Should I Get a Proportional or Time-Delayed Brake Controller

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I have a tandem axle enclosed trailer. Do you recommend a proportional or a time delayed brake controller?

asked by: Rob

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The best brake controller option to go with is one that activates the brakes proportionally instead of time delayed. A proportional brake controller will activate the trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the tow vehicle brakes whereas a time delayed brake controller will activate the brakes at a predetermined time and intensity once the brake pedal is pressed in the tow vehicle. This can cause uneven wear of the brakes and tires. Proportional brake controllers have to be mounted in a certain orientation and tend to slightly cost more and are slightly bigger, but that has been changing with recent models.

For your 2010 Nissan Titan that has the factory 7-Way I recommend using the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195. This is one of the most popular brake controllers that we have and it has received excellent reviews from customers. It is very easy to setup and use, plus it has storable settings for people who have a couple of different towing setups.

This will simply plug into the connector under your driver side dash using the Adapter # 3050-P. I have attached a video of this brake controller and adapter being installed on a 2005 Titan for you to use as a reference.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

Actually, the P3 now has the upgraded axis accelerometer like the P2. The Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller #90195, will work with both electric over hydraulic brakes on the trailer as well as electric brakes. It has a menu option on the display…

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For your 2024 Nissan Frontier I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller #RED24FR. I like the Liberty because it is simple, reliable, and looks great in any vehicle. The main unit installs behind the dash, so only the control knob will…

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The 2010 Chevy Silverado will have a wire bundle tucked up under the dash, to the left of the steering column, held together with a white tag. The tag should also have the wire functions on it but we have learned that they are as follows: Red/black…

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Hey Jeffrey, so we have just what you are looking for with the Prodigy P3 part #90195. This controller has an EOH setting to allow it to be used with the type of brakes your trailer will have and is widely considered to be the best controller on the…

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Hey Joe, while I don't know what brake controller you have you should be able to unplug it from the back of the brake controller and that would accomplish what you are wanting. What brake controller do you have?

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First, you need to make sure that your 2014 Mercedes ML350 is rated for use with weight distribution. The trailer hitch should have a sticker on it and it should show 2 tongue weight capacity ratings if the hitch is rated for weight distribution. The…

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Electric tongue jacks like the Electric Jack w/ Footplate - A-Frame - 25-1/8" Lift - 3.5K - Black #EJ-3520-BBX are designed to use a 12v power so if you want constant power I recommend using a trailer battery for connection. If you only want…

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Answer 8

The wires for the brake controller on your 2002 Ford Explorer will be in one of two locations. They may be under the dash on the drivers side of the vehicle left of the steering column or behind the glove box on the passenger side. If your vehicle…

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It's not exactly cut and dry but the owner's manual for a 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz does alluded to the use of a sway control type hitch sometimes known as a weight distribution system. That said, if you are unsure or uneasy it's always…

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The overload warning you are seeing indicates that the P3, #90195, detects an excessive current overload condition during operation. This means that there is most likely a short in the brake output wire. The P3 has diagnostic troubleshooting…

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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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Answer 12

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado does not have a plug-in adapter for a brake controller such as the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part #90195. However, the wires that will need to be hardwired into the adapter are already present on the…

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