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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 01:30 AM
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Brake controller buzz

Hey guys, I'm new to this forum as I just bought a 97 F350 PS 4x4. I have been on the excursion forum for a while though. I've learned a ton from you guys (and gals) already. I can't wait to change my downpipe and get some rear discs on this rig. I did the napa filter conversion already. NICE!

The truck came with a brake controller already installed, but it makes the AM radio buzz like crazy any time I step on the brakes. I am not so great with electronics, do you think the controller is wired in wrong somehow? It works fine, but the radio noise is driving me crazy.

Thanks, Dale
 
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 06:31 AM
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Check the grounds on both th eradio and the controller.
 
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 06:40 AM
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On mine kind of depends where I'm at. In town where AM stations are strong can't hear the buzz at all. If I get out of town where the AM stations are weak then it will buzz like crazy. Then I just throw in a CD.
 
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Old Jan 28, 2009 | 10:02 AM
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What Neal said and IIRC there is a RF choke u can use but I am having a senior moment and can't remember where to put it. Hey Travis jump in here and jog my memory with your lectrical talent.
 
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