The last 30' A I bought was a 92. That was the hardest brake to push. I later bought anther 30' of about the same year. It was 40% easier but still alot of effort. I have some cartilage knee issues. I noted that the 28'-- and bigger actually had 4 wheel disc brakes. What I wanted to know was was there any improvement around the 98-2001 models in the way they brake. Basically am looking at the Winn's and Itasca's. That is why I had dropped down and gotten the little Toyota motorhome. Doug
It sounds like you needed a new power brake booster in a couple of old units. Boosters age also and need occasional replacement. My MH is no harder to push the brakes than my Saturn.
2003 Newmar Mountain Aire, Workhorse W22, 2008 Saturn Vue, Falcon 5250, & US Gear Unified Tow Brake