What Brake Controller do you use?
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Martyn
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Willman said:Their is a lot of brands out their.........What Brake Controller do you use? And why???
And any helpful information as always would be great......
Thanks,
We have been using the Tekonsha Prodigy and have found it to be very reliable.
Some of it's features are ;
* Applies power to the trailer brakes in proportion to vehicle's deceleration.
* No level adjustment necessary - it adjusts itself to varying terrain as you drive.
* The only inertial control that works proportionally in reverse - great for backing into tough spots.
* Exclusive "boost" feature gives users the ability to apply more initial trailer braking power when towing heavier trailers.
I saw this Max Brake unit at SEMA and thought it looked interesting, it's a Hydraulic Over Electric Brake Controller, www.maxbrake.com
kbellve
Observer
I use this one:
http://www.campingworld.com/browse/skus/index.cfm?skunum=20535&src=SRQB
It has a boost function that I like.
http://www.campingworld.com/browse/skus/index.cfm?skunum=20535&src=SRQB
It has a boost function that I like.
mountainpete
Spamicus Eliminatus
The Prodigy is by far the best I have ever towed with for all the reasons mentioned above. From a little cargo trailer to a 30 foot 6000 lb travel beast, it works excellent. You really do get what you pay for.
Pete
Pete
LandCruiserPhil
Expedition Leader
mountainpete said:
X2
njtaco
Explorer
I have always liked the Tekonsha products. I still use a 10 year old brake control, never a problem. It is a Voyager model, basicly the same as the one offered today. It has been in 4 trucks now, and has towed from 1000 # singles to 15K # triples without a problem. Our shop installed several Tekonshas daily, and never an issue. I think we had one bad one, and I'm still not convinced the mechanic had it installed correctly.
I've not used the Prodigy, but the specs look good, and I would not hesitate to try one.
The "maxbrake" looks interesting, but I'd be reluctant to tap into my brake lines when I'm satisfied with products that don't require it. my 2c ...
You probably know this, but when it comes time to install the BC, be sure to run the + and - exactly as the instructions say (probably to the battery). A loose ground (for example) makes for some "unpredictable" results.:smilies27 Proper wire guage is also important.
I've not used the Prodigy, but the specs look good, and I would not hesitate to try one.
The "maxbrake" looks interesting, but I'd be reluctant to tap into my brake lines when I'm satisfied with products that don't require it. my 2c ...
You probably know this, but when it comes time to install the BC, be sure to run the + and - exactly as the instructions say (probably to the battery). A loose ground (for example) makes for some "unpredictable" results.:smilies27 Proper wire guage is also important.
adventureduo
Dave Druck [KI6LBB]
I've been reading up on the boards about what people have been using. The general consensus is the Prodigy unit. Im heading in Wednesday to have out 80 series wired/brake controller installed and im like 99% sure im going with the Prodigy.
robert j. yates
Explorer
SOCALFJ said:
A Prodigy will work real good with your specific trailer
Martyn
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SOCALFJ said:
Dave
Make sure you have a 7 wire RV style socket at the back of your vehicle, and that you have 12 volt running to the + outlet on the socket. If you don't have the power have them run it when they do the brake controller.
Make sure the 12 volt + is at least 10 gauge and it has a fuse or breaker in the line (+ and – should be the same gauge).
If you have any questions give Mario a call at the shop.
adventureduo
Dave Druck [KI6LBB]
Martyn said:
Sounds good Martyn. Im going to have the truck wired up 'after' i pick it up , the next morning. I'll make sure they follow these tips to the 't'.
Willman
Active member
spressomon
Expedition Leader
Yes...that's the one: Prodigy. It's the one I am currently using on my Horizon. There is another thread about brake controllers...I couldn't find it though: Someone posted up another electronic brake controller that is even better than the Prodigy (per the author of the post)...sorry I can't remember the name.
Anyone else?
Anyone else?
Tucson T4R
Expedition Leader
I run the Odyssey with my King Kamper. It has worked flawlessly. I like it and all the adjustments it gives me for towing a wide vareity of wieghts. The inertial sensing (as in the Prodigy) works great both on and off road.
http://www.brakecontroller.com/valleyodyssey.htm
http://www.brakecontroller.com/valleyodyssey.htm
Robthebrit
Explorer
x4 for the prodigy. We use it with our airstream and it works awesome.
Rob
Rob