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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by meborder
i used a 20 amp circut breaker to power the brake controller. Something akin to this: In-Line Circuit Breaker - 20 Amp - Perpendicular Mount Bracket Pollak Accessories and Parts 9506P

Then of course i had to tap into the brake on/off switch and then run a wire to the 7-way plug.

Check your brake controller instructions for the fusing requirements. 20amp was right for mine, yours could be different.
Thanks for the help meborder!
 
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