Brake Controller and Installation Recommendation for a 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500
Updated 12/08/2015 | Published 12/07/2015
Question:
once 2008 chevrolet 2500 wires under hood hooked for trailer brakes the trailer brakes controlled by truck pedal brake ?
asked by: Gar T
Expert Reply:
Once you make all of the under hood connections on your 2008 Chevy Silverado to activate the trailer brake controller circuit you will be able to install a brake controller to activate the trailer's brakes, but they would not be directly controlled by the brake pedal.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate amount to the trailer brakes.
I attached an install video that shows this controller being installed in a 2008 Chevy Silverado for you to check out as well.
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Twist-in, 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector for Chevy and GMC Vehicles - Vehicle End
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- No Converter
- No Tow Package
- 7 Blade
- Plug Only
- Pollak
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