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Most Kia-made vehicles do need a charger, but Souls prior to 2020 do not. Hope that helps!

That's a bit surprising - usually, a dashboard would be the place where we'd see some of the highest levels of interference. However, if that spot works well, then definitely continue to use it there!

Unfortunately that is a hard-coded piece of the Android operating system that can pop in and out at times. We have tried to mitigate it, but you're right - it can definitely get annoying. One thing you can try is to factory restore the tablet. It doesn't guarantee Airplane Mode will go away forever but it does seem to help reduce the frequency of it. The downside is that you wind up having to repair to the rest of your system again, which is a process. If you wind up wanting to go that route, we have a video showing how to go through the restore process here: ua-cam.com/video/9VU6X_03wZk/v-deo.html

Thanks, Norm!! Always great hearing from you, friend!

Hey Jeb! The beauty of these is that they're just opinions - if you've got other options you love, feel free to let people know here so they can benefit from your knowledge. Have a great week!

We've been impressed with their quality as well. It's definitely no wonder so many of the pros and techs we speak with hold them in high regard.

That's 100% correct and a great point - those numbers are absolute hard stops when it comes to weight. Most folks want to stay well beneath that. Thanks for pointing that out!

Thanks, Fred! The RVibrake3 is still our most popular unit, since it's been out since around 2011-2012. The Shadow, on the other hand, didn't get a wide release until 2021. In the RV industry, it can take awhile to make inroads, especially on the dealer side of things where certain dealerships and shops already have an installed unit of choice. However, as the Shadow has gained visibility within the industry, those numbers have definitely shifted in its favor.

@@RVi Thanks for the informative reply.....

We appreciate that, Jeff!

Thanks!!

Hi there! While removing the sensors can help prolong life by a few months typically, it's not going to completely eliminate drain just due to the static discharge that's present (which is true of any battery). That being said, please reach out to our Customer Service team - we'd love to help further with this! (Our team can be reached at 800-815-2159 or by emailing contact@rvibrake.com)

Hi there! The hub cannot be used for that purpose because it is not an internet device.

Hi there! Unfortunately, if products are old enough then they won't be QuickPair compatible. If that's the case, you'll want to email our Customer Service Champions at contact@rvibrake.com with your serial numbers. They'll be able to send you replacement codes.

That is true; towing vehicles like the Transit and Sprinter are going to vastly limit your options. In fact, most Class B's. are going to be extremely limited. However, most Class C and Class A motorhomes are going to be far less limited and can safely tow most vehicles on the market, which is the context we're using in this particular video. But it's certainly a valid point to consider!

Thanks, Norm!

Hi there! There will be rare instances where the provided screws may not quite reach metal. In those cases, you'll just want to run to a local hardware store and grab a couple of longer self-tapping screws. Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Service Champions if you have more questions!

It's something we've been developing for a couple of years now, so we're very excited to get it out there!

Hi there! We didn't remove any skid plates from under the vehicle - however, we did dispose of the plastic brush guard at the front of the vehicle.

Thank you so much for taking the time to respond to me and clarify. I really appreciate it.@@RVi

Hi there! Our charger can keep up with a max of 10A - which is more than enough for almost every towed vehicle. Unfortunately, the Equinox is typically pulling about 15-18 while in its flat tow mode (and that's with pulling fuses). Because of that, you'll generally see the Equinox die in less than 5 hours. We've seen it happen as quick as 2 hours. It does vary a bit. Unfortunately, it's tough for us to redesign an entire product to accommodate a single vehicle, when that same product works across any other scenario. As such, we do have a higher amperage charger that we recommend to customers. It's not made by us and we're not associated with the company in any way, but it is one that a lot of customers have had success with. You can find that charger here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0851TPKV7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 If you do go with the charger listed above, we would recommend just using that one charger as opposed to trying to wire it in with your existing charger. Hope that helps!

@@RVi If I still want to use your Charger, will it work? Will it still charge, but not top off the battery... according to what you say? Will the Charger burn-out? In many forums and FB groups for the Chevy Equinox, people have said they suffer no dead batteries while towing the car behind their RVs... so how do they do it then... without using the DC-to-DC Charger link you posted... and just using a basic battery charging kit?

Hi! No, our charger will not work on the Equinox. It may not necessarily cause a problem - but it wouldn't actually charge the battery in most cases. We say most because the Equinox drain can range fairly drastically when towing. As stated in our previous comment, it's typical to see 15-18A of drain, but that really can range anywhere from 10ish to 20A. If you're down around that 10A range, then our charger would keep up - but if the drain goes up for any real length of time, your battery is going to start dying. In most cases, with an Equinox, folks are using some kind of charge line/charger than has the ability to charge at over a 10A rate, or they're getting really, really lucky using something that doesn't pull as much. Luck is obviously not a sustainable way to travel, and it's also why we can't support the charger on that vehicle. So, as a rule, no - our charger will not work with that specific vehicle.

