Supplemental Brakes Confession Time
Hello. Long time member and have been driving my American Coach Revolution 42T for over 2 years now and LOVE it. I just upgraded my 2007 Ford Escape (towed it with a two wheel tow dolly) to a ...
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In a word, 'YES' You do need a supplemental braking system in your toad. Why? Really very simple, IF the connection of car to RV were to fail, you will have created a 4,000 pound unguided missile. Sure your 15,000 pound tow capacity and 40,000 pound RV will stop just fine, but it will actually stop better with a brake. Also if you are braking on a corner there is a chance that the Toad will push the tail end of your rig out. Been there with a very light trailer behind a car. Oh, and generally speaking it is a against the law and your insurance company might also frown upon the practice. Hate to have an accident and have your Ins CO walk.
