Using 12 ga wire is indeed acceptable for installing the Curt # C51180 Echo wireless brake controller, but to protect the power feed circuit you'll want to use a 30A self resetting circuit breaker instead of a fuse. We sell the wire, hardware and breaker in a kit, as part # BRK-ELECKIT. If you already have the wire and hardware, we sell the breaker separately as part # 38630. view full answer...
A weight distribution/sway control hitch system (WD/SC) is required when the loaded trailer weighs half as much (or more) as the vehicle towing it. You will compare the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) to the tow vehicle's curb weight to determine if the trailer weighs half or more as much as the vehicle. If so, then you will get important benefits from using a WD/SC hitch, both restored front axle steering and braking performance as well as reduced trailer sway from passing... view full answer...