Uploaded February 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
How I send 12V DC power to our TOAD and run DC refrigerator/freezer and Braking system while towing.
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*Equipment Mentioned in Video* (affiliate links)
Viair 400P-RV Air Compressor (amzn.to/2ZeNfql)
Roadmaster Tow Bar (amzn.to/2ZbPYB0)
Roadmaster Brake System (amzn.to/3dagxP0)
Rear View Mirror Front/Rear Dash Cam (amzn.to/2N4AegD)
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*More about this project*
Towing a car behind your RV will often require equipment to run from the car battery while towing. The battery in your towed vehicle could get low as a result requiring you to recharge it often. This has been the case with our Roadmaster Even Brake system in our 2004 Honda CRV. Every few hours I need to run the engine for a little while to recharge the battery. Installing a power line directly from the RV has now enabled me to run the braking system from the RV's battery system instead of the car battery. This has helped a lot.
We've also been using a portable DC freezer in the back of our towed vehicle that needs to stay on 24/7. I had been using a portable Jackery 1000 Power station to run the freezer, but that too needs to be recharged. This is no longer needed. I've installed a second 12V DC receptacle in the rear of the car to power the freezer 24/7 from the RV. Problem solved!
This video also addresses these topics: towing a car with a class c motorhome, keeping toad battery charged, towing car with motorhome, how to tow a car with rv, rv car towing equipment, hardwire viair in motorhome, roadmaster tow bar, roadmaster even brake, how do tow car brakes work, sharing, connecting trailer battery to tow vehicle, charge toad battery while towing, car battery dead after towing, power viair air compressor
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The opinions expressed in our videos are our own or from a contributor. Before taking on any project or making a large purchase, we recommend you do your own research and consult a professional for advice. We are NOT liable for any damage to your RV or injury incurred as a result of following our tips, advice or instructions. We are not RV professionals or certified technicians. We are simply RV owners who work on our own RVs and have a desire to share what we learn with others. Be responsible and know your limits.
*Affiliate Disclosure*
This video may include links to merchants with affiliate programs who pay us a commission on purchases made or actions taken after clicking the link. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
How I send 12V DC power to our TOAD and run DC refrigerator/freezer and Braking system while towing.
*Website* : rvwithtito.com
*Patreon* : patreon.com/rvwithtito
*Discounts on Popular RV Gear* : rvwithtito.com/discounts
*Gear, project parts and tools* : rvwithtito.com/gear
*Equipment Mentioned in Video* (affiliate links)
Viair 400P-RV Air Compressor (amzn.to/2ZeNfql)
Roadmaster Tow Bar (amzn.to/2ZbPYB0)
Roadmaster Brake System (amzn.to/3dagxP0)
Rear View Mirror Front/Rear Dash Cam (amzn.to/2N4AegD)
*Related Videos*
Installing Lithium Batteries in our Class C RV (youtu.be/QhQBEYRG9LY)
Installing Air Lift Air Bags and Wireless Compressor (youtu.be/xESVvzfW-uI)
*More about this project*
Towing a car behind your RV will often require equipment to run from the car battery while towing. The battery in your towed vehicle could get low as a result requiring you to recharge it often. This has been the case with our Roadmaster Even Brake system in our 2004 Honda CRV. Every few hours I need to run the engine for a little while to recharge the battery. Installing a power line directly from the RV has now enabled me to run the braking system from the RV's battery system instead of the car battery. This has helped a lot.
We've also been using a portable DC freezer in the back of our towed vehicle that needs to stay on 24/7. I had been using a portable Jackery 1000 Power station to run the freezer, but that too needs to be recharged. This is no longer needed. I've installed a second 12V DC receptacle in the rear of the car to power the freezer 24/7 from the RV. Problem solved!
This video also addresses these topics: towing a car with a class c motorhome, keeping toad battery charged, towing car with motorhome, how to tow a car with rv, rv car towing equipment, hardwire viair in motorhome, roadmaster tow bar, roadmaster even brake, how do tow car brakes work, sharing, connecting trailer battery to tow vehicle, charge toad battery while towing, car battery dead after towing, power viair air compressor
#rvwithtito #rvtips
*Disclaimer*
The opinions expressed in our videos are our own or from a contributor. Before taking on any project or making a large purchase, we recommend you do your own research and consult a professional for advice. We are NOT liable for any damage to your RV or injury incurred as a result of following our tips, advice or instructions. We are not RV professionals or certified technicians. We are simply RV owners who work on our own RVs and have a desire to share what we learn with others. Be responsible and know your limits.
*Affiliate Disclosure*
This video may include links to merchants with affiliate programs who pay us a commission on purchases made or actions taken after clicking the link. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
