Which Curt Echo is Better? The Inline or Under Dash

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2023 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E Is there a performance difference between the Curt Echo Under Dash and the Inline controllers? I would think it would be best to hook into the provided Honda wiring but I guess that is my question

asked by: Jon B

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Expert Reply:

Hey Jon, so in theory the inline Echo Mobile part # C51180 and the under dash part # C27JR should perform the same but we have found that the under dash version works a lot better so it would be the way to go. Overall performance and connectivity just is more consistent. It's also not easy for a thief to potentially steal like the C51180. Which to install it in your 2023 Honda Ridgeline all you would need is the part # C51392 and you'd be set.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hello. The etrailer Electric Trailer Jacks #e55ZV and #e23ZV do have a manual backup option. You just remove the rubber cap on top of the housing and you can use the included manual crank to raise/lower the jack. Take a look at the picture below and…

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Answer 2

Generally when the Curt Echo Under-Dash #C27JR says the 7-way is disconnected but it isn't, the issue is actually the 7-way is problematic, either on your vehicle or trailer. I'd check to make sure the 7-way on both does not have bent pins,…

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Answer 3

The Lippert Smart Jack Electric Trailer Jack part #LC643589 is a good innovative option with memory features but it does have a design flaw in my opinion. The touchpad or controls are on the top of the jack. The reason that this is a problem is…

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Answer 4

Hello Chad, thanks for reaching out. Sounds like you are on the right track here. The Curt #C56413 is correct for your 2016 Ford F-150 XLT, and you can use the #C36GJ socket to make it into a 7-way/4-flat combo. Those two parts actually cover…

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Answer 5

Hello Frank, thanks for reaching out. Sounds like typical Ford for you lol. We do have a plug-in brake controller option for the 2025 Ford F-250. For that I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness #RED67CR since it…

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Answer 6

Hello Josh, that is actually a really good question. The Curt Echo In-Line Bluetooth Brake Controller #C79DR does have the ability to work with the 7-way in your bed, and the one on your bumper. What you will want to do is install the controller…

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Answer 7

Hey Jon, sorry to hear about the issues you had with the Curt Echo #C51180. The feedback we've gotten on the Tekonsha RF part #TK94FR is that it works really well and there's no delay. The Echo hasn't been super reliable in a few ways so…

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Answer 8

Hello Dan, thanks for reaching out. The best way to add a 7-way and brake controller to your 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe with an aftermarket 4-pin is by using the Universal Installation Kit #ETBC7. This kit contains everything you need to upgrade the…

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Answer 9

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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