Trailer Brake Controller
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Trailer Brake Controller
I just noticed that on page 13 (very Btm right, note #2) of the new 2011 Super Duty Brochure says: "Trailer Brake Controller verfied to be compatible with electrically actuated drum brakes only."
So, if I have a new 1/5th whl trailer with disk brakes it's not compatible & have to buy another controller also? That sounds screwy!!
So, if I have a new 1/5th whl trailer with disk brakes it's not compatible & have to buy another controller also? That sounds screwy!!
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The factory contoller in my 05 wouldn't work with the Elec/Hyd. drum brakes that was on a 2003 model trailer. Dexter axle said they changed some things to make the newer trailers work with the factory controller. I just put a second brake control and a second 7 way connection on my truck. Now alot of the newer trailers have Elec/Hyd. disc brakes. I just wish all this stuff was more standerdized.
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Ford has been putting that CYA statement in their documents since the introduction of the IBC. There are only one or two brands of brake controller that are not compatible. I have a Dexter system on my triple axle trailer and I love the integration between the Dexter hydraulic disk brakes on the trailer, the IBC and the transmission Tow/Haul mode.
If you have a Carlisle system, you may need to purchase an extra module from Carlisle to make the IBC compatible.
As a last resort, you could always do the Government Motors Corporation IBC fix and wire a couple of brake magnets into the wiring to fool the IBC.
If you have a Carlisle system, you may need to purchase an extra module from Carlisle to make the IBC compatible.
As a last resort, you could always do the Government Motors Corporation IBC fix and wire a couple of brake magnets into the wiring to fool the IBC.
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