Brake Controller Install in Motorhome on 2005 Ford E-450 Van Cutaway Chassis
Question:
I have motorhome on a 2005 E450 chassis with round 6 pin connector and no brake controller. I wish to tow a trailer that has a 7 blade connector and trailer brakes. I would like to install a trailer brake controller in my vehicle. Looking for recommendations about what wiring changes i might require. Do i need to change round 6 pin to 7 bladed?How does the brake controller signal get delivered to the brakes in the trailer? I know i need to buy the controller, what wiring do i require, what socket or adapter do i need? Sincerely
asked by: KeithBare
Expert Reply:
Other than the physical difference, a 7-way carries one extra circuit which is typically used for reverse lamps. If you don't need that feature, you could simply use an adapter like # 47435 which would convert your existing 6-way to a 7-way.
Your cutaway van chassis should have been prewired from the factory to install a brake controller. There should be a connector under the dash near the e-brake pedal as shown in the provided photo. If the connector isn't there, let me know and we'll find an alternative.
For a brake controller, I'd recommend a budget-friendly option like the Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160 the Primus provides the reliable and predictable braking of a proportional controller without all the bells and whistles you might not need. You'll also need the # 3035-P connector.
I've linked to an install and a demonstration video that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Adapter 6-Pole to 7-Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 6 Round
- Plug and Lead
- 7 Round - Blade
- Hopkins
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Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 3 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 90 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Hopkins Heavy-Duty, Coiled Trailer Connector Adapter - 7-Way to 6-Pole Round - Center Pin 12V Power
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- 7 Round - Blade
- Plug and Lead
- 6 Round
- Hopkins
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