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Simple and rugged, this time-delay brake controller is able to install in any direction, even upside down. Includes a large digital display with a dark smoke lens that can be read even in direct sunlight. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.
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The Pro Series Pilot 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 Pilot. 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. The amount of braking power (output) 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.
Braking output 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 set the braking output as high as you can without locking up the brakes. Once you've set up the brake controller the first time, you shouldn't need to adjust the settings until the trailer load changes, you switch trailers, or road conditions change. Use the thumbwheel on the side to change the braking output level. The output setting will appear as a number on the digital display, with a higher number indicating higher braking power.
The Pro Series Pilot keeps the manual override within easy reach on the front of the module, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. Push the slide-bar to 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.
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 manual override. The Pilot is especially flexible; its microprocessor allows the controller to even be mounted upside down, and it will still give you a readable display. The Pilot can go wherever you need it. Plus, the included wiring adapter eases installation overall. The custom connector end plugs into the port on your vehicle and the other end plugs into the controller.
You can use etrailer'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.
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Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today, we're going to be taking a look at part number 80550. This is the Pilot 2-6 Brake Time Delayed Electronic Brake Controller from Pro Series. It's going to work for 2-6 brakes, which is going to be up to 3 brake axles. One of the main features I want to show you is the large, easy to read dual-digital disk play. I have it connected to our power source. That way, you can just get a really quick look at how easy that display is to see.
Nice, quick response time too. Please keep in mind that this installer must be installed with a 12 volt negative ground system. It's going to provide flexible mounting options and can be installed in any direction. It's got a microprocessor that's going to allow the controller to be mounted upside down and still have a readable display. It's got a feature protection against short circuit or loss of ground. A standard mounting bracket is included as well as the hardware needed to get it attached.
That's going to go on the side here towards the back of the controller. It's got the mounting slots in there and then you can see the different options that you have as far as a versatile mount. This inaudible 00:01:12 right here is going to be the ball mount interface. It's an optional mounting ball pivot kit that we sell that works with this. It's sold separately. You can find that with part number 5298.
A pulse preventer is also recommended. That's available and sold separately with part number 5501. The wheel on this side of the controller is designed to control and adjust the breaking power. This right here is going to be the manual override or the manual slide knob. The wiring system is a simple plug and play feature that allows for easy and quick connection and disconnection. This is designed for use with electric brakes.
It's going to give us an overall width of 3 1/2 inches, overall length of 4 3/4 of an inch, and then an overall height of about 1 9/16ths of an inch. It's going to be covered with a limited lifetime warranty. If a custom break wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required: Either a 20 amp circuit breaker for 2-4 brake applications or a 30 amp circuit breaker for 6-8 brake applications. When it comes to the wiring on this system, your white wire is going to be your ground. Your black is going to be for the positive battery. Your red is going to be for the cold side of the stop light switch, and then your blue wire is going to be for the brake output to the trailer. That's going to do it for our review of part number 80550. This is the Pilot 2-6 Brake Time Delayed Electronic Brake Controller from Pro Series. .
The product fit perfectly.
Excellent product!
good value but the swivel mount being optional should be made more clear
This was a breeze to install. It plugged right in to the factory system and I was ready to tow. The settings are easy to read and change. I highly recommend this product.
Super fast shipping. Great communication. Installation couldn't have been easier. Absolutely would do business with again.
Arrived on time. Install into 2005 f250 was simple using the plug in wiring harness I order with the Prodigy 3. I removed the in dash storage pocket and cut a hole in the back of the pocket to run the wiring harness, reinstalled pocket, installed bracket, plugged up controller. Looks great (see pic)
I have not pulled trailer yet but expect great performance. Thanks etrailer
Installed these on a 41' Landmark Key Largo and, holy cow, I can stop it now! Wish I'd had these in the mountains!. Product arrived intact but boxes were nearly destroyed. Need heavier packaging for the weight. But everything was present with no damage.
