Brake Controller and 7-Way Recommendations for 2008 Ford E250
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/02/2025
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I have a 2008 ford e250 van that has a hitch but I need to install a trailer brake controller, a 7 pin plug a d the wiring and directions for it. Can you help me with this?
asked by: Tim
Expert Reply:
Hey Tim, for your 2008 Ford E250 van the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 part # 90195 would be a really great option. To wire it to your van you'd first need a 4-way like the part # C56020 and then to convert it to a 7-way so that you could wire in a brake controller you would need the part # ETBC7 and you'd have everything.
I attached an install video for this that will walk you through the entire process as well.
The P3 is widely considered to be the gold standard for brake controllers because of how well it works and how reliable it is. Think this would work for you?
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Splice-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Multiple Trailers
- Tekonsha
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Jameson C.
10/30/2025
Hey Tim, how did things go wiring the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 and the 7-way setup on your E250 van? Your results could really help others working through the same project.