a parts and labor price of closer to $3,000+ Under $4K for sure.
