Wiring Harnesses Needed to Install a Brake Controller on a 1995 GMC C3500
Question:
Does my 1995 GMC C3500 have any factory wiring in place to connect this P3 unit to? Do I have to splice it in place? Any suggestions as to what all I need? Thanks in advance.
asked by: Rick F
Expert Reply:
Chances are the 1995 GMC C3500 did not come with a factory tow package, so you will have to hardwire the vehicle if you want to use any brake controller. It is not as difficult as it sounds. You will need a few things first. You will need the Brake Controller 7 and 4 Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7. I have included a couple of videos showing this kit being installed. You will also need the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118315, if you do not already have a 4-flat connector. I have included a link to the installation instructions below. Last, I have included an FAQ that explains how to wire a brake controller from scratch.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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