Using Prodigy RF Electric Brake Controller with a 1997 Toyota Tacoma
Question:
still trying to wrap my head around install details on TK94FR controller the brakeaway trailer brake feature has its own battery, so that battery is not used to power TK94FR controller? in lew of running 10 gauge wire from front of truck to rear? if not explan 10 gauge wiring procedure starting at battery where does breaker go close to battery or at connector end at rear bumper? have 4way to seven connector which extra wire does 12 volt supply go to? white is for ground what is other 2 extra wires used for when using TK94FR controller? with these questions answered almost ready to place order!
asked by: Michael W
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Prodigy RF Electric Brake Controller # TK94FR works with basically any vehicle that has a working 12 volt circuit on their 7-way. The 12 volt power of your 7-way is still ran to the trailer after the Prodigy so your breakaway battery will still receive power without any issue and you shouldn't have to worry about it. The LED lights won't be an issue either.
If the 7-way adapter you have already has a functioning 12 volt pin then you won't need anything else. If it isn't then use 10 gauge wire, part # 10-1-1 that's sold by the foot, to connect the pin in the 1 O'clock position on your 7-way to your truck's battery through a 40 amp circuit breaker, part # 9510.
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Michael
10/26/2017
still trying to wrap my head around install details on TK94FR controller the brakeaway trailer brake feature has its own battery, so that battery is not used to power TK94FR controller? in lew of running 10 gauge wire from front of truck to rear? if not explan 10 gauge wiring procedure starting at battery where does breaker go close to battery or at connector end at rear bumper? have 4way to seven connector which extra wire does 12 volt supply go to? white is for ground what is other 2 extra wires used for when using TK94FR controller? with these questions answered almost ready to place order!