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AlpineOppa
02-24-2014, 03:19 AM
I just purchased a 2014 Alpine 3010RE (5th wheel) and my TV is a 2012 Dodge 3500 Longhorn, crew, 4x4. We just returned from a short trip and I noticed that each time I braked and then released the brake there was a short "tugging" sensation from the camper. I also noticed this on my Montana (traded it for the Alpine) the last time I took it out.
The trailer wheels are not locking up when I apply the brakes - they just seem to grab some - and then release when I let up on the brakes. I've adjusted the Dodge's integrated brake system, trying different settings - from 5 down to 2 - but the trailer brakes still grab.
As I was backing up and parking the Alpine yesterday, my wife, who was at the rear of the trailer guiding me in, told me she kept hearing a clicking noise from the trailer's wheels each time I tapped the brakes.
Since this issue has occurred on both the Montana and the Alpine I'm sure the problem is with my Dodge. I'm going to have my Dodge dealership check this out, but I'm wondering if anyone out there has experienced this issue and what may be the problem/cause/ and cure.
Thanks for reading this long post. Hope someone can help.

tileman
02-24-2014, 03:36 AM
Hi and :wlcm: to the site.

I have a 2010 3500 with the integrated braking system when we tow our fuzion toyhauler it works fine I set it to about 8 or so.

When we tow our little trailer it's a 16' with the motocross bikes in it I get the same as you I stop and then go to take off and get a small tug.

I have moved the integrated braking up and down no diff took the trailer in to have a look at the braking system all fine and working good they say.

So mine has been doing this for over 3 year's and its still towing the small trailer fine so I just let it go for now.

jonbiker
02-24-2014, 07:08 AM
I have this issue, I don't see it as a problem, but it only occurs at very slow speeds. I think it is the integrated brake taking its time in sending the message to the trailer brakes to let go. Maybe I just don't notice it at regular speeds.

AlpineOppa
02-24-2014, 12:18 PM
Thanks for ya'lls responses. This issue occurs for me only at slow speeds also- at full or nearly full stops, while backing, ect. I don't think it would bother me so much - but it only started doing this back in October. Never had done it before then.
Oh well, I took the Dodge in for servicing today and told them to check it out- still under warranty. Once I hear from the dealership, I'll make a final post.