brake controller

[Casey Balvert]

EB. Thanks a lot for the pictures. Appreciate the trouble you went to.



Klenger, any thoughts about adding the EGT and Boost options to yours?



Casey

 

[klenger]

I'm waiting for specifics about the EGT/boost option. Of course, I'm also waiting for my truck; it's on hold because of the exhaust clamp issue.

 

[Briman]

I had a Jordan on my last truck and it is a very good controller. I still have it and will not install it until Ken has finished with his SmartBrake installation. I will look forward to hearing a direct comparison between the Jordon and BrakeSmart.



I do think that the Jordan is a good value, great performance at a good price.

 

[Fireman]

Ken,



I believe I read in the installation manual that the hose was used because when tightened the "T" may be at an awkard angle or position.



Fireman

 

[klenger]

I got an email from BrakeSmart about my question (they have been watching us). Here is their response:



Hello Ken,

I have noticed a couple of your posts at the Turbo Diesel Registry Forum site and thought I would give you some input concerning the hose for the sensor installation. It is not absolutely necessary to use the hose. The main reason the hose is included is to make room for the sensor install. After installing the tee into the master cylinder the angle of the sensor port may be at an awkward angle in relation to other components in the engine compartment. If this turns out to be the case, the hose allows for more room with a remote installation of the sensor. If you do not use the hose, bleeding the volume of the tee is still necessary. That will not be much. I have found it easier to install and bleed using the hose for Dodge, Ford, And Chevrolet. The Ford is basically a "must do" because of air cleaner interference. The new Chevrolet/GMC trucks have lots of room for the sensor install and sensor harness route. The Dodge sensor install (the one that matters) is somewhere in the middle. I have seen nstalls both with and without on earlier model Dodges. All of the 04 installs have used the hose. Also, instructing to use the hose helps keep installation "uniform" across all makes and models.

I want to thank you once again for your business and I hope you do not find this email an intrusion. Please do not hesitate to ontact me if you have any questions, comments or suggestions.



Sincerely,

Steve Guidry

The BrakeSmart Co.



I also asked about the Boost/EGT option. Here is the response:



Unfortunately, I cannot give you a definite answer to your question. I feel that it's still going to be several weeks before the product is ready to go. We're spending a lot of time getting the best possible installation for all models put together.

 

[Chipstien]

How does the graphite Brakesmart match with the agate interior?

 

[Chipstien]

I don't really have a problem with my Voyager for as often as I tow. That being said, getting something like the Brakesmart would be nice cause you wouldn't have to keep changing the controller for hills and flats.

 

[klenger]

How does the graphite Brakesmart match with the agate interior?

The graphite is almost black. I'll let you know how well it matches when I get the truck.

 

[Chipstien]

Originally posted by klenger

The graphite is almost black. I'll let you know how well it matches when I get the truck.

So you did get the graphite and not black correct?

 

[klenger]

Correct, I got the graphite.

 

[Hunter1]

Prodigy



Simple to install, just awesome in every way, and cheeep!



Hunter1

 

[Chipstien]

Klenger... ... get it installed?Oo. Oo. Oo.

 

[klenger]

Funny you should ask. I update my website last night and tried to post the link here, but Steve had the site shut down because of the hack.



Here is a link to the pics. I have not towed with it yet. Still need to install the hitch. Install was done before I knew it. Very clean and easy. No cutting, splicing, adjusting, etc.



http://www.klenger.net/dodge/brakesmart/slide01.html

 

[J D Moore]

Very impressive slide show. Your web site is a great reference source. Thanks for all the help.

Jim

 

[Chipstien]

Sweet, looks like the graphite is almost an exact match to the agate interior. I realize you haven't towed with it but what is your impression of the Brakesmart, ie quality, craftsmanship etc. etc. etc. Can't wait to get mine.

 

[EB]

With almost 40k miles of towing with mine, I believe everyone will be very happy with the performance of the unit.