Recommended Brake Controller With Full Display for 1998 Chevy C/K Series Truck

Updated 06/26/2020 | Published 06/25/2020

Question:

i have a drawtite brake booster in my 98 chev dually. it does not have a control screen...i hate it because i can not put it back in the same spot from trailer to trailer depending on trailer brake sensitivity. so, i want something better. what do you suggest? i want quality...dont use this truck a lot but i can not stand the jerking from over setting it. thanks, jason

asked by: Jason C

Expert Reply:

The Tekonsha P3, part # 90195 would do exactly what you're looking for. The controller offers a full display showing how much power is being delivered to the trailer brakes during each braking event. It also will keep you apprised of any problems that might occur in your braking system by delivering a visual alert on the display. The controller also provides 5 different presets, so you can set it up for 5 different trailers and toggle through them easily.

If you're looking for something less expensive, you could use the Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160. The Primus doesn't have the presets, but it does feature an LED display that tells you how much power is being delivered to the trailer brakes according to how the controller is set which will be much more helpful than the controller you're using now. I've linked to product description videos for both controllers.

expert reply by: Mike L