I have a minor dilemma here. I bought an F 250 to tow a 32 foot TT . The truck came with a Tekonsha Voyager brake controller ,a gain **** , and a level **** and 1 led on the unit , manufactured in 1997 , good for 2 axles.I have yet to try it.. I also have a TAP by Hoppy , brake Master with 10 leds , 2 controls for level and braking power, good for three axles.I have used this unit before , made in 2002, that worked well for me in the past. Both have manual brake slide as well.
Tha dilemma is , my friend needs one , and I don`t know which one to keep? I don`t have the time to compare the two , he needs it for the weekend!!

Please help!

Sty

 

The Voyager is inertia-activated, and the TAP is timing-activated.

From etrailer's website:

Inertia Activated
Pendulum Style Controllers are "enabled" by the brake pedal switch and "activated" by a Pendulum Circuit that senses the vehicle's stopping motion and applies a proportional voltage to the trailer's brakes. When properly adjusted the trailer will decelerate at the same speed as the tow vehicle. This increases braking efficiency and reduces brake wear.
Advantages: Pendulum style controllers operate well under adverse braking conditions and have a smooth braking action.
Disadvantages: Most inertia-activated controllers are bulky, more expensive, and must be mounted and calibrated level. The Tekonsha PRODIGY™ inertia-activated brake controller is the exception to most of these disadvantages.

Time Delay Activated
Solid state controllers are "enabled" by the brake pedal switch and apply a gradual voltage to the trailer's brakes using a Time Delay Circuit.
Advantages : Solid state controllers are inexpensive, have a low profile, and can be mounted on any angle (very user friendly).
Disadvantages: When towing (in most applications) with Hazard flashers on, the Digital Display will flash with the Hazard Flashers. If the Brake Control is set aggressively, pulsing may be felt in the trailer brakes. However the Pulse Preventer will isolate the Brake Control from the flashers and eliminate the flash/pulse situation.

Notice the word inexpensive (read "cheap") in the time delay description.

I've used Tekonsha's Envoy & Prodigy controllers, and I've had good service from both. Also, Tekonsha has been around for a long time. I'd keep the Voyager.

Steve

 

I second what Steina posted, I'd keep the Tekonsha. Next time you buy a brake controller check out the Tekonsha Prodigy.

 

I have no experience with these things, but one thing does stand out to me. One of them is already installed... so unless you get a post telling you that it is a bad choice, and you know it works, I would choose to leave what is already there in place

 

Thanks alot guys , I will keep the Tekonsha....

Sty