Brake Controller Recommendation for 2009 Toyota Tacoma

Published 04/27/2017

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Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed

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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional

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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires

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Question:

I have an 09 tacoma prerunner V6 no tow packeage would need the whole set up and would be towing Aliner scout maybe 1200 lbs. would this controller be sufficent? and could you send me a parts list. I already installed a class 3 hitch. any help would be appreciated.

asked by: Ron

Helpful Expert Reply:

You will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the # 118496.

From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install video for this product as well.

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. The part # 39523 will work but it applies a preset amount of voltage to the trailer's brakes so it won't be as accurate as you would ideally want.

expert reply by: Jameson C