Recommended Brake Controller for a 2017 Dodge Durango with Factory Installed Tow Package

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I have a 2017 Starcraft Satellite 17RB Travel Trailer that has dexter electric brakes. I will be pulling it with a 2017 Dodge Durango that has a factory installed tow package. The Dodge came with an Electric Brake Kit PN 68269724AA Reb: B What is the proper brake controller ???

asked by: Dick H

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For you 2017 Dodge Durango, i recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller, # 90885. The P2 Brake Controller is a proportional brake controller, so it applies brake power to your trailer in proportion to the brake pressure applied to your vehicle. You will get a faster braking response with proportional controllers over the traditional time delay.

The Prodigy P2 is more of an entry level brake controller; easy to use, easy to mount, and it works well. That is probably why it is one of our most popular and highest rated brake controllers. I have also included a link to the installation details for the P2 below.

I also recommend using the Tekonsha Brake controller wiring harness, # TK93VR, over the OEM plug. To install the P2 with the OEM plug you will have to cut and splice the connection between the two harnesses. With the # 3045-P one side will plug into the brake controller and the other end will plug into the Dodge Durango's OEM wiring.

expert reply by: Jared P

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Answer 1

I went to the warehouse to measure the Universal Mounting Panel for Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller Control Knob #331-TPSI-001 and found the back was 1" x 1-1/2" and the widest point of the rear knob was 15/16"; this will…

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Answer 2

Other than the fact that the knob for the Redarc Tow Pro Elite #RED44FR needs to be within the easy reach of the driver, the control knob can be installed wherever you wish. Typically, there are blank knockouts in the dash of most vehicles where you…

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Answer 3

Yes, when installing the knob for the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller item #RED24FR you will want to remove any extra material behind the insert. I am happy the video was able to help you out. I have linked a couple of pictures from the video…

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Answer 4

To install your Reese Pod brake controller in your 2018 Ford Explorer will require the install harness part #3035-P which is a confirmed fit. If you check out the 9:55 mark of the install video I attached to this page you'll see where to find the…

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Answer 5

For a trailer that has an angle iron frame like what you have what I would recommend is a system like the Reese Steadi-Flex part #RP66558 you referenced and have the outer brackets welded to the frame of the trailer since there isn't a clamp on…

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Answer 6

I looked up your Dexter 8-222 Hub and was able to find the inner and outer bearing numbers as well as the grease seal used. It looks like this particular hub was designed for mobile homes and these, for the most part, have more unique bearings and…

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Answer 7

The Replacement Shock Absorber Spring Kit #TK71-758-00 is the correct shock for your UFP Surge Brake Actuator. The picture you included does not specify if it is for a disc or drum brake set, so I have found both for you to choose from. Disc Brake…

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Answer 8

Yes, I would be happy to! To add a hitch to your 2024 Hyundai Palisade, I recommend our etrailer item #e95ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Hyundai with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 5,000…

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Answer 9

For trailer wiring that fits your 2024 Hyundai Palisade you'd want the Curt kit part #C43FV for a 4-way or the part #TK64CR for a 7-way. Both of these kits are custom fit so they do not require hardwiring and they have reliable converter boxes.

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Answer 10

The best brake controller option to go with is one that activates the brakes proportionally instead of time delayed. A proportional brake controller will activate the trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the tow vehicle…

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