Parts Needed to Install a Brake Controller and 7-Way Trailer Connector on a 1999 Chevy Suburban
Question:
which brake controller unit is the easiest to hook up 99 chev suburban what must be done to wire it upthank you
asked by: LENNY
Expert Reply:
In order to install a brake controller on a 1999 Chevy Suburban, you will need to hardwire it and a 7-Way trailer connector. To start, if your Suburban does not have a 4-Way trailer connector already, you will need Curt T-One Connector Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # C55319. I have included a link to the installation details and a video for you.
You would then need to install a 4- and 7-Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7. This kit provides a 7-Way trailer connector and all of the wiring needed to install a brake controller. I have included a link to an FAQ and video that explains how to install ETBC7 kit. The only other part you may need is a circuit tester like # PTW2993 if you do not already have one.
For a brake controller, I recommend the Tekonsha P2, # 90885. This is one of our most popular brake controllers because it is easy to set up and easy to sue. I have included a link to the installation details for the P2 for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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