Brake Controller Recommendation for 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500

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My truck is a 2015 Chevy Silverado LS regular cab short box with the 4.3 v6 that doesnt have the factory tow package. What brake controller should I get that comes with a plug and play harness?

asked by: Tom

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Hey Tom, I would highly recommend the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty part # RED26CR kit. This gives you a really nice brake controller that works well and only puts a small knob on the dash of the truck and comes with the correct install harness to fit your 2015 Chevy Silverado as well so it installs easily. What are you planning on towing?

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Tom

4/23/2026

I'm planning to tow a small camper.

Jameson C.

4/23/2026

@Tom oh nice! Yeah the Redarc would work great for that.

Chris

4/24/2026

Easy install, works great.

Jameson C.

4/27/2026

@Chris glad you like it!!

Answer 1

Hi Brendan, cool truck! I have the same one. ^___^ I think your best bet will be the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness - Dash Knob - Up to 2 Axles - Proportional #RED26CR. This can handle 1 to 2 axles, works with electric and…

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Answer 2

If you need to tow with the tailgate down so you can haul your ATV in the truck bed then the most common solution for this is to use an extended weight distribution shank, the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part #EQ90-02-4600. This should provide…

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Answer 3

For your 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500 you will actually need to use brake controller wiring harness #3016. If you also need a brake controller I recommend the Tekonsha P3, #90195. This versatile controller has easy to read diagnostics, presets you can…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

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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Answer 7

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 8

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 9

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 10

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 11

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 12

Actually, the P3 now has the upgraded axis accelerometer like the P2. The Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller #90195, will work with both electric over hydraulic brakes on the trailer as well as electric brakes. It has a menu option on the display…

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