Brake Controller and Wiring Recommendation for 1999 Allegro Bay RV
Question:
I need to install a brake controller and replace the round 4 pin connector with a 7 pin for electric brakes on my 1999 allegro bay with f53 chassis is there a harness already wired under the dash or do i need to run wires to the rear of the coach.
asked by: Richard W
Expert Reply:
We have a solution for you, but there isn't a harness that allows you to just plug in a 7-way and brake controller. The kit you'll need is the part # ETBC7 and some additional wire with part # 10-2-1 to convert your 4-way to a 7-way and install the controller.
You'll need to cut the 4-way off of the ETBC7 adapter as well as your round 4-way and connect those wires together by function. The ETBC7 wiring is white for ground, yellow for left turn/stop, green for right turn/stop, and brown for taillight. You may need a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to determine the functions of the RV wiring.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate amount to the trailer brakes. This will be the last brake controller you buy. It can easily be transferred to future vehicles as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
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- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
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- Up to 4 Axles
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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
- etrailer
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Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
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- 10 Gauge
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