Brake controller

[C Schomer]

If you're looking for a better brake control like me, WAIT! I called Tekonsha. They are working on an automatic leveling control. If testing goes as planned, it will be out in late May. My Voyager works fine until coming down a steep grade - then the trailer brakes way too hard because the level adjustment doesn't know the difference. The new one will know - so they say! Craig

 

[Pat_in_Utah]

It's called the Tekonsha Prodigy. I have a brochure on it at home. It also has a feature to "lead" the trailer brakes before the truck brakes. Supposed to help prevent jack kniving. It has a digital readout of power going to the brakes. It self-adjusts to where ever you mount it or if going up a hill. It'll be around $110.

I heard May also.



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(on order) 2001. 9 White Sport RAM 2500HD QC SLT 4X4 LB 3. 54 LSD Cummins Auto

1999 21' Terry Towable
1990 Kawasaki KLR 250

 

[C Schomer]

Thanks,Pat! They're sending me a brochure. Sound like it will be worth the bucks!I may put up until I know it doesn't have any bugs. The new one also works in reverse. The current units don't because the pendulum only swings forward. Craig

[This message has been edited by C Schomer (edited 04-07-2001). ]

 

[boathead]

craig,
I recently installed the Reese digital controller on my '95, if you want to compare it to the Tekonsha, just another option for you. This unit works very well towing my 38' boat, which has elect. /hydraulic triple axle brakes. Here's the web page from "Pit Crew" where I bought mine: http://www.reesehitch.com/elec_brake_sys.html

good luck,
Paul

 

[C Schomer]

Boathead, does the Reese have self leveling? I think that makes real good sense! Craig

 

[Ray Torresdal]

Bring me up to speed, please. I'm just starting to look at a brake controller. What should I look for?

I'm also thinking about the Reese rails with gooseneck ball. I don't have a 5'er yet, but that would give me the option, should I rent one for vacation, or whatever. Does anyone else have something better??? Thanks in advance! Ray

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01 QC LWB 5 spd, trailer tow pkg, camper pkg

 

[C Schomer]

Ray, if you do a search, there's been some recent threads on brake controllers. They're far from being perfected! You need the inertia type(no hydlaulic connection)for ABS brakes so it doesn't screw up the ABS. Some co. makes one with a cable on the brake peddle but sounds like they've had problems. One thing for sure - don't buy a cheap entry level controller! Craig

 

[Fireman Dave]

Ray,

I have a Tekonsha Envoy. It works real well. I installed it myself using the factory pigtail.

Dave

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2001 2500; SLT; 4x4; QC; LWB; Auto; 3. 54 LS; 265s; Camper; Tow; Sliding Rear Window; Travel Convenience Group; Cab Clearance Lamps; BedRug; Forest Green; Isspro Pyro, Boost, and Trans Temp Gauges; 27' TT

 

[CUMAPART]

I have the Tekonsha VoyagerXp. It works very well and I'm satisfied with it. I'd like to check out that self leveler they are working on.

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2001. 5 2500 DARK GARNET QC LB 4X4 6SPD HO 3. 54 EVERYTHING BUT THE COWHIDE

 

[klenger]

Jordan makes the proportional brake controler that connects to the brake pedal with a cable. They make a good brake controller, but a really lousy web site. http://www.fortunecity.com/marina/finisterre/1228/jorjan/index.htm .

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Ken Lenger
2001. 5 2500 QC 4X4 SWB SLT, ETC/DDX 5 Speed, 3. 54 (no LSD), camper group, trailer folding mirrors, RBR CD/Radio, LT265/75R16E AT OWL tires, trailer tow group, Patroit Blue / Agate, Westin CPS Step Bars, Jordan Utlima Brake Controller, Weather_Guard 664 tool box/
Replaces 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8 which is for sale.
Trailite 21' Travel Trailer, ~4000 lbs loaded.

 

[Pat_in_Utah]

These folks have the best info on the Tekonsha Prodigy that I have found.
http://www.southwestwheel.com/brakecontrollers/brakecontrollers.htm

I just called them, they say end of May still #ad
I did pre-order one tho. $109 shipped.

Pat



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2001. 8 White Sport RAM 2500HD QC SLT 4X4 LB 3. 54 LSD Cummins Auto
My Ram Page

1999 21' Terry Lite Towable 5400# GVW
1990 Kawasaki KLR 250 Enduro

 

[Darrick]

try my source for the Tekonsha Prodigy www.brakecontroller.com

 

[Archive]

You guys are the GREATEST #ad
. I am trying to figure out what brake controller I need and the salesman was not as informed as you guys. Thank again #ad


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