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07-14-2015, 07:17 AM
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Rivet Master
1971 25' Tradewind
1993 34' Excella
Currently Looking...
Estancia
, New Mexico
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 7,743
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Brake Controller Recommendations
What brake controller would you recommend for a 2008 Ram 2500?
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07-14-2015, 07:22 AM
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2020 Classic 33
Box Elder
, South Dakota
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 1,731
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Prodigy P3 unless it has a built in controller. There have been other forum posts where the built in controller had issues. So if you have the built in try it other wise Prodigy.
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Gary
2020 Classic 33 Twin, 2019 Ram 3500 Longhorn, ProPride
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07-14-2015, 07:30 AM
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Regular Guy
1978 31' Sovereign
Hot Springs
, Arkansas
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 603
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I LOVE the P3. I do believe it's the best controller made thus far.
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07-14-2015, 07:33 AM
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2 Rivet Member
Castle Rock
, Colorado
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 22
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P3, I have it on my 14 Jeep diesel. Works great.
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07-14-2015, 07:47 AM
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1987 Avion 34W owner
Vintage Kin Owner
Good Ol'
, USA
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 2,090
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I have been using the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller (1 to 3 Axles - Proportional) installed in our 1995 F250 to control the brakes on our 1987 Avion 34W. It installed easily in our truck because it was already wired for towing. All I had to do was find a place to mount the bracket. It fit nicely in an existing cubbyhole at about 5 o'clock in relation to the steering wheel.
Between the controller and 6 new brake assemblies, It has done a great job of helping stop this heavy trailer.
Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional Tekonsha Brake Controller TK90160
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1987 Avion 34W
1995 Ford F250 7.3L PowerStroke
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07-14-2015, 07:48 AM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
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I'm very happy with my TruControl Gold
I set it for load at the start and let it do the rest.
Bob
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07-14-2015, 08:01 AM
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Rivet Master
1994 30' Excella
alexandria
, Kentucky
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 2,323
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I own one the very best brake controllers ever made - problem is that it is no longer made - Max Brake.
If buying new I would opt for the Direclink Brake controller. It as close as you will get to smooth, proportional braking now that Max Brake is gone.
I once had Prodigy P2 - which I wouldn't even recommend as a paper weight.
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Steve, Christy, Anna and Phoebe (Border Collie)
1994 Classic 30'11" Excella - rear twin
2009 Dodge 2500, 6 Speed Auto, CTD, Quad Cab, Short Bed
Hensley Arrow hitch with adjustable stinger
WBCCI # 3072
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07-14-2015, 08:12 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2013 25' Flying Cloud
Edisto Island
, South Carolina
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 225
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I second the nomination for the Direclink. I switched from the Prodigy P3 and wouldn't even think of going back. Direclink is very smooth and is also excellent at slow parking lot or campground speeds--no jerking.
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07-14-2015, 08:25 AM
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1987 Avion 34W owner
Vintage Kin Owner
Good Ol'
, USA
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 2,090
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I would love to hear from the different posters that have a preference of one controller of another. I haven't had any problems with our Primus IQ, so all I have are positive things to say about it. If I could get some input like that, I'm sure it would help others looking for a controller. What negatives have you experienced? What do you like about the one(s) you recommend? All I know about our Primus IQ is that is seems to do a good job of stopping our trailer.
I am a firm believer in "you get what you pay for", so if there is a "better" controller than what I have, I would consider replacing it if I can justify the change/improvement.
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1987 Avion 34W
1995 Ford F250 7.3L PowerStroke
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07-14-2015, 08:31 AM
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Rivet Master
2006 25' Safari FB SE
Spokane
, Washington
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,860
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I have a Prodigy and when properly set up there is no jerking. What I like about it the best is the boost function. I set mine up as per instructions and it stops smoothly without issue. When on the road in hilly terrain I will up the boost simply by hitting the button. When I get into steep downhill situations I will boost it up again. Once I failed to set it back to normal and I noticed the grabbing when in town.
I really like how easy it is to set up and use.
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07-14-2015, 09:21 AM
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Rivet Master
1977 23' Safari
Niagara on the Lake
, Ontario
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 984
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I have the P3, it's great,
Have towed with a P2, a Primus, a Factory Ford F250 controller and a controller similar to a voyager.
The P3 is much smoother and easier to adjust than any of the others I've used. I have 2 trailers and 2 tow vehicles, and have towed other trailers as well with the P3, it's easy to adjust to match the load to the tow vehicle.
I also had excellent customer service from Tekonsha, very helpful and accommodating!
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1977 Safari Land Yacht
2005 Toyota Tundra SR5
2022 Toyota 4Runner SR5
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07-19-2015, 10:56 AM
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Vintage Kin
Fort Worth
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 8,014
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Edistobob
I second the nomination for the Direclink. I switched from the Prodigy P3 and wouldn't even think of going back. Direclink is very smooth and is also excellent at slow parking lot or campground speeds--no jerking.
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This is the one to have. The NE version so that you can someday upgrade the trailer to antilock disc brakes. See the test and review on MR TRUCK.
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07-19-2015, 11:24 AM
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Overland Adventurer
1991 34' Excella
2009 34' Panamerica
Telluride
, Colorado
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 2,476
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I have disc brakes on my PanAm and Classic 34's.... Use the P3 on both. Couldn't be happier!
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07-19-2015, 02:00 PM
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54 Flying Cloud
1967 20' Globetrotter
1954 22' Flying Cloud
Grand Rapids
, Minnesota
Join Date: Oct 2014
Posts: 173
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AldeanFan
I have the P3, it's great,
Have towed with a P2, a Primus, a Factory Ford F250 controller and a controller similar to a voyager.
The P3 is much smoother and easier to adjust than any of the others I've used. I have 2 trailers and 2 tow vehicles, and have towed other trailers as well with the P3, it's easy to adjust to match the load to the tow vehicle.
I also had excellent customer service from Tekonsha, very helpful and accommodating!
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I've read some and watched demos I cant see the difference between p3 and p2
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07-19-2015, 03:20 PM
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Rivet Master
1971 25' Tradewind
1993 34' Excella
Currently Looking...
Estancia
, New Mexico
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 7,743
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I just picked up this truck on Friday. I brought it directly to a truck shop to have running boards and mud flaps installed (the running boards are so my wife and dogs can get in the truck). They had Primus controllers in stock so I had them put one in too. I will give you all an update after my first trip.
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07-20-2015, 11:34 AM
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hang up and drive
2010 30' Classic
Carlisle
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 238
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When my Jordan finally kicks the bucket, it will probably be Direclink for me.
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Kyle
2023 Ford F350 Lariat 7.3/4.30 FX4 CCLB
2010 Classic Limited 30
ProPride P3-1400
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07-20-2015, 12:39 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2015 19' Flying Cloud
Ashland
, Kentucky
Join Date: Feb 2015
Posts: 88
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Another vote for the P3. It also has a nifty back-up feature that disables the brakes so you can go back & forth till you get it just the way you want (unless of course, you're one of the exceptional few that doesn't need to go back & forth!). Also, really like the adjust on the fly settings when entering mountainous areas. Just plain intuitive.
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Beastie - 19'FC
The Big Beast - GMC Yukon w/Max Tow Package
Held together with the Husky Centerline Hitch
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