Brake Controller Recommendation for 2004 Chevy Suburban Towing R-Pod 17 with Trailer Brakes

Updated 08/20/2018 | Published 08/18/2018

Question:

Hi, Just out looking a smaller camper trailers the R POD 17 The sales person said I would need an ELECTRONIC BREAK SYSTEM installed? It has the factory towing package on the truck . . . What is the E Brake and how big of job is this to install it? Thanks

asked by: Joe F

Helpful Expert Reply:

Trailer brake controllers are designed to mount and install in your tow vehicle and give you a way to safely activate the brakes of your trailer as you are towing it. This is a very common requirement for towing and for your 2004 Chevy Suburban would be a very easy install as there is a port under the dash designed for plugging in a controller like with the install harness part # 3015-P which is a confirmed fit.

For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part # 90195. 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. This will be the last brake controller you buy. It can easily be transferred to future vehicles as well.

I also attached a help article on brake controllers for you to check out too.

expert reply by: Jameson C