This video shows the original model of the Ready Brute Towbar. The original model was without a doubt the best towbar produced. Now they have redesigned it. My original model Ready Brute towbar wore out after 150,000 miles and the company rebuilt it to the newest model. Fair enough. I made one trip with the new model (June 2024) took it off the motor home and it is now in the scrap iron pile. I purchased a new Blue Ox which is better than the new Ready Brute model but not near as good as the original model. If they still made the original model, I would buy one in a heartbeat. See my video "Ready Brute Towbar Review"
@@diymitchvlogs Keep going and have tons of fun and memories. As I said I am using a Blue OX and I think it is about as good as there is today. However, you have the best Tow Bar ever built. I am 82 so I doubt that I will wear this one out.
@@diymitchvlogs I'll bet he does his exercises every day, that is the first thing I do each morning. We have to keep moving or we will be looking at premature prolonged death.
I have this exact setup including the Mopar wire harness. On my first trip towing the Jeep i noticed an electrical burn smell when we got to our destination and started driving the jeep. Is there a chance that the electrical system is overloaded because of the wire harness from the MH applying power to brake lights, and the towbar engaging the brake pedal inside the jeep? I notice the smell when we are driving the jeep and the brakes are applied.
The wire harness was installed by the dealership when we purchased the jeep. This is really throwing me for a loop. My only thought was that the MH was applying power to brake lights and the Jeep itself was applying power to the brake lights while braking, causing an overload, but like you said a fuse would have blown. Or at least it should have. It is really weird cause everything is working normal.
@@NoCoRideshare did you ever determine what the problem was? Did you install the optional led on the dash and have it wired into the brake switch inside the car?
@@Travelingman724 Whoops. Edited my comment. I meant to say short answer “Yes”! Lol sorry about that. Yes it works, like you read in the FAQ. You can buy a pump if you want though. To do sell one. They mention it in the FAQ as well.
@@diymitchvlogs Power brakes require power. Most all “ready brakes” or installed permanent brake modules use the vacuum system tied to the brakes on a car. It’s a reasonable and common question. I’m not sure why you’re being rude.
Does it still operate properly while using the exhaust brake? My concern is that as my trans downshifts while using the exhaust brake the tow vehicle will be forced too fast to apply the brakes......
In the video, if the tow bar or surge brake detaches from the RV, it will drop to the ground, likely destroying itself and possibly damaging the toad. Why tempt fate? Is there an advantage to NOT crossing the cables?
Here’s how I understand it works: as the motorhome slows down, the tow car tries to continue its ride hence pushing the bars towards the RV. The internal mechanism in the bars make the lever move creating a pendulum effect. Since the lever is connected to the wire in one end and to the brake pedal on the other, the pedal will be pressed braking the tow car accordingly. Very clever way to do it and it prevents you from having to buy the additional brake system that Blue Ox would offer. I am getting this one better in a few weeks !!
A Surge break system will work proportionally to the breaking applied by the tow vehicle. I'm not the expert on this as I did not design it. :) I can just tell you my personal experience using these products. The Ready Brute Elite is no different than a boat trailer with a similar setup. I've never heard of anyone complaining about their boat trailer brakes or toad vehicle brakes while using a Ready brute Elite being applied the entire time while traveling down a hill or mountain.
This video shows the original model of the Ready Brute Towbar. The original model was without a doubt the best towbar produced. Now they have redesigned it. My original model Ready Brute towbar wore out after 150,000 miles and the company rebuilt it to the newest model. Fair enough. I made one trip with the new model (June 2024) took it off the motor home and it is now in the scrap iron pile. I purchased a new Blue Ox which is better than the new Ready Brute model but not near as good as the original model. If they still made the original model, I would buy one in a heartbeat. See my video "Ready Brute Towbar Review"
@@lloydkurtz5873 I’m still using it. But no way as many miles as yours!
@@diymitchvlogs Keep going and have tons of fun and memories. As I said I am using a Blue OX and I think it is about as good as there is today. However, you have the best Tow Bar ever built. I am 82 so I doubt that I will wear this one out.
