Recommended Brake Controller and Plug in Adapter for a 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/03/2024
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I recently bought a 2003 Silverado 1500 HD. it doesnt have a brake controller and I plan to pull a 2 axle 24 foot travel trailer with it. what do you have available for a controller along with any adapters needed for it
asked by: Raymond H
Expert Reply:
Congrats on your new purchase Raymond! The best brake controller with a plug in adapter for your 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 is the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 w/ Custom Harness item # TK33UR. This is a proportional brake controller that automatically adjusts your trailer's braking based on the deceleration of your Silverado. It stops your trailer with the same amount of force you are stopping or slowing your truck. This is not only the safest type of controller but also the easiest on both the tow vehicle and trailer.
The included plug in adapter mounts inside the black box that is attached to the firewall behind your emergency brake. I have linked an installation video below so you can see how to get the P2 item # TK33UR set up.
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Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Time Delayed Controller
- Electric
- Plug-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 2 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Single Trailer Only
- Tekonsha
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Jerred H.
12/15/2025
Hey Raymond, how did things go with the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 and the custom harness on your Silverado? Did the proportional braking feel smooth when towing your travel trailer? Your feedback could really help others setting up a similar rig.