Replacement Knob Assembly for Curt Spectrum Brake Controller Review Video

Hey Riley! Based on what you're describing with the random lights and flashing green it sounds like your Curt Spectrum #C51170 has an internal issue. Green flashing isn't even part of the troubleshooting guide and since you aren't hooked…

According to the instructions for the Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller #C51170 there are 2 reasons why the lights should be flashing. The first is if it's flashing red and yellow which means the brake controller is overloaded or there is a…

It sounds like the sensitivity needs to be adjusted on your Curt Spectrum #C51170 since it is too aggressive leading to the jumpy stop. To adjust the output and sensitivity you want to follow the instructions. This means you only make adjustments…

Hey Matt, the Curt Spectrum brake controller part #C51170 should show blue lights on the edges when there is no trailer connected so your not having any lights at all would indicate that you have a wiring issue for the brake controller. The black…

I reached out to Curt who informed me the single red light on your Curt Spectrum Brake Controller #C51170 indicates there is an issue in the wiring for your vehicle going to the trailer. This could still mean the controller itself is faulty. A bench…

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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.

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…

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…

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

To install a Redarc Tow Pro Liberty in your 2023 Toyota Tacoma Sport you will need the following parts: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller item #RED24FR Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers item #RED99FR…