Curt Discovery NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed
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Curt Discovery NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed
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CURT Trailer Brake Controller - C84VV
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Time Delayed Controller
- Up to 4 Axles
- CURT
- LCD Display
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Automatic Leveling
- Up to 360 Degrees
An easy-to-read digital number display, 10 power levels, and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to use. Installation is simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.
Features:
- Brake controller activates trailer brakes with preset intensity
- Adjustable power output control lets you select the amount of braking force
- Rocker switches located on left front of module for easy access
- 10 Gain settings and 9 load settings allow you to adapt to various driving conditions
- Select a higher setting for harder braking and lower for more gradual braking
- Pinch-trigger manual override is within easy reach for controlling trailer sway or stopping in emergencies
- Simple LED display shows the amount of power output
- Self-diagnostics monitor trailer connection and check for shorts
- LCD display shows power adjustments in 0.5 increments
- Brightness is adjustable for optimal visibility
- Auto-sleep mode prevents battery drain after 5 minutes of idle time
- Quick and easy installation with no mounting restrictions
- No need to mount level - install anywhere at any angle
- Included mounting bracket and hardware designed to hold the brake controller flush against the dash
- Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake control adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles to reduce installation time
Specs:
- Application: trailers with up to 4 axles (8 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" tall
- Limited lifetime warranty
Gain Adjustment
Gain control lets you set the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes, adjusting in increments of 0.5. 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. Typically, the gain is only readjusted when you experience changing road conditions or if the weight of your trailer changes. To get more power to your brakes, press the upper orange rocker switch. To decrease the gain, press the lower switch. When you make your adjustment, the gain setting will show on the LED screen for 10 seconds as a series of bars and then go into sleep mode.
Load Control
Once you have the gain set, you can fine-tune your braking by adjusting the load control on a scale of 1 to 9. This controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. Load control can get the braking power to your trailer faster and with more intensity so that it doesn't push your tow vehicle forward. If your vehicle takes too long to come to a stop, increase the setting by pressing the upper black rocker switch. If it stops too abruptly, decrease the setting by pressing the lower switch. You can alter the setting to suit your driving preferences or to improve handling based on changing road conditions or varied trailer loads.
Pinch-Trigger Manual Override
The Discovery comes with a easy-to-reach, pinch-trigger manual override, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just push in the trigger. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you're cruising.
LED Display
The LED display on the Discovery 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. Press the control button to cycle through the different modes.
Quick 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
See also etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.
Time-Delayed Braking
The Curt Discovery comes equipped with time-delayed braking. Every time you apply the brakes in your vehicle, a signal is sent - via the brake switch - to the Discovery. The controller then sends power out to your trailer brakes to activate them with an intensity set by you, at a rate determined by you. 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.
51126 Curt Discovery NEXT Time Delay Trailer Brake Control - 1 to 4 Axles
Replaces Curt 51120
Installation Details
Customer Satisfaction Score:
96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
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Customer Reviews
Curt Discovery NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed - C84VV
Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars (2 Customer Reviews)
An easy-to-read digital number display, 10 power levels, and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to use. Installation is simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.by: Sidney 09/21/2023
Like its compact size and simple operat ion.
by: Dusten09/21/2023
Very helpful, knowledgeable and friendl y!
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