Electric Brake Controller Recommendation on 2011 Kia Sorento
Question:
Hello. I sent in an inquiry on Friday, but havent seen a response so I may have done it wrong. I have a 2012 Kia Sorento SX/V6 with towing package. The manual states a 3500lb towing capacity with a 350lb tongue maximum with the stock Curt hitch. I want to purchase a camper that is under the 3500lbs but has a tongue weight of 415lbs. If I replaced the current hitch with the Draw Tite #75684 and used it with a Weight Distribution system I see that the tongue weight capacity goes up to 500lbs. Would this combination work ok? Also, do you have any recommendations for a weight distribution hitch and brake controller?
asked by: Matthew K
Helpful Expert Reply:
It looks like your questions have been answered from when you originally asked other than a recommendation for a brake controller. I suggest the Prodigy P2 # 90885 because of how reliable it is and how easy it to use. You'll also need some additional parts to install it.
On your 2011 Kia Sorento you'll first need a 4-way trailer connector. The # C56332 will provide this for you. It plugs directly into your Kia's wiring using a plug along the frame rail at the rear of the vehicle.
Once you have the 4-way you'll use our # ETBC7 kit to add the wiring for a brake controller as well as the 7-way connector. Once the # ETBC7 is installed you can then hardwire a brake controller.
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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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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