Upgrading Toyota Tacoma from 4-way Flat to 7-way Round Trailer Connector
Question:
I have a tacoma 2008 with 4 pole wiring for a trailer . Im buying a new trailer that needs 7 pole connecter for breaks and charging trailer battery. What parts do you recommend ?
asked by: Gene
Expert Reply:
Sounds like you are looking for a 7-way for a brake controller and a 12v hot lead for your 2008 Toyota Tacoma, so I would recommend the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller, part # ETBC7. This includes everything needed to install the wiring for the 7-way connector, once you have the 4-Way installed. I have included a couple of videos of part # ETBC7 for you to check out.
Although we offer many different brake controllers, I would recommend a proportional-type controller like the Tekonsha Prodigy P2, part # 90885. A proportional controller has an internal sensor that can detect how quickly and at what intensity the tow vehicle is braking, and will then send the appropriate amount of voltage to the trailer brakes so that both the vehicle and trailer stop at the same rate. This leads to a more efficient, safe and predictable braking action. I have included an install video of this brake controller on a 2012 Tacoma for you to check out. The model year is different but the install will be similar.
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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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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Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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