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New!
Braking
Laws for the U.S. & Canada.
On the
road, stopping distance is a crucial
factor.
In an
emergency situation, this finite amount
of space can make all the difference
between a close call and a catastrophe.
When
towing a car behind your motor home, the
added weight of the extra vehicle
substantially increases the distance you
need to stop safely.
The
objective of assisted braking is to
compensate for the weight of the vehicle
in tow, improve control and safety, as
well as providing compliance with
highway regulations in many areas.
Tests*
performed on a flat stretch of dry
pavement have shown that an unhitched
motor home traveling at a speed of 50
mph needs an average of 132 feet of
braking distance to reach a complete
stop. Under the same speed and surface
conditions, but with the added weight of
a small car in tow, the stopping
distance of the motor home expands to an
average of 209 feet. A significant
distance! In an identical test performed
using the Roadmaster BrakeMaster™, the
coach and towed car averaged a stopping
distance of 137 feet. That's a mere 5
feet more than the unhitched stopping
average.
Required
supplemental braking for towed vehicles
is becoming a hot topic. In some
regions, such as most provinces in
Canada, heavy fines and citations may be
levied on those who are found not to be
in compliance.
Braking
assist devices range in design from
simple to complex mechanisms. Some
models are intended to operate
independent of the driver, automatically
activating the brakes of a car or
trailer in response to limited presets,
whereas other systems are directly
influenced by the actions of the driver.
One other key factor is the manner in
which the devices conform to the
vehicle(s). Some, like the Roadmaster
BrakeMaster™ are relatively easy to
install, while other designs require
tampering with the master cylinder, or
simply cannot be adapted to many makes
or models of cars.
* Test
Data: Motor home: 1996 34' Winnebago
Adventurer Ford Superduty chassis w/460
gas engine, GVWR= 17,000 lbs. 4 wheel
disc - hydraulic brakes Car: 1995
Oldsmobile Aurora GVWR= 4,690 lbs.
(Actual test weight: 4,110 lbs.) Braking
pressure: 80 lbs of force directed to
the brake pedal representing a
"hard stop."
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Breakaway
Kits |
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 Towed
Car Emergency
Braking System. Included
with BrakeMaster™ 9060 &
9160, the BrakeAway™ system
works in conjunction with your BrakeMaster™ to bring your towed
vehicle to a safe, controlled stop
should it ever separate form your
motor home. The BrakeAway™ is
available separately, but you must
have an existing BrakeMaster™
system to function.
T8600
Brakeaway™ Kit
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BrakeMaster™ 9000 and 9060 for Motor
homes with hydraulic brakes.
Why do I need the
Roadmaster BrakeMaster™
System?
SAFETY! Your stopping distance is greatly
increased by the added tonnage of a towed vehicle. The Roadmaster BrakeMaster™
significantly reduces this stopping distance; helping to prevent a costly
accident. When driving in heavy traffic, down steep grades or in panic
situations, the Roadmaster BrakeMaster™ will help you control your stop while
significantly reducing your stopping distance.
ITS THE
LAW! Nearly every state specifies
that you must have brakes on any trailer that exceeds a certain weight. This
varies by state but is usually between 1,000 and 3,000 lbs.
MOST COACH BRAKES ARE
ALREADY AT CAPACITY! Towing a few extra tons is a burden your motor
home brakes are not designed to handle. That's why almost all motor home
chassis manufacturers state that you will void their warranty if you tow
more than 1,500 lbs.
HELPS PREVENT BRAKE
WEAR AND BRAKE FAILURE! Driving down long, steep grades can cause
excessive heat that is aggravated by the weight of the towed vehicle. This
can result in severe brake wear, brake fade, or even brake failure. The
BrakeMaster™ helps prevent this dangerous possibility.
What makes the
Roadmaster BrakeMaster™ System
better?
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Unlike most other systems, the
Roadmaster BrakeMaster™
is a truly proportional braking system. As you brake harder, the towed
car brakes respond in direct proportion.
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The BrakeMaster™ brakes all four wheels
of the towed car.
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Works on vehicles with or without ABS
brakes.
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Easy hook-up in seconds.
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Meets braking requirements for U.S. &
Canada.
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Monitoring system indicates proper
performance& braking.
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Works with all Motor homes& cars (car
must have power brakes).
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Backed by Roadmaster™ - The leading
manufacturer of tow bars & towing systems.
Included with
ROADMASTER BRAKEMASTER™ T9060 & T9160,
the BRAKEAWAY™
system works in conjunction with your BRAKEMASTER™ to bring your towed
vehicle to a safe, controlled stop should it ever separate from your motor
home. The BRAKEAWAY™ is available separately, but you must have existing
BRAKEMASTER™ system to function.
*OPTIONAL SEAT ADAPTORS
The design of some vehicles can complicate the installation of the universal
mounting bracket under the seat of the car. Roadmaster offers seat adaptors
(at an additional cost) to simplify the installation for these vehicles.
Contact us to see if your vehicle needs a Seat Adaptor.
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No. |
Description |
WT
lbs. |
Retail |
Our
Price |
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T9060 |
BRAKEMASTER™
with BRAKEAWAY™ for Motor homes with hydraulic brakes.
Kit includes Air Cylinder, Air Compressor,
Regulator, air line & fittings, monitor light, and BRAKEAWAY™
System. |
40.0 |
$949.45 |
$801.45 |
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T8600 |
BRAKEAWAY™
Kit (comes w/#T9060 & T9160) |
4.0 |
$290.90 |
$240.90 |
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T9100 |
BRAKEMASTER™
for Motor homes with air or air over hydraulic brakes.
Kit includes Air Cylinder, Anchor Plate assembly, monitor
light, air line & fittings. |
10.0 |
$540.00 |
$440.00 |
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T98100 |
2nd Vehicle
Kit for BRAKEMASTER™
Needed to install your air cylinder on a 2nd towed vehicle. |
3.0 |
$128.25 |
$88.25 |
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T9160 |
BRAKEMASTER™
T9100 with BRAKEAWAY™
Kit includes Air Cylinder, Anchor Plate assembly,
air line & fittings, monitor light, and BRAKEAWAY™ System. |
12 |
$716.55 |
$616.55 |
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T88400 |
Brake Light
Relay Kit Prevents brake lights from overriding turn
signals on towed car. |
1.0 |
$36.20 |
$26.20 |
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Varies
-- *Seat Adaptor Bracket Click here
to see if an adaptor is available to simplify the installation of
BrakeMaster for your vehicle. Note: May
Be Required. |
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