Diagram Showing How Trailer Brakes are Wired
Question:
when you wire tandem axles, do you do it in series or parallel ? how about a diagram ?
asked by: phil
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Expert Reply:
The brake wire providing voltage is wired in parallel, with one lead from each magnet being grounded to the trailer frame.
We have a great Wiring Help Page that shows a diagram, I will provide a link to it below.
expert reply by:
Mike L
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 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
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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