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Jul 26, 2007 | 09:52 AM

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bajasst

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Originally Posted by phredE

Question for "glsurratt", I am looking for disk brakes for my 5er but am concerned about operation with the Tow Command. Are your brakes electric over hydraulic on your 19k trailer? I just ordered an '08 SD with the Tow Command. There is a note in the ordering info that states the controller will only work with electric brakes (magnet and shoe type).

Where was this note at. I haven't been able to find anywhere that this is stated?

Jul 26, 2007 | 12:28 PM

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blackhat620

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Originally Posted by bajasst

Where was this note at. I haven't been able to find anywhere that this is stated?

It is stated in the Options List on the "Order Guide" for one, and this has been the case with the integrated brake controller since it was first introduced in 2005. There are supposed to be a couple of companies that make adapters to allow some electric over hydraulic brake systems to work with the FMC integrated brake controller. I have never used the adapters so i cannot tell you what the limitations are.

Jul 26, 2007 | 12:41 PM

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bajasst

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I bought mine off the lot. Never seen anything on Fords website. I talked with Carlisle the adapter they had for 05-07 doesn't work on 08's.

Jul 26, 2007 | 01:37 PM

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firehawk198

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The combination of tow command and tow mode working together in a panic stop is incredible. Driving back through the Poconos coming down a long steep hill a car spun out and everyone got on the brakes. The only difference I had a total of over 25,000# to slow down. It amazed me. No pushing or brake lock up, just smooth stopping power. Glad I did not have my older 99, would have ran into someone. Under all stopping conditions it has worked very well. Would not order a truck without it.

Oct 22, 2007 | 12:19 AM

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DonJames

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I added mine. I have not come across any trailers that would use a TBC. All the trailers I have hauled (a Tahoe boat and several U-Haul trailers) had surge brakes.

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