We would honestly love to make that happen because we realize it can be a point of pain! Unfortunately, because it's hard-coded into the Android OS, it's impossible to fully remove. However, we are exploring a number of ways to "trick" the tablet OS so that airplane mode is never engaged. In the meantime, we have added a "No WiFi" warning to software version 1.7.7 to alert you anytime the tablet does set itself into that mode.

@@RVi Thanks, I have the latest v 1.7.7 downloaded, just trying to keep the small airplane visible on the tablet for over a millisecond so it can be turned offed is my point of pain :)

Totally understand that - believe us, it's something we're working on!

Glad to hear our team was able to help! That default position does work for about 99% of cars, but there are a few exceptions where it needs to be moved. Let us know if you ever have any other questions going forward!

Love hearing it! Both the RVibrake3 and Shadow are great upgrade options when that time comes!

Hi there! This is admittedly a much older video, and the lav mic audio was accidentally exported in mono on just the left side, instead of in stereo like all of our current videos. If you try listening on headphones, you should be able to hear Chris talking a bit better. Hope that helps!

The 2.3L Bronco is a great choice as well. The 2.7L Bronco is a bit tougher/more complicated to get working with a braking system, but it can be done. Thanks for watching!

While we're big Gladiator fans, the Grand Cherokee is also a great car! It's honestly hard to go wrong with any Jeep. The Wrangler, for example, has been a flat towing staple for many, many years.

Hi Steve, whenever a vehicle is in its flat towing mode, certain computer systems and components under the hood remain 'on'. This is what creates the varying levels of battery drain.

Hi Dave - I'm glad to hear that's been your experience for sure! Unfortunately, for a lot of our customers, the Equinox is a constant source of frustration while towing, and, on the whole, we definitely encourage folks to look elsewhere. However, whenever there are exceptions to the rule, that's always nice! We appreciate you being a customer!

Hi there! Both systems will actually work great with active brakes! There's not really one that's better than the other, at least in that respect. However, for a detailed breakdown on which brake might be right for you, we'd encourage checking out this video: ua-cam.com/video/682iQRrZPao/v-deo.html

Hi there! The charge is actually coming from the motorhome - the Towed Battery Charger Plus doesn't supplement or produce any kind of charge on its own. Instead, it's acting like a "smart gateway" for the power coming through your 6 or 7 pin connector.

@@RVi thanks

Absolutely!

Hi there! There are lots of solutions as far as lighting kits. Some are wired, some are wireless. For a more detailed explanation, check out our Flat Towing Guide video on Lighting Kits here: ua-cam.com/video/KyEwzQvuzqk/v-deo.htmlsi=Cf9I7v-71P1DuNAN

Hi Bruce! Was this while the sensor was on that you lost pressure? If so, definitely reach out to our Customer Service Champions so we can help pinpoint the source of that issue for you. You can reach them via phone at (800) 815-2159 or via email at contact@rvibrake.com

Hi Scott - we're so glad it was helpful! Just as a heads up, we do have a separate video showing breakaway installation steps here: ua-cam.com/video/AikiItAaBxc/v-deo.html

Hi there! A flashing red on the battery side indicates that the towed vehicle battery is low.

Hi Gary! We would always recommend purchasing a Command Center if you don't have one - it's going to make your life much, much simpler. However, we do have a video on this channel showing how to manually pair to your BWA here: ua-cam.com/video/R-3sJFgm910/v-deo.html

Hi there! That's definitely out of the ordinary - we'd encourage you to reach out to our Customer Service Champions with any specific issues you're seeing at (800) 815-2159 or by emailing them at contact@rvibrake.com

Oh i have several times. @@RVi

Was contacted again after leaving this comment, and told I needed to buy a new one.. hahaha, really?

Hi Bob, looks like what you're experiencing is actually a cable issue. Our customer service team should be reaching out shortly to get you some new ones!

Thanks, but I don't have the tablet anymore, this happened over a year ago while traveling. I have been sent cables in the past and charging doesn't seem to be an issue. I'm convinced that the tablets can't take the rough ride of our coach. But thanks for the response, I'll continue to use the brake without a tablet,, just one less thing to bounce off our dashboard, lol.

Our units under the hood are not fully waterproof, but they are weatherproof - so any normal conditions (rain, snow, etc.) shouldn't affect them. However, they will not survive full submersion.

Absolutely!

Thanks, Norm!