Recommendation to Replace Factory Trailer Brake Controller on 2017 Toyota Tundra
Updated 05/18/2023 | Published 05/17/2023
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I have a 2017 Toyota Tundra with factory brake controller but have heard bad things about them. What are my options to replace with something that is reliable?
asked by: Cc V
Expert Reply:
If you're looking to switch to an aftermarket brake controller on your 2017 Toyota Tundra, the best option is the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller part # RED44FR which features a plug-in-play install when using the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers part # RED99FR. It can also install nice and clean when you use the Mounting Panel for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controller Control Knob part # 331-TPSI-002. I have a Toyota Tundra with a factory trailer brake controller as well and although haven't had any issues with it, if I were to replace it the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite would be what I used no question.
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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - Off-Road Mode - Up to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Splice-In
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Behind-Dash
- Up to 3 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Single Trailer Only
- Redarc
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