How To Add a Trailer Brake Controller To Old Monaco Motorhome

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Looks like I must wire it in myself on the older rig, but want to get the right unit. What say you? 1993 monaco dynasty on Roadmaster. Cummins isc8.3, allison md 3060 pulling 7x14 enclosed double axle brake trailer.

asked by: Doug Z

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Expert Reply:

It would indeed be a complete hardwire installation to install a trailer brake controller on an old Monaco motorhome. The first thing to start with is the controller and for this I recommend the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller part # TK90160. Then you can move onto the wiring, the Universal Wiring Harness part # 22551 would have everything you need though you mostly likely will need to extend some of the wires but that's about it. Just add the Mounting Bracket part # PK12711U and you're done.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

In order to install a brake controller on your 2003 Monaco Knight motorhome you will need a 4-way trailer connector, 4 to 7-way trailer connector adapter, and a brake controller. There will also be some loose wires and circuit breakers needed but…

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Answer 2

A brake controller like the Tekonsha P3 will work just fine with the air braking system on your motorhome. The controller will get its input from the brake stoplight switch, which tells it when the brakes are being applied. If there is a 7-way…

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Answer 3

Yes, in order to set your trailer up for use with shore power you will first need an AC distribution panel. For this, I recommend a Progressive Dynamics Series AC Distribution Panel. In order to bring power into the panel you will also need a power…

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The brake controller you have selected is an excellent choice and will work with your motor home. Below I have posted links to pages that explain brake controller wiring and have diagrams showing how to wire the controller. There is also a link below…

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Answer 5

The phrase "the cold side of the brake switch" refers to the circuit at the brake switch that carries voltage only when the vehicle brakes are applied. This circuit varies widely from vehicle to vehicle so the best way we can recommend you…

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You will want to find out from the trailer company what the functions of the wires on the trailer connector will be so you can wire your motorcycle connector. Many times the center pin is the one used for the brake controller circuit. I recommend the…

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The best option we have for your trailer would be the Taskmaster part #TR20514 which is a ST205/75R14 like what you have in a Load Range C. Going with a higher capacity tire when not needed really won't gain you anything, but this tire has a…

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The best ST205/75R14 tire we have on offer will be the Westlake ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D #274-000012. This is rated up to 2,040 pounds at 65 psi and has an L speed rating, or 75 miles per hour. It also has a 5-Year warranty that…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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