Air Brake Plunger Protector for Motorhome

[Neal]

If you're afraid of your air brake getting hit by accident while parked as on the Newmar Ventana it's on the right side of the steering column and if you're messing around with something at the windshield or overhead area or you have a dog or child, well, you get the point. I bought a AB100 for mine, it has a lock which I don't use, I just install this at every CG to protect the air brake from getting pushed in.

Absolute Brake Product Detail Page - Lockout/Tagout

 

[Neal]

For those with 3D printers you can design your own or print @Chuggs design which works well.

Meritor WABCO Parking Brake Safety Lock by chuggs

This device is used to lockout the Parking Brake switch on certain Air Brake equipped Motor Coaches. The locking device houses the brake switch and guards it in the Parked position...a long shank padlock shackle serves to secure the locking device in place. It is mainly used to prevent over...

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[Stuart W]

Thanks Neil, I see an oak version in my future

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

We have something similar and use it regularly. With our two Mini Schnauzers frequently finding their way up onto the driver's seat, we wanted a way to keep them from driving off with the coach.

 

[Neal]

Thanks Neil, I see an oak version in my future

I can't wait to see your lathe work

 

[MapNerd]

Planning to build this out of Sugru. Once cured, should give me a nice solid semi-flexible rubber block, no 3D printer needed.

 

[TJ&LadyDi]

Planning to build this out of Sugru. Once cured, should give me a nice solid semi-flexible rubber block, no 3D printer needed.

If that would require 3D printing a mold, why not just 3D print the @Chuggs version linked above? I can attest to how well Charlie's unit works.

TJ

 

[MapNerd]

No mold needed @TJ&LadyDi. You just mold it with your hands. Sugru is great stuff, it’s kinda like curable play-doh but when it sets, its a pretty strong silicone. Just have to be okay with it not necessarily looking like a professionally manufactured item but if you take your time, things made out of Sugru can come out pretty nice.

There’s also InstaMorph but I’ve not had great success making anything sizable with it because you have to mold it while it’s still pretty hot. Also, InstaMorph sets into a pretty hard plastic with little flex. Great if you need something relatively small and durable. I have some sitting around somewhere, think I might make an Awning Remote Control Holder this weekend when I get back home.

I like to fidget when I watch TV and these things at least allow my fidgeting to produce somewhat useful things.

 

[Swipular]

Etsy has a few options if you don't have a printer.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1314634607/air-park-break-lock-outtag-out

Kenny

 

[Rich W.]

I hit my parking brake release with my shin while messing with my blinds and was a bit startled when I realized my coach was rolling on its own. And of course there is the dog issue. So yes, I think this is a very good idea.

 

[DennisT]

For those with 3D printers you can design your own or print @Chuggs design which works well.

Meritor WABCO Parking Brake Safety Lock by chuggs

This device is used to lockout the Parking Brake switch on certain Air Brake equipped Motor Coaches. The locking device houses the brake switch and guards it in the Parked position...a long shank padlock shackle serves to secure the locking device in place. It is mainly used to prevent over...

www.thingiverse.com

Thanks for reviving this. Have a nephew close to our Florida annual site that has a printer.

May have to get him to print one for us and see if it fits the super c as well.

 

[Trav_lr]

As a lockable anti theft device, sure, I get it, but does no one use wheel chocks to prevent unwanted rolling?

 

[Richpatty]

I do…but didn’t want to take the chance of popping the break and allowing the rig to shift. It could bend the jacks…

 

[Richpatty]

Thanks to my daughters boyfriend and @Chuggs pattern, I am now the proud owner of one now too.

Other thread on this topic…

Question - Air brake lock

I was wondering if anyone had any devised or purchased something that would go over your air brake switch which would prevent it from being pressed accidentally. Mine is in the right side of the steering wheel and is at a level that could be easily bumped by a knee or even a pet. I figure a...

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[Chuggs]

Thanks to my daughters boyfriend and @Chuggs pattern, I am now the proud owner of one now too.

Other thread on this topic…

Question - Air brake lock

I was wondering if anyone had any devised or purchased something that would go over your air brake switch which would prevent it from being pressed accidentally. Mine is in the right side of the steering wheel and is at a level that could be easily bumped by a knee or even a pet. I figure a...

rvforums.com

Wow, looks like ou have it on backwards...the entire unit is supposed to be behind the square end. I see it is in the recess. That recess is there to clear the mounting collar nut that secures the brake valve to the dash panel.

You may need a remixed design to match your brake valve handle.

 

[Richpatty]

Wow, looks like ou have it on backwards...the entire unit is supposed to be behind the square end. I see it is in the recess. That recess is there to clear the mounting collar nut that secures the brake valve to the dash panel.

You may need a remixed design to match your brake valve handle.

D’oh!

Interesting…so I flipped it around and it fits both ways! When I saw the notch, I figured it was for the button…and it fit like a glove, so I thought that was part of the design.

Thanks for the clarification. Clearly some people need more instructions, eh?

 

[Chuggs]

Excellent!

I couldn't tell if maybe it wouldn't fit as designed. Good to know it works!!

Yeah the clip on model is my go to now that we aren't camping with pets and don't have any small children running around. I do resort to the padlock version if I am going to be under the coach, especually if there is air in the brake system (which could withdraw the parking brake spring)...