What is the Easiest Brake Controller to Use?

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Which brake controller is the easiest to use? My old brake controller just has a light and several dials that need to be adjusted for sensitivity. I would prefer a brake controller that is easier to use.

asked by: Wayne

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Trailer brake controllers really don't get much easier to use than the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller, # C51180. The only installation that is required for this brake controller is plugging it into the 7-way trailer connector at your bumper and downloading the Echo Smart Control App from either the App Store or Google Play. This brake controller can also store an unlimited number of vehicle-trailer profiles, so you never have to reset your settings even when you unplug the brake controller from the tow vehicle.

Unlike most other wireless trailer accessories this brake controller connects via bluetooth, so you don't have to worry about interference from other wireless devices or frequencies in the area. The signal is completely reliable and you can control all of the brake controller settings, including the manual override, right from your phone.

The other nice feature about this controller that you don't get with any other controllers is that you can use this controller with any tow vehicle and any trailer. You no longer have to worry about installing a brake controller in a new or borrowed truck and the limited lifetime warranty and the Made in USA construction virtually guarantees years of service and the peace of mind that this isn't just another gimmicky doodad.

expert reply by: John H

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Answer 1

I spoke with my contact in the Tech Services department at Curt Manufacturing who recommends deleting the Echo app from your phone, clearing the cache on your phone's internet browser, then reinstalling the app. This should fix the issue…

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Answer 7

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 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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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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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

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Answer 12

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