Our summer trip with new Maverick Toad

[Penndavis]

Palms. - your fascia install looks great! Did you end up using the guys in FLL.?

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[PapaRed]

Well, I'm using a Blue OX base plate (already using Blue OX tow bar and didn't want to purchase adapters for an other brand of base plate) and M&G brake system that uses diesel engine motorhome pressure to apply toad brakes. The toad brake/turn signal lights are powered by the motorhome. The only electrical connection used is for the break-away system. The connection does NOT consume any toad electrical energy unless the break-away is activated.
I have towed the Maverick for two short (45 miles) trips successfully, and plan to depart on a 4,400 mile trip tomorrow.
Any negative issues I encounter will be reported here. Being an optimist, I do not expect any.

 

[Palms]

Palms. - your fascia install looks great! Did you end up using the guys in FLL.?

I sure did. Highly recommended. Serious people, very happy with their after sales support as well.

 

[Palms]

Well, I'm using a Blue OX base plate (already using Blue OX tow bar and didn't want to purchase adapters for an other brand of base plate) and M&G brake system that uses diesel engine motorhome pressure to apply toad brakes. The toad brake/turn signal lights are powered by the motorhome. The only electrical connection used is for the break-away system. The connection does NOT consume any toad electrical energy unless the break-away is activated.
I have towed the Maverick for two short (45 miles) trips successfully, and plan to depart on a 4,400 mile trip tomorrow.
Any negative issues I encounter will be reported here. Being an optimist, I do not expect any.

Do you have a trickle charger installed to keep the battery up while towing?

 

[Penndavis]

We’re currently 1800 miles into our planned 5,000 mile trip. Also, hoping for the best!

 

[PapaRed]

Do you have a trickle charger installed to keep the battery up while towing?

No trickle charger in the Maverick. Auxiliary brake system is operated by air pressure from motorhome brake system. Lights are powered through a 6-pin connector from the motorhome. There is no electrical draw from the battery associated with the tow system.

 

[Palms]

No trickle charger in the Maverick. Auxiliary brake system is operated by air pressure from motorhome brake system. Lights are powered through a 6-pin connector from the motorhome. There is no electrical draw from the battery associated with the tow system.

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