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Absolutely! You should never tow a trailer over 3,000lbs without brakes, especially with a Jeep. Make sure you install a brake controller, check your trailer brakes, and adjust and test the brakes to make sure you can stop safely.

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Q: If you are towing a 5000 lb travel trailer do you need to install a electric braking unit evev though you have a tow package?
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