Installation was straight forward with no issues encountered. Take some time to plan your brake line installation to avoid future problems. I installed some square tubing across the frame to mount things to because there wasn't anything there. Nothing beneath the chloroplast in that area that would need servicing so it should work out well.
These were well worth the time and money. Just pull out in front of me now! (No please don't.)
I ordered the Tekonsha P3, and the Ford wiring harness to replace a failed factory trailer brake controller. Installation was less than 10 minutes. ETrailer is so on it, I received a call the day I ordered saying I had missed the shipping cut off for the day, I had paid for 2nd day, and she wanted to make sure I was ok with still going that route. Crazy good on the customer service. Thank you very much. Everything was as advertised. Video service on your website was a huge help as well.
Great deal
easy to use brake box
Great product
eTrailer provides superior advice as well as excellent pricing and delivery. Based on eTrailer's recommendation, we installed the Tekonsha P-3 Proportional Brake Controller (PN 90195) along with the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford (PN 3065-P) on our 2005 F250 Super Duty to replace the OEM controller due to the OEM controller sending insufficient voltage to our 40ft., 26000lb., GVW FB trailer brakes. It took less than 20 minutes to install and works perfectly. It easily adjusts to advance or slow trailer braking and the inertial sensor on this unit works flawlessly. We are extremely happy with these products. Now if only we could permanently disable the TBC error warning light on the dashboard.
I can not say enough about how great E trailer and James were to deal with. I had 2 brake controllers fail exactly 1 month after they were installed and this company stood behind their warranty and replaced them both. After the second failure I brought my F350 to my mechanic. He spoke to the tech experts at E trailer and discovered the problem may have been excessive ripple/noise in the output of my alternator. We replaced the alter and E trailer sent a third controller to my mechanic. It has worked flawlessly since that repair. These folks are the best at customer service, I can't express my appreciation enough. I will only use and recommend them in the future.
Plug-in adapter was an exact match for the Ford wiring harness. Connecting to the new brake controller literally took seconds.
My break controller was shipped fast and was easy to install (less than 5 minutes).
I haven't used it yet but will try it out in the next few weeks.
Fast shipment and works great. Really makes a difference with the trailer slowing down and breaking on the mountain roads in Colorado.
we Purchased an additional tow vehicle for our 5th wheel so we purchased another P3 brake controller from etrailer. Very simple product to install to your factory controller if it has one already. If not it takes a touch more effort to find the wires under the dash, but we love this controller and the ease of use and features it has
Received the Tekonsha P3 brake controller and wiring adaptor the other day. Installation couldn't be easier, a ten minute job thanks to the pictures on etrailer showing where to find the tow package plug on my truck. Great little unit with tons of features.. Shipping was extremely quick!
The brake wiring has been in place for a year + and is working well. etrailer is always my first choice on anything related to my vehicles and trailers.
Plugged right in. Now my trailer brakes work. My truck is an xlt so, it didn't come with a factory trailer brake controller but, the harness was there.
Plug and play installation made this incredibly simple. I went to 3 autoparts stores prior to ordering from etrailer, and nobody had anything that would fit the factory connection on my 2005 F250 superduty. Went online and found exactly what I needed. Shipping was quick, and had it installed about 10 mins after opening the package. Etrailer's videos are great.
Excellent customer service -quick turn around on order! The Brake controller and wiring harness were a great fit and easy to install... glad to finally be rid of the typical "TBC Fault" issues that plague the factory equipment! Thanks again E-Trailer!
Great service Stacy A spent time explaining options, Pros and cons. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Product works great - F250 trailer brake controller Tekonsha P3 was a breeze to install. Better then factory!
Well designed, great length, simply plug and play. Once I had access to the brake controller plug in my 2006 f250, this adapter plugged right into it. I plugged the other end into my new brake controller and it was running.
Works a described. Plugged right in to our motor home then into the brake controller box.
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