Electric Brake Controller Installation on a 2017 Cutaway Chevrolet 4500 RV

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Thank you for the information. Could you suggest what brake controller you would recommend for this application?

asked by: Susan S

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We haven't had the chance to install a brake controller on a 2017 Chevy 4500 Cutaway but it's very likely to be the same. The first difference I would be careful of though is the wiring coloring. Before assuming the wire color is all the same use a circuit tester, like part # PTW2993, to test each wire you find for function. Vehicle manufacturers aren't very consistent on wire colors, especially from year to year.

If you need other components, like a trailer hitch or 7-way connector on your RV, let me know.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Susan S.

5/5/2018

Thank you for the information. Could you suggest what brake controller you would recommend for this application?

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Charles S.

5/9/2018

Absolutely. For a brake controller I recommend the Prodigy P3, part # 90195. It's the easiest to use and most reliable controller we carry and one of the best on the market. The LCD takes the guess work out of using it and troubleshooting any errors that may come up along the way.

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