Recommended Brake Controller And Installation On 2013 Ram 2500

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I have a 13 Ram 2500, I hate the factory installed brake controller, im interested in the Prodigy P3, first are they a good alternative, and what do I need to change it and does the dealer have to go in to my computer and turn off there unit. Thanks

asked by: Bob H

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The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 is a favorite. This unit has the same components as the poplular P2 with a few upgrades that would make me choose it over the Prodigy P2 # 90885. It is a proportional brake controller that gives you super easy to read and understand infomation on an LCD screen. There is no code deciphering, just real time infomation and great functionality that is customizable to your driving preferences. You can use the custom wiring adapter # 3023-P.

I have attached a couple articles to help. Yes, you will need the dealer to change some things so you don't get the codes from your integrated unit.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

What is really frustrating about factory integrated brake controllers is that even the ones that say they are compatible with electric over hydraulic brakes don't always work properly. The factory controller of your 2013 Ram 3500 is supposed to…

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Like you said, many factory integrated brake controllers will not work well with electric over hydraulic trailer braking systems. Some of the newer versions of these controllers now have an electric over hydraulic mode. Check to see if any of your…

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I called my contact at Tekonsha and asked about replacing the Dodge Integrated Brake Controller if the truck is a 2010 through 2015. If you have a different year Ram just let me know and I can make some recommendations that will work for you. They…

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There are only certain brake controllers that are compatible with the Powernet multiplex electrical system in the 2013 Ram trucks but the Pilot controller is not one of them; even if you have the proper harness. The harness is #3023-P and I recommend…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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