Brake Controller Recommendation for 2016 Ram 1500 with Factory 7-Way

Question:

I have a 2016 Ram 1500 SLT 4x4, 5.7 Litre Hemi V8, automatic transmission, touch control 4x4, 3.21 rear axle, factory tow package with hitch, 7 pin wiring harness, I will be towing a 2015 Keystone Passport travel trailer 238ML Shipping Weight 3711Pounds Carrying Capacity 1689 Pounds Hitch Weight 495 Pounds Length 24 feet 11 inches Height 11 feet 10 inches Fresh Water 30 Gallons Waste Water 30 Gallons Gray Water 30 Gallons LPG 40 Gallons Since this truck has the factory tow package, do I need to add any additional braking control?

asked by: Larry W

Helpful Expert Reply:

You will need a brake controller installed in your 2016 Ram 1500 to activate the brakes of your 2015 Keystone Passport travel trailer 238ML as your tow package would not include that.

For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part # 90195. 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.

For an install harness you'd want the part # 3024-P which is confirmed as a fit for your truck. It plugs into the port under your dash to make the install of the controller very easy. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C