Recommended Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller for 2019 Chevy Express Van
Question:
Need to compile all I need to tow a trailer with electric brakes with my 19 Chevy Express Van. Does not have a hitch or wiring or anything. No tow package. Need it all! Thank you.
asked by: Carey
Expert Reply:
We have everything you need to safely pull a trailer equipped with electric brakes with your new 2019 Chevy Express Van.
Let's start by adding a trailer hitch. For this I recommend the Curt Class V Receiver Hitch # C15320 because of its superior weight ratings (16,000 pound towing capacity and 2,400 tongue weight limit), simple installation without the need for any drilling, and the fact that it is made right here in the USA.
I have attached an installation video on the 2017 model Express Van that you can use for reference.
Now we can move onto trailer wiring. Since your Express Van does not have any current wiring you will need to start with a 4-Way connector, for which I recommend the Tekonsha T-One # 118392. This custom harness will install by simply plugging into factory ports behind the driver and passenger side interior trim panels in the rear cargo area.
You will then need to convert the 4-Way to a fully-functional 7-Way connector with the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7. This kit includes everything needed to do this along with the extra wiring and circuit breakers needed to install a trailer brake controller.
I have included the written installation instructions that you can take a look at.
With the hitch and wiring in place it's time to pick out a brake controller. I highly recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 because it features the best display on the market for easy-to-read settings and diagnostic messages (see attached image). It has also gotten almost universal praise from our customers (4.9/5 stars out of over 3,000 reviews!).
I have attached a short video demonstration that you can also check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 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
- LCD 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 Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V XD - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 2400 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
- 17000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 2400 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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