Installation of a Brake Controller for a 1999 Chevrolet 3500 Pickup Using the Fuse Box

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Hello I have a 1999 chevy 3500 with a factory 4 way tralier harness I put a 7 way outlet in it can I use tralier brake that plugs into the brake controller and then to my fuse box.

asked by: Jalen H

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Yes, even if you didn't have a factory installed 7-way you will want to hardwire the open wires of the brake control adapter to the wires on the brake controller and plug the other end of the adapter into the electrical junction box.

We have a specific Help Article on how to do this and make all the proper connections for this to function properly for your 1999 Chevrolet 3500 that I've attached to this page for you to reference.

The brake controllers that I really like and recommend are the Tekonsha P2 and P3. The P2 # 90885 is a great brake proportional brake controller. A proportional brake controller means it senses how the tow vehicle is slowing or stopping and applies the trailer's brakes with the same intensity. This is the best selling controller on the market because of how easy it is to setup and use, and how well it works. The P3 # 90195 is like the P2's big brother it has all the same great features but it also comes with a full display screen instead of codes that need deciphering. If you choose the P2 or P3 you can use adapter # 3025-P to connect the brake controller to the fuse box.

Alternatively, if you already have a brake controller you can get the # 3025-S with blunt ended wires to connect your brake controller to the port in the junction box.

I have linked all the above mentioned parts as well as the Help Article for your viewing and purchasing convenience.

expert reply by: Jackie C

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Answer 1

First, use a circuit tester like part #PTW2993 on the black wire exiting the rear of the controller to verify that power is reaching it. If not, there is a 20- or 30-amp fuse in the power distribution box, located under the hood on the driver's…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 3

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 4

Hey Travis, congrats on the new 2024 Jayco Flight 284BHS! Your travel trailer looks to have a GVWR of 7,950 lbs so I recommend going with the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control #EQ37121ET and pairing it with the Shank…

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty #RED24FR is the way to go over the Elite #RED44FR as you get the nicer functions of the Elite at a lower price. The Elite has the ability to be the more preferred proportional style of controller as well as a time-delayed…

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Answer 7

The best brake controller option to go with is one that activates the brakes proportionally instead of time delayed. A proportional brake controller will activate the trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the tow vehicle…

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Answer 8

The trailer brakes work on a separate circuit than the lights. You have a couple of options to control the electric brakes on the trailer. One option is to use an air over electric brake control, #HA100400C. This unit connects to the air brakes on…

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Answer 9

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 10

Either way is correct. It depends on if you want to keep the semi-style 7-Way (if you need to tow that type of trailer) or if you will never be towing a semi-trailer. If you need to keep the 7-Way semi active on the truck, then you would need to make…

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Answer 11

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 12

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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