Brake Controller and Weight Distribution for 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and 3.5K Trailer

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Hello, Just bought a trailer that is 3500 lbs dry. The tongue weight is 350 lbs. I have the factory tow package on my 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with a 4 pin hitch adapter. I need a 7 pin. Also need a brake controller and weight distributing hitch with sway bars. What products do you recommend?

asked by: Michelle T

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Thank you for all of the details! It really helps to narrow down what is best for your application!

For a brake controller I really like recommending the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR for a few reasons; you can install it virtually anywhere since you only need access to the 3/4" diameter control knob, it uses color coding to communicate the different settings so you don't have to try to read anything, and then it features 2 different modes (proportional and user-control) so that you get the most control over your trailer braking action whether you are towing on the highway or overlanding (which is becoming increasingly popular among Jeep Wrangler owners).

To connect this to the 4-Way on your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited you need the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7. This gives you a fully-functioning 7-Way as well as a 4-Way connector in the event that you tow a smaller trailer.

When it comes to a weight distribution (WD) system, the Fastway e2 # FA92-00-0600 that you were looking at is a very popular system that has received great reviews from our customers and does a great job at leveling out your towing setup. This is a middle-of-the-road system so if you're in the market for something that gets the job done without carrying a premium price-tag then this is the system for you.

You do need a hitch ball like part # EQ91-00-6080 or # EQ91-00-6100 as well as a 1-7/8" thin-walled socket like part # EQ70-00-4800. I also recommend using a tongue weight scale like part # e99044 to make sure that your trailer is rated properly with a tongue weight that is 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight.

I have attached a review video of the Fastway e2 as well as an installation video of the Tow-Pro Elite and the ETBC7 kit on a 2013 Wrangler Unlimited that you can check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The user controlled mode on the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller part #RED44FR will act similar to a timed-delay brake controller. Therefore, the amount of power applied to the trailer brakes when in the user controlled mode will ramp up…

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Answer 2

It sounds like you have installed your Redarc Tow-Pro Elite trailer brake controller #RED44FR using the custom GM wiring adapter #3016-S. This is the correct harness for the 2018 Cadillac Escalade with factory 7-way connector. An error code from ANY…

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Answer 3

Yes, you are absolutely correct; in order to activate the manual override, all you have to do is press in the control knob dial of the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller #RED24FR. This will immediately apply the brakes on your trailer.

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Answer 4

Your Lexus has a port located under the dash on the drivers side for the Tekonsha #3040-P pigtail to plug into. The the other end of the pigtail will plug into the #331-TPH-017 which will then plug into your Redarc Controller. I have attached a link…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller for Tekonsha Harness #RED63RR was intended for that specific purpose! It comes with an adapter from the Redarc controller to a Tekonsha wiring harness so all you're doing is unplugging your current…

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Answer 6

Yes, the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller part #RED44FR draws milliamps of power while in sleep mode but it would take much longer, even several months of the vehicle sitting to completely drain the battery usually. The Tow-Pro Elite…

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Answer 7

So the Redarc Tow Pro Elite part #RED24FR is a proportional only style of brake controller which for highway use applications is a really great solution since it uses an inertia sensor to detect how hard you apply the vehicle brakes to give the…

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Answer 8

The control knob of the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty part #RED24FR does light up based on connection status and what is doing but it does not light up in a different way when the headlights come on. But since the knob will be lit up at all times you'll…

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Answer 9

The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty #RED24FR is the way to go over the Elite #RED44FR as you get the nicer functions of the Elite at a lower price. The Elite has the ability to be the more preferred proportional style of controller as well as a time-delayed…

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Answer 10

You are correct, there isn't a custom wiring adapter available that would have a plug to connect to the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller #RED44FR on one end and another plug to match the factory brake controller port on your 2020…

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Answer 11

Yes I think I can help you! On the factory wiring harness you have for your 2012 Toyota Tundra: Black with red goes to the brake controller black wire for 12 volt power Green with white goes to the controller red wire for input from the brake switch…

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Answer 12

I have exactly what you are looking for. We have the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional #RED44FR. This brake controller fits into your dash or other easily accessible area so you don't have the "knee…

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