Parts Needed and Which Axle to Install Electric Trailer Brakes on While Pulled by 2009 Nissan Titan

Question:

I would like to install electric brakes on my 16 X 77 utility trailer. Can you tell me what I will need to do this and what axle should I install them on front or back? Will I need a control switch? I have a Nissan 2009 Titan with the trailer pulling package on it. I also can do some welding if it would be better to put hydraulic brakes?

asked by: Jimmy J

Expert Reply:

Electric brake systems are much easier to install than hydraulic and they require less maintenance and are more in-expensive to maintain.

You will need a brake controller. One of the most popular brake controllers we carry is the Tekonsha Prodigy P3. You would use part # 90195 for a Prodigy brake controller, and then use # 3050-P for a wiring harness specific to your Titan.

You will need to find out what axles are currently on the trailer in order to select the right Hub-Drum assembly. You can do this by calling the manufacturer or pulling the hubs off and checking bearing numbers and locating a stamp or plate on the axle including weight capacity. I have included a link to all our Hub-Drums below.

Once you the right Hub-Drum assembly, you will order the brake assembly for that hub and from there it is time for installation and wiring which is pretty straight-forward if you have decent mechanical ability. I have included a link to these below.

I would encourage you to install the brakes on the more forward of the two. When loading a trailer, the nose should be a little heaver than the tail, so the more forward axle will be bearing more weight and will offer better traction and braking ability.

expert reply by: Patrick B