Electric Over Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator Recommendation for 2008 Chevy Silverado

Published 06/16/2011

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Dexter BrakeRite SD Adapter for Ford/Chevy Integral Brake Controllers

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

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Dexter BrakeRite II Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Kit - Vented - 1,500 psi

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Gel Cell Breakaway Kit w/ 2 Batteries for Dexter BrakeRite Systems - 10 Ah - Top Load

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Question:

I have a 2008 Silverado 3500 Duramax with integrated brake controller. Will the above unit work with my 5th wheel trailer that has disk electric over hydraulic braking system? The system is manufactured by Dexter.

asked by: Larry S

Expert Reply:

For a trailer with electric over hydraulic brakes, you will first need an electric over hydraulic brake actuator. I recommend the Titan BrakeRite EHB electric-hydraulic actuator # T4813102. I have included a link to the installation details for you to view. Since your 2008 Chevy Silverado has a factory integrated brake controller, you will need an adapter, # T4845900, so the integrated brake controller and EHB unit can properly communicate.

The other option, and what many people do, is to use an aftermarket brake controller that is compatible with electric over hydraulic brakes, instead of using the factory controller and adapter. If you want to go with this option, I recommend the Tekonsha P2, # 90885.

For the actuator, I also recommend the gel cell breakaway kit, # T4822100. The kit includes two 5-amp hour batteries that provide the 15 minutes of trailer braking required by the Department of Transportation.

expert reply by: Michael H