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Country Coach Restoration, Repair & Parts Forums => Country Coach Archive => Topic started by: Tbeer45 on December 20, 2005, 01:13:25 pm

Title: M&G Braking system and HELP PLZ!!!
Post by: Tbeer45 on December 20, 2005, 01:13:25 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 20132 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/20132)
I have read on this site, and others, that the M&G system is one of the best. I have an appointment to have one installed on a Honda Pilot however, I asked for a quote on the price and it seems they want as much to install the system as the system componets cost. I don't mind paying a high shop rate but $156.oo per hr. [$800.00]is just stupid and out of sight.

I know that there must be other systems out there that will rival the M&G system and not be so invasive to the auto. What are they?
I have a BrakeBuddy now and it is OK for what it is but, I would like to fuss less and brake better. Any Ideas?

Thanks to All and to All a Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year.

Larry

'99 Affinity 5714
Title: Re: M&G Braking system and HELP PLZ!!!
Post by: Lyle Wetherholt on December 20, 2005, 01:36:36 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 20133 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/20133)
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Larry,

Let me see if I can help. You did not state who was going to do your install so I won't be able to comment on that. It would also help to know if you are anywhere near Athens, TX. But, the Honda Pilot is difficult to install the necessary components. Their is a somewhat large cylinder that is installed between the vacuum boost and the master cylinder. It is about 3 1/2 inches long and about 5 or 6 inches in diameter. The Honda Pilot does not have enough room for this without moving things around. Thus the charge you quoted might be justified. The boys at the factory in Athens could give you a better feel as they do the install themselves on many vehicles. If you end up with the M&G you will like it. No hassle, just hook up an air line and a emergency lanyard if you also purchase the breakaway system. BTW, whoever does your install will have to have your coach also to put a tee in your air brake lines. Hope this helps. If you need more info e-mail me and I will give you my phone number.

Lyle Wetherholt
04 Intrigue, 11740

towing 04 chevy trailblazer w/M&G system
Title: Re: M&G Braking system and HELP PLZ!!!
Post by: Candace And Dale Hollick on December 20, 2005, 01:43:30 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 20134 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/20134)
Hi Larry, Where is the world are you that the shop rates are that high?? CC shop rates are under $100 and even in California shop rates are around $90 to $100 and hour.
As far as the M&G is concerned, I had mine installed on my 05 Odyssey by Hitch Pro and Tow in Eugene, Oregon. The cost was $900 for the system on the car and the coach and the break-away way $350.00. It is by far the best system I have used, easy, and I feel very dependable. I saw too many peoples brakes burn up (literally) and the car actually catch on fire with the Brake Buddy type system. I had the Blue Ox one like the Brake Buddy and I sent it back for a refund after I saw the potential fire hazard.
So if you can get it installed for $800, that is $100 dollars less than I paid for mine! Merry Christmas to you and yours, Dale Hollick 05 Affinity 6370
Title: Re: M&G Braking system and HELP PLZ!!!
Post by: Walt Rothermel_01 on December 20, 2005, 03:40:45 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 20136 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/20136)
Larry, if I understand you properly, you are saying the $ 800 is in ADDITION to the cost of the system, which is rediculous. If I remember correctly, I paid M & G $ 850 INSTALLED. I gather you are dealing with somone other than M & G. You might want to check with M & G in Athens, Tx and see wha their current price is and when they intend to have someone at a rally to install their systems, or go by the factory. Athens isn't too far off the beaten path.
This is the only brake system I've had on my rig, but I haven't come across anything as good.

Walt Rothermel
03Allure30811
Title: Re: M&G Braking system and HELP PLZ!!!
Post by: Don S. on December 20, 2005, 10:11:55 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 20137 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/20137)
$156/hr, that is leaglized robbery! I had our M&G installed by STC Performance in Santa Fe Springs, CA. Their phone is 562.944.3694

They also have a place in Yuma, AZ this time of year and their phone there is 928.329.7681

I looked at the brake systems available and determined that the M&G was the best engineered out there. It is also has the least moving parts. I have been towing with one for over 70,000 miles with no problems whatsoever.
Don

'02 Intrigue #11427

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> I have read on this site, and others, that the M&G system is one of > the best. I have an appointment to have one installed on a Honda

Pilot

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however, I asked for a quote on the price and it seems they want as > much to install the system as the system componets cost. I don't

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paying a high shop rate but $156.oo per hr. [$800.00]is just stupid > and out of sight.

I know that there must be other systems out there that will rival

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M&G system and not be so invasive to the auto. What are they? >

I have a BrakeBuddy now and it is OK for what it is but, I would

like
Title: Re: M&G Braking system and HELP PLZ!!!
Post by: James Turner on December 21, 2005, 09:59:46 am
Yahoo Message Number: 20143 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/20143)
Larry,

Where are you staying. Here in Yuma AZ the install labor is abouy $450.00. I'm a M&G dealer and own a CC also. I just do this part time as I sell Presure Pro, Brake Buddy, Blue Ox, Roadmaster and other RV safety items. Brake Buddy is about as good as any for a set in type unit. M&G will cost you about $1100.00 installed. Give me a call if you are around Yuma this winter and I could be of any help with advice. 541-915-4951
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