--- product_id: 18847970 title: "11676 Brake Buddy with Case – Brake-Mounted Trim Forming Tool for Custom Ribs & Brickmold" brand: "tapco tools" price: "€ 1273.31" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Tapco Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/18847970-11676-brake-buddy-with-case-brake-mounted-trim-forming-tool store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Built-in measurement guide Universal Tapco compatibility Wide material capacity (.019 aluminum, PVC, vinyl) 11676 Brake Buddy with Case – Brake-Mounted Trim Forming Tool for Custom Ribs & Brickmold **Brand:** tapco tools **Price:** € 1273.31 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Transform your trim game with precision and style — don’t let your projects blend in! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 11676 Brake Buddy with Case – Brake-Mounted Trim Forming Tool for Custom Ribs & Brickmold by tapco tools - **How much does it cost?** € 1273.31 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/18847970-11676-brake-buddy-with-case-brake-mounted-trim-forming-tool) ## Best For - tapco tools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tapco tools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Complete Pro Kit:** Includes rib rollers, graduated brickmold rollers, and a durable molded case for organized portability. - • **Precision in Every Bend:** Quick-twist handle and integrated measurement guide ensure flawless, repeatable trim profiles every time. - • **Seamless Tapco Integration:** Mounts on any Tapco portable brake for instant jobsite synergy and enhanced productivity. - • **Versatile Material Mastery:** Effortlessly forms .019 aluminum, PVC-coated aluminum, and vinyl-coated trim coil for diverse project needs. - • **Elevate Exterior Aesthetics:** Create custom ribs and brickmold trims that add style, strength, and undeniable curb appeal. ## Overview The Tapco 11676 Brake Buddy is a professional-grade brake-mounted trim forming tool designed to create custom decorative ribs and brickmold trims from coil stock. Compatible with all Tapco portable brakes, it features a built-in measurement guide and quick-twist handle for fast, precise adjustments. It supports .019 aluminum, PVC-coated aluminum, and vinyl-coated trim coils, and comes complete with rib and brickmold rollers plus a protective storage case, making it an essential accessory for contractors seeking consistent, high-quality exterior trim work. ## Description Product Description The Tapco 11676 Brake Buddy with Case is a revolutionary trim-forming accessory designed to help contractors and installers elevate the style and originality of their trim work. Built to mount on any Tapco portable brake, the Brake Buddy allows you to create brick-mold trim and decorative ribs from trim coil in seconds, adding professional detail and value to every job. Featuring an integrated measurement guide and quick-twist handle, the Brake Buddy makes adjustments fast and precise for simple, efficient operation on the jobsite. It works with .019 aluminum, PVC-coated aluminum, and vinyl-coated trim coil, giving you flexibility across materials. Included rib rollers and graduated brickmold rollers let you produce consistent, high-quality profiles, while the molded plastic storage case keeps everything protected and organized between jobs. From the Manufacturer Trying to put bends in fascia, window trims, frieze boards, porch posts, or elsewhere? Get Brake Buddy. The special alignment feature of this tool allows you to run a stiffening, decorative rib on piece after piece, making the bends exactly the same and in exactly the same place. Trim pieces will line the house perfectly, end to end, or mitered. Review: Worth the money - Very well built, shipped incredibly fast. I was needing a brick mold wrap in a color I wasn't able to find pre made anywhere locally. So I ordered this tool to make my own. Its not cheap but it has paid for itself on the first job. Also used the other die it came with just to add a little extra detail and strength to some window custom window trim I had to make, worked great. Review: Tapco Brake Buddy - The Brake Buddy is pretty amazing. Been a few years since consistently on a brake, but bending brickmold(s) style was really easy. I capped a new side door brickmold and just like bending a traditional single 3/8" offset by hand. Maybe just a tad light if not true to the brickmold face width to debate even nailing before caulk. Been going around the house dolling up some old picture frame style capping since my wife said to just buy a Tapco Pro19 brake while we're doing siding repairs. Like most brickmold style tops if you didn't install the windows. Don't rely on assuming 45° and just snip the inside bottom corner to the outside upper. Then hope you're not the one who installed off center windows, lol. Whether ordering the additional traditional style die set or just bending single bevel by hand, 🤷🏻‍♂️. It would be faster bending singles by hand if you need the full flange facing. No reason to not debate different attachments now. ## Features - Create Custom Trim Profiles – Instantly form decorative ribs and brickmold trim from coil stock to add style and value to your exterior projects. - Fast, Easy Adjustments – Built-in measurement guide and quick-twist handle allow precise setup and simple, efficient operation. - Universal Tapco Compatibility – Works with any Tapco portable brake for seamless jobsite integration. - Wide Material Capacity – Handles .019 aluminum, PVC-coated aluminum, and vinyl-coated trim coil with consistent, professional results. - Complete Kit with Case – Includes rib rollers, graduated brickmold rollers, and a molded plastic storage case for protection and portability. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Manufacturer | Tapco | | Part Number | TAPCO Brake Buddy II with | | Item Weight | 14 pounds | | Product Dimensions | 17 x 9.5 x 16.5 inches | | Item model number | 11676 | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Included Components | Brake Buddy, Storage Case, Rib Rollers, and Brick mold Rollers | | Batteries Required? | No | | Warranty Description | One Year Limited Warranty | ## Images ![11676 Brake Buddy with Case – Brake-Mounted Trim Forming Tool for Custom Ribs & Brickmold - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yN1Tf-jLS.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: is it compatable with a 10'6" Alum-A-Brake/table from Pro-trim or list of compatible units?** A: It is guided by the metal you bent first. It does not attach to the brake, if you were thinking of did. So it is compatible with any brake. **Q: Is it compatible with the windy 10’6”?** A: It works on any brake. **Q: How wide is the roll profile? About an inch?** A: About an 1" **Q: This come whit case ?** A: Hello, Thank you for reaching out to us. Yes, this comes with a case. Have a great day! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the money *by C***A on August 19, 2025* Very well built, shipped incredibly fast. I was needing a brick mold wrap in a color I wasn't able to find pre made anywhere locally. So I ordered this tool to make my own. Its not cheap but it has paid for itself on the first job. Also used the other die it came with just to add a little extra detail and strength to some window custom window trim I had to make, worked great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tapco Brake Buddy *by P***7 on April 17, 2023* The Brake Buddy is pretty amazing. Been a few years since consistently on a brake, but bending brickmold(s) style was really easy. I capped a new side door brickmold and just like bending a traditional single 3/8" offset by hand. Maybe just a tad light if not true to the brickmold face width to debate even nailing before caulk. Been going around the house dolling up some old picture frame style capping since my wife said to just buy a Tapco Pro19 brake while we're doing siding repairs. Like most brickmold style tops if you didn't install the windows. Don't rely on assuming 45° and just snip the inside bottom corner to the outside upper. Then hope you're not the one who installed off center windows, lol. Whether ordering the additional traditional style die set or just bending single bevel by hand, 🤷🏻‍♂️. It would be faster bending singles by hand if you need the full flange facing. No reason to not debate different attachments now. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality. *by S***N on March 16, 2025* It's a heavy duty tool. It is quite expensive, as are all Tapco products. It is nice to be able to make custom trim, and results are very consistent. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/18847970-11676-brake-buddy-with-case-brake-mounted-trim-forming-tool](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/18847970-11676-brake-buddy-with-case-brake-mounted-trim-forming-tool) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-10-27*