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Old Jun 9, 2016 | 07:26 PM
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Trailer brake controller

I'm looking for recommendations on trailer brake controllers. I need to add one and looking for first hand experience in selection and install. Any ideas are appreciated.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2016 | 09:24 PM
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I have had a PRODOGY controller on 3 different F150 trucks... Works great... applies pressure in response to pedal effort........ one truck had something else on it when I bought it... it would pulse the brakes on- off - on.... and bounce the trailer. The PRODOGY is adjustable for trailer weight and dead accurate.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2016 | 09:26 PM
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this one

Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Electronic Trailer Brake Control Controller 90885 New | eBay
 
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Old Jun 9, 2016 | 09:27 PM
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you can get one with a FORD plug on the end so it will plug right into your harness.. Harness is taped up under the dash by your right knee.
 
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I'll check those out. Thanks!
 
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As I posted over in the other forum, the Prodigy P-3 worked flawlessly in my 2006 F150 for years. Super easy to install, especially with the Ford pigtail, and even easier to set up and operate.
 
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Originally Posted by wrvond
As I posted over in the other forum, the Prodigy P-3 worked flawlessly in my 2006 F150 for years. Super easy to install, especially with the Ford pigtail, and even easier to set up and operate.
Thank you.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2016 | 03:54 PM
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I have the Primus and have zero complaints.
it also had an available Ford plug that just plugged in.

I've had it since 2006 and ould buy another today if I needed it.
seems like I remember having to plug in a relay that was included in the glovebox - but that was 10 years ago.
 
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