Recommended Brake Controller for 2014 Ford F-150 With Factory 7-Way
Question:
I am looking at brake controllers for a 2015 f150. Some say 4 flat and 7 pin connectors . I have factory installed 4 flat and 7pin combo . Which do I choose ? Also could you recommend one for around the 100 bucks ? Thank you much
asked by: Kyle
Expert Reply:
The correct choice would be with factory 7-way, although the custom wiring harness is the same for the 4-way option. I highly recommend choosing a proportional brake controller for your 2015 F-150. Proportional brake controllers activate trailer brakes in proportion to your vehicle's braking action.
The Tekonsha Primus IQ 3 # TK90160 is going to be the best choice close to the price point you're looking for. The # 22292 will plug into the factory port under your dash for an easy installation. This brake controller has an LED display along with built-in safeguards protect your vehicle, trailer, and the controller. It also comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
If you're willing to spend just a little bit more you could get the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty # RED24FR which is my favorite brake controller. This is incredibly reliable and won't take up space in the cab of your truck. The main unit installs out of site so only the control knob will be visible. The knob controls the braking power and also acts as the manual override. The Redarc Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # 331-TPH-007 will also be required.
I have attached some installation videos below for your reference.
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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Redarc Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Redarc
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Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
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Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 3 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 90 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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