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  • Best Brake Controller Recommendation for Fleet Trailers
  • 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 controller has a very interactive menu with a ton of settings and presets that can be adjusted. For your situation where you would be towing...
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 for Install Harness 3016
  • The # 3016 isn't designed to attach to a factory brake controller. If you are looking for a way to complete the wiring of your factory brake controller to your truck we aren't going to have a solution for that, but we can help you get a brake controller installed that is compatible with the harness you do have. 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...
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  • Brake Controller Install Parts Recommendation for a 2008 Ford F-150 with 4-Way
  • I have a solution for you, but the part # 118247 has not been confirmed as a fit for a 2008 Ford F-150 so it would not work for you. You would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install video for this product as well. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This...
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  • Replacement Brake Controller for Drawtite Activator II that Randomly Reads Higher at Times
  • If your brake controller is randomly reading higher than it should be that would indicate that it's time to replace it since it's malfunctioning. 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....
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  • Replacement Brake Controller for a 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
  • It sounds like your brake controller is malfunctioning. Since this is a new problem and you have been using this brake controller on your 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado for years I recommend that you replace it with the the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller item # 90195. The P3 is going to be a solid upgrade from your current controller. Like your Guardian IQ, this is a proportional brake controller that works with trailers having up to 4 axles. The Prodigy P3 has 5 Storable...
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for 1988 Chevy C/K 1500
  • 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 the wiring you will need to start...
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  • Parts Needed to Install Brake Controller 2018 Toyota Highlander with Aftermarket 7-Way
  • A 2018 Toyota Highlander would not have come with a factory brake controller as that is not a factory option. Even more so if the vehicle only had a 4-way installed from the factory. That said we can help you wire a brake controller to your current aftermarket 7-way. For a wiring kit to install the brake controller to the 7-way you would want the Wiring Kit for 2 and 4 Brake Electric Brake Controllers # 5506. This will provide the power source and ground for the wiring for the brake controller....
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  • Parts Needed to Add 7-Way and Brake Controller to 2014 Dodge Durango
  • If you install the Tekonsha 7-Way part # TK22113 on your 2014 Dodge Durango and wanted to install a brake controller all you'd need is the brake controller install kit part # 5506 and the brake controller. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. 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...
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  • Adapter for Going From 4-Way Vehicle to Trailer 7-Way
  • The easiest to use adapter is the part # 37185. This allows you to plug both of your connectors styles into it and will allow the turn signals of your trailer to be activated by your tow vehicle. If you do have trailer brakes you would need the # ETBC7 instead of the # 37185 and a brake controller. This kit comes with everything needed to wire up the 7-way and install a brake controller. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our...
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  • Troubleshooting Brake Controller Install of 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Where Only Works w Override
  • Your generation of truck (2005 Chevy Silverado) is notorious for blowing the third brake light fuse easily. And when this circuit dies if you have a brake controller installed using the factory brake controller wiring it will stop working with the brake pedal. So check and replace that fuse and you'll see the controller start working again.
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  • Recommended Trailer Brake Controller and Replacement 7-Way Connector for a 2018 GMC Sierra Van
  • Unfortunately, the lids on the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 are not available for replacement so the best solution is to replace the entire 7-way portion with the Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole # 37185. As far as recommended or favorite brake controller, I always liked the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob # RED44FR. Reason being is that this brake controller is small and out of the way, it can be installed in any orientation, and...
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  • Replacement Tekonsha Brake Controller on 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually
  • The Tekonsha Voyager Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional # 39510 is a great option as a proportional controller to replace your time delayed controller that is failing. There is no wiring change so you can just plug and play. The proportional controller is a great upgrade having the integrated inertia sensor for a more natural trailer braking.
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  • Will the Tekonsha Primus IQ Brake Controller # TK90160 Replace the Sentinel Brake Controller # 9055
  • You can certainly replace your Sentinel brake controller with the Primus IQ brake controller, # TK90160. The Primus will come with instructions for setting the brake sensitivity. I have also attached a link to the installation instructions for you to check out. I believe the Sentinel did not come with a plug and play harness, so it may be hardwired to the truck. The Primus IQ comes with a universal wiring harness that you can splice into the wires currently connecting your Sentinel brake...
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  • Recommended Brake Controller and Wiring Adapter for 2015 Ford F-150 with Factory 7-Way
  • The Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller # 90885 is an excellent choice both for trailers with electric brakes and also for those with EOH (electric-over-hydraulic) brakes. This controller, and the upgraded P3 version # 90195, are reliable and proven controllers that are highly-rated by our customers that use them. The advantages of the P3 are easier installation and an easier-to-see display. Either controller will simply plug in to your F-150 at the port located underneath the...
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  • Additional P3 Brake Controller Wiring Harness, Mounting Bracket for 2009 GMC Sierra
  • The Replacement Mounting Bracket Kit for the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller is part # TK5906. We also offer a mounting pocket # 7686 you may want to check out. The wiring kit you want is the Replacement Brake Control Plug-In Harness part # 20127. I have included a video review of the trailer brake controller installation wiring kit for you to check out.
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  • Brake Controller and 7-Way Recommendation for 2021 Ford Edge Titanium with Tow Package
  • Since you have a 4-way trailer wiring harness now installed on your 2021 Ford Edge Titanium since you have the tow package you will need to convert it to a 7-way with the Brake Controller Install Kit part # ETBC7 which also comes with everything needed to wire in a brake controller. For a brake controller I really like the Brake EVN part # TK63VR which senses how hard you are applying the vehicle brakes and applies the same amount to your trailer brakes.
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  • Correct Replacement Strap for Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller 51180
  • Yes, we do offer a replacement strap for the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180, it's the Replacement Strap for Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # C28HR. The new strap just simply slides into the retainer ring and wraps around the controller just as the old one did.
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Brake Controller in a 2012 Chevy Equinox
  • We have a way to install a brake controller in your 2012 Chevy Equinox, but it would not be pre-wired for a brake controller like some vehicles are. You will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the # 56094. From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install...
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for 2007 Holiday Rambler Endeavor
  • The brake controller wiring you need is terminated in a connector under the left side control panel next to the driver seat of your 2007 Holiday Rambler Endeavor. There is no quick install harness for your RV though. There should be a cover on the vertical side of the panel facing the driver seat and the connector will be behind it. There should be a 12 volt power wire (run black wire here), a ground wire (white wire), a brake switch wire (red wire) and a brake output circuit (blue wire)...
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  • Replacement Control Knob for Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Electric Trailer Brake Controller
  • Yes, we have the Replacement Control Knob # RED57FR for your Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Electric Trailer Brake Controller # RED24FR.
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