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Jan 17, 2013 | 05:06 PM

mclarengts

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Brake Controller help

Hello, I need to install a electric brake controller, my 2003 7.3 f250 lariat already has the connector in the back right on the receiver. The guy today told me that I can get a quick disconnect that will go from the harness right to the controller. Does anyone know how to install this? Good deals? What kinda controller to get? Do's and don'ts? All info welcome, I'll be pulling a 20ft enclosed trailer!
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Jan 17, 2013 | 05:14 PM

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Tekonsha P3 is a good low cost unit. There are several places you can find them.
Here is just one.
Brake Controller | etrailer.com

Check Ebay:

There is a socket under the center of the dash to plug into.

Jan 17, 2013 | 05:22 PM

howellt39

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I have the Tekonsha P3 installed. Let me know if you want and I'll snap some pics of the installation for you. The P3 came with the adapter for the controller to your factory socket.

Jan 17, 2013 | 05:33 PM

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My P3 did not come with an adapter, so ask.

Jan 17, 2013 | 05:40 PM

mclarengts

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Cool, anyone know the name or part number or link for the adapter

Jan 17, 2013 | 05:42 PM

mclarengts

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What is there to know about controllers

Jan 17, 2013 | 05:44 PM

howellt39

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When I get home from work I'll take mine off and see if there's a part number stamped on it anywhere.

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Jan 17, 2013 | 06:20 PM

howellt39

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Did a little snooping around, too. Here's just the adapter by itself.

Tekonsha 3035-P Brake Control Wiring Adapter for 94-C Ford : Amazon.com : Automotive

Jan 17, 2013 | 06:45 PM

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I just replaced my unit with the P3 and I love it!! My pull from Panama City to Ocala was a dream! Unit really does the job! I would recomend to any body towing a heavy rig!!

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Jan 18, 2013 | 09:05 AM

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howellt39

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X2 on that, PO had a pretty cheap one in there and I figured there wasn't much difference in controllers. After smoking my trailer's tires a few times and locking up and shaking my wife around (they complain about that), I invested in the P3. Huge difference and a lot of great features like the surge function, especially useful in slick conditions. Good luck!

Jan 18, 2013 | 01:10 PM

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i use a Prodigy controller and never had a problem. Had it for almost nine years and not one issue, has boost control and its self leveling. And mine came with the one piece wire harness