Towing laws

Thanks for the advice everyone.

It takes as long to put in my brake buddy as it does to hook up the car/jeep. And once the brake buddy is installed it takes an equal amount of time to remove it for a quick disconnect and Sonic run. It is for these reasons that I normally do not use the AUX braking.

Note: I am fully aware of the risks and the increased braking distances. It is not the increased braking distance that worries me but not having a breakaway does. There are so many cables and I can see the TOAD in my camera that it hasn't been an issue to me. When I tow in my state with the mountains, I use it as it does NOT help much when moving but if I needed to stop going down one of those passes I will need all the help I can get. Through Texas.....eh, not so much.

Bill

Absolutely right, Tyler! When I need to stop, I want to be able to stop. 2,500 to 3,000 pounds not helping you stop makes you not stop...when you need to stop.

Bird man wrote:
Hi I am new to to the RV forum.
I have a 29' class C 4x4 that I want to add a support vehicle to.
I was told you had to have a breaking system in alomost all states?
If the vehicle is under 3000lbs do your u still need the breaking system?
Thanks for your help!
The Bird Man

It depends on the laws in the state where you are currently driving.
Such laws are NOT reciprocal. It does not matter what the laws are in your home state.
Several years ago, I did a lot of research on the laws pertaining to towed motor vehicles. I found one state that may have laws pertaining to brakes for such (North Carolina). Nearly all states have laws pertaining to TRAILER brakes, but when you look at the legal definition of "trailer", quite often the definition does not include towed passenger motor vehicles. A car dolly also is not considered a trailer (it does not require a title or registration in many states).
Now, having said all that, is a braking system on a towed motor vehicle a "good idea"? Certainly!
Have I ever towed without such a braking system? Yes, several thousand miles, with no problems, towing a PT cruiser on a dolly, several different Jeeps 4 down, and a Dodge 1500 club cab short box 4X4 pickup 4 down. I have also towed trailers with vehicles on them. That is a whole different thing, trailer braking laws definitely apply.
The only braking system I would buy is the Ready Brute or Ready Brake system. No, I do not have any interest in the company or a dealer.

Moved to Dinghy Towing forum from Towing.

I need to add that I do have an auxiliary braking system. Is it required? No. Does it help braking? Yes.

If it's 3000 lbs you would probably want BRAKES so you don't BREAK somthing

Most chassis are limited to towing 2000# without trailer brakes. Check the chassis OM. So, it's not necessarily the towing laws but the coaches physical ability to stop the additional trailer weight that matters. Chances are you'll need a supplemental brake system anyway...

Most states do not require an auxiliary braking system.
A towed motor vehicle is NOT a trailer as many try to say.
Check with your local motor vehicle agency.