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Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - Up to 3 Axles - Time Delayed
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Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - Up to 3 Axles - Time Delayed

Part Number: C74VV
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This compact brake controller fits nicely in your cab. You can mount it anywhere you like and it's only 1" thick. The LED display keeps it simple with bar indicators, while the large manual override is easy to reach in a pinch. Great Prices for the best trailer brake controller from CURT. Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - Up to 3 Axles - Time Delayed part number C74VV can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Brake Controller - C74VV

  • Electric
  • Electric over Hydraulic
  • Time Delayed Controller
  • Up to 3 Axles
  • CURT
  • Under-Dash
  • Under-Dash Box
  • Plug-In
  • LCD Display
  • Single Trailer Only

This compact brake controller fits nicely in your cab. You can mount it anywhere you like and it's only 1" thick. The LED display keeps it simple with bar indicators, while the large manual override is easy to reach in a pinch.


Features:

  • Time delayed: activates trailer brakes with preset intensity
  • Rocker switches control gain and load settings
  • Large pinch-trigger manual override
    • Easy to reach without taking your eyes off the road
  • LED display is simple
    • Shows settings as spectrum of bars
    • Displays error messages so you can troubleshoot
    • Adjusts brightness for best visibility
  • Auto-sleep mode prevents draining the battery
  • Self-diagnostics monitor trailer connection and check for shorts
  • No mounting restrictions: install anywhere at any angle
    • Included mounting bracket and hardware hold the unit flush against the dash
    • Plug-in, custom adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles


Specs:

  • Application: trailers with up to 3 axles (6 brake assemblies)
    • Compatible with low-volt, PWM , ABS , cruise control, and electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
  • Dimensions: 4" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1" thick
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Gain and Load Adjustment

Curt Venturer NEXT

Gain is the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes. How much braking output you need is determined by the weight of your trailer; a heavier trailer will need more power to bring it to a stop. You want to go as high as you can without the trailer brakes locking up.


Once you have the gain set, you can fine-tune your braking by adjusting the load control. This controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. If your vehicle takes too long to come to a stop, increase the setting. If it stops too abruptly, decrease the setting.


LED Display

The LED display on the Venturer is large and easy to read at a glance. It will show you what setting the brake controller is on as well as give you information for troubleshooting. You can adjust the screen brightness or trigger night mode so it won't glare obnoxiously on your dash.


Curt Venturer NEXT LED display

Installation

Because inertia plays no role in the functioning of this controller, you do not have to mount the unit at any particular angle. Your mounting options are limitless, so long as you can still easily access the controller and the manual override. The included bracket is designed to mount the brake controller flush to the dash so it takes up almost no space at all.


If your vehicle already has a plug-in brake controller wiring harness, just connect the unit to it. Otherwise, you will need to purchase a vehicle-specific wiring harness (sold separately) to plug into. If a harness is unavailable for your vehicle, hardwiring will be necessary.


Note: If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required:

20-Amp circuit breaker (9506P - sold separately) for 2- to 4-brake applications

30-Amp circuit breaker (38630 - sold separately) for 6- to 8-brake applications


If you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle, take a look at our exclusive 7- and 4-way brake control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately).


What is Time-Delayed Braking?

what is time-delayed braking

Time-delayed braking means that when you apply the brakes in your vehicle, the controller activates the trailer brakes at a pre-set intensity and rate. Both the amount of braking power (gain) and rate of application (load) can be adjusted to suit your preference, the road conditions, the type of trailer, and the weight of your load. To determine which levels are best for your application, test your towing setup and choose what feels right.



51116 Curt Venturer NEXT Time Based Trailer Brake Control - 1 to 3 Axles

Replaces Curt 51110

Installation Details C74VV Installation instructions


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Ratings & Reviews

4.8

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This compact brake controller fits nicely in your cab. You can mount it anywhere you like and it's only 1" thick. The LED display keeps it simple with bar indicators, while the large manual override is easy to reach in a pinch.

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E trailer always have what I need



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Very easy to install.



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Product is perfect! Kaitlyn made sure I hade everything for my truck that it was the correct part and kept me posted until my item arrived!! Will always come back here for parts!!



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Works as described! Installation was easy and instructions were clear. I needed to install a fuse in stud 1 spot on my 2007 GMC sierra classic, but after that, the brake controller activated my electric over hydraulic brakes on my triple axle boat trailer.
Couldn’t imagine what else would be needed beyond what’s offered here.



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Easy install, Works perfect



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Great service



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Simple install. Plug right up.simple to use. No issues. Works properly.



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I received my order on time with all the correct attachments. Super simple to install with the helpful installation guide. I will definitely recommend you guys. Thanks again. S.V.



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It was great, extremely easy to install and works perfectly just as expected.


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