@@lloydkurtz5873 My dad is 88 and gets around like a teenager!. 🤠
@@diymitchvlogs I'll bet he does his exercises every day, that is the first thing I do each morning. We have to keep moving or we will be looking at premature prolonged death.
@@diymitchvlogs By the way I love the color of your Jeep.
What base plate are you using to connect to the Jeep? I have the same tow bar. Just purchased the jeep
Thanks for the video, I like to see how things work. We are ordering a tow bar soon.
you are supposed to cross your cables in case of hitch failure
Awesome video. I put on baseplate couple weeks ago, got the wiring done, brake pedal cable installed and should be ready to go.
Great video I've been using the same system for 3 years works great. I believe the safety cables are supposed to be crossed though?
Great Video, I am sold. Going to order one asap and then sell my dolly. Thx!
Great Video Ray - where did you get the brackets that attach to the jeep?
I have this exact setup including the Mopar wire harness. On my first trip towing the Jeep i noticed an electrical burn smell when we got to our destination and started driving the jeep. Is there a chance that the electrical system is overloaded because of the wire harness from the MH applying power to brake lights, and the towbar engaging the brake pedal inside the jeep? I notice the smell when we are driving the jeep and the brakes are applied.
The wire harness was installed by the dealership when we purchased the jeep. This is really throwing me for a loop. My only thought was that the MH was applying power to brake lights and the Jeep itself was applying power to the brake lights while braking, causing an overload, but like you said a fuse would have blown. Or at least it should have. It is really weird cause everything is working normal.
@@NoCoRideshare did you ever determine what the problem was? Did you install the optional led on the dash and have it wired into the brake switch inside the car?
Where’s your trail/brake light wire?
I’m learning about this braking system now. My question is does this work without engine running, without power to brake system?
Short answer: Yes. But, go to the NSA ready brake page and check FAQ. It’s #1 on the list. They address your very question. I had the same one.
@@DorothyFShaw they say it does it does work without power to the braking system
@@diymitchvlogs are you only able to reply to questions with smart ass comments, or can you provide useful information?
@@Travelingman724 Whoops. Edited my comment. I meant to say short answer “Yes”! Lol sorry about that. Yes it works, like you read in the FAQ. You can buy a pump if you want though. To do sell one. They mention it in the FAQ as well.
@@diymitchvlogs Power brakes require power. Most all “ready brakes” or installed permanent brake modules use the vacuum system tied to the brakes on a car. It’s a reasonable and common question. I’m not sure why you’re being rude.
Does it still operate properly while using the exhaust brake? My concern is that as my trans downshifts while using the exhaust brake the tow vehicle will be forced too fast to apply the brakes......
Yes, it should. It is activated by the slowing of the motorhome....not the motorhome brakes.
@@tejotamclane exactly, if the tow vehicle pushes the towing vehicle the brake will be applied.
How do you like the Palazzo, any issues??? thanks
Aren't you supposed to cross the safety cables?
In the video, if the tow bar or surge brake detaches from the RV, it will drop to the ground, likely destroying itself and possibly damaging the toad. Why tempt fate? Is there an advantage to NOT crossing the cables?
Do you have any videos showing grass growing? Or paint drying?
What were you looking for? This is exactly what i was looking for.
How does surge brakes work for flat towing?
Does that cable pull the brake pedal of the Jeep?
Here’s how I understand it works: as the motorhome slows down, the tow car tries to continue its ride hence pushing the bars towards the RV. The internal mechanism in the bars make the lever move creating a pendulum effect. Since the lever is connected to the wire in one end and to the brake pedal on the other, the pedal will be pressed braking the tow car accordingly. Very clever way to do it and it prevents you from having to buy the additional brake system that Blue Ox would offer. I am getting this one better in a few weeks !!
How does this work going down a steep grade? Wont the brakes be constantly applied on the tow vehicle?
A Surge break system will work proportionally to the breaking applied by the tow vehicle. I'm not the expert on this as I did not design it. :) I can just tell you my personal experience using these products. The Ready Brute Elite is no different than a boat trailer with a similar setup. I've never heard of anyone complaining about their boat trailer brakes or toad vehicle brakes while using a Ready brute Elite being applied the entire time while traveling down a hill or mountain.