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Dec 1, 2018 | 06:29 PM

Glenn 10

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Brake Controller problem

Hi all, I am a new member. I have a 2011 F350 diesel dually that I tow an 18,000 lb 5th wheel with. I am having trouble with the braking system for the 5th wheel. The truck has the factory installed brake controller. I have checked the trailer brakes and they are like brand new even though I have 10,000 miles on then. I have tested the wiring for the trailer and it all appears good. When testing the controller output I found a 10 second delay before voltage is delivered to the trailer which is a long time in an emergency stop. I have had the controller tested at Ford and they see no problem with it. Has anyone had this problem before or know what the solution is? I tested a buddy's truck controller output and it goes to maximum 12 volt output within a second.

Dec 1, 2018 | 07:14 PM

5_labsownus

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Welcome to the FTE. We have plenty of forums and great people to help with problems.
We look forward to your questions and input.
If you post your question in the 99-16 SD forum or one of the towing forums for your application.
Stop by Your state Chapter or international Chapter and talk with others from your area.

Dec 1, 2018 | 08:31 PM

ctubutis

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Yeah, post in the 99-16 SuperDuty forum here:

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/forum30/

It looks like you're in Ontario, Canada? You might get to know some people here:

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/forum93/

Welcome to FTE!