Parts Needed to Install a 7-Way Trailer Connector and Brake Controller on a 2010 Chevrolet Express

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Hello. I have a 2010 Chevy express van that does not have a brake controller installed. I will be towing a dual Axle trailer. It does have a 4 pin attachment installed. please give me a list of what to purchase. thanks. also I have seen some of your videos but if you give me a link to more of my situation I would appreciate. thanks again

asked by: Dave C

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To use an electric brake controller in your 2010 Chevy Express you need to convert the 4-way trailer connetor to a 7-way. The easiest way to do this is using our # ETBC7 kit. The connector and wiring is included in the kit and I've linked a video showing it installed on a 2012 van. The process will be the same as on your 2010.

You also need a brake controller. I recommend the Prodigy P3, part # 90195 because of how reliable and easy to use it is. It's one of our top sellers.

expert reply by: Charles S

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The Primus IQ #TK90160 doesn't have instructions that come with a wiring diagram, but we have a picture/diagram on our site that shows which wires are connected to which functions on your vehicle. I attached the diagram for you to view, the wires…

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Answer 2

Although the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 #90195 and Primus IQ #TK90160 electric brake controllers are very similar they do have some key differences as well. For one the P3 is designed to work with electric and electric over hydraulic brake systems. The…

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You should be using a 16 gauge wire for red wire that connects to the brake switch when installing the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller #TK90160. This is the same size wire of the Pigtail #20127 that comes with the controller. Both the…

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For your 12V wiring to your 7-way, we have people running many different things off that 12V wire. 12 gauge or even better 10 gauge ensures that the power is transferred timely and accurately. We have a kit for brake controllers and 12V wiring for…

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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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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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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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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Answer 10

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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Answer 11

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 12

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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