Recommended Brake Controller and Wiring for 2018 Chevy 4500 Cutaway Motorhome

Published 05/27/2020

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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers

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Wiring Kit for 2, 4, 6, and 8 Brake Electric Trailer Brake Controllers

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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug-in w/ Bluetooth App - Up to 2 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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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - Off-Road Mode - Up to 3 Axles - Proportional

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Question:

Tks jason, will the curt echo that you offer work for my application. I have the 7 way already installed. May save me a few dollars and labor. Tks.

asked by: Charles R

Expert Reply:

For your 2018 Chevy 4500 Cutaway Chassis, the brake controller wiring you will need is the hardwiring kit # 5506 to connect to your 7-way. If you don't already have the 7-way then use # ETBC7 for your brake controller and trailer wiring.

For your brake controller, I recommend using the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR. This will give you a really clean look for your motorhome and it won't take up usable space.

expert reply by: Jason S

Charlotte

5/27/2020

Tks jason, will the curt echo that you offer work for my application. I have the 7 way already installed. May save me a few dollars and labor. Tks.

Jason S.

5/27/2020

Yes. Since you already have the 7-way, the Curt Echo # C51180 is a great option that will work well for you. It will absolutely save you some money because there isn't any installation cost. You simply plug it in and pull up the app on your mobile device to adjust the settings.