Home Menu

Site Navigation


Toyota 4Runner Forum - Largest 4Runner Forum > > > Get a brake controller for your trailer.
User Tag List

Reply
 
Thread Tools Rate Thread Display Modes
Old 08-02-2022, 02:37 PM #1
gaber6 gaber6 is offline
Member
  
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Ohio
Posts: 606
gaber6 has a spectacular aura about gaber6 has a spectacular aura about
gaber6 gaber6 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Ohio
Posts: 606
gaber6 has a spectacular aura about gaber6 has a spectacular aura about
Get a brake controller for your trailer.
It's only $100 or so for a name brand one.
I pulled a 2k lb. Camper for a year without one and really don't think I needed it until I put one on. I'm traveling full time pulling the camper and figured I could use the insurance when I go over the Rockies in a month and the controller makes life so much easier even on flat ground in Kansas.

Get one. Period. Even if the trailer is light.
Attached Images
Get a brake controller for your trailer.-screenshot_20220802-133659-jpg 
gaber6 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 08-02-2022, 02:56 PM #2
bigmoose's Avatar
bigmoose bigmoose is offline
Member
  
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Yerington, Nevada
Posts: 44
Real Name: Ray
bigmoose is on a distinguished road
bigmoose bigmoose is offline
Member
bigmoose's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Yerington, Nevada
Posts: 44
Real Name: Ray
bigmoose is on a distinguished road
Yep, Prodigy II for me. A transmission cooler is also a good idea.
__________________
2004 V6 SR5 4X4 / Bilstein 5100's OEM at 3rd setting / Toytech 2" Super Flex Rear / 245/75R/17 Falken Wildpeak AT3W / B&M 70264 Super Cooler / JBA UCA's /Power Stop K138-36 Brakes
bigmoose is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 08-02-2022, 03:15 PM #3
importman importman is offline
Member
  
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: Lake City,SC
Posts: 486
Real Name: Danny
importman is a jewel in the rough importman is a jewel in the rough importman is a jewel in the rough importman is a jewel in the rough
importman importman is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: Lake City,SC
Posts: 486
Real Name: Danny
importman is a jewel in the rough importman is a jewel in the rough importman is a jewel in the rough importman is a jewel in the rough
Quote:
Originally Posted by gaber6 View Post
It's only $100 or so for a name brand one.
I pulled a 2k lb. Camper for a year without one and really don't think I needed it until I put one on. I'm traveling full time pulling the camper and figured I could use the insurance when I go over the Rockies in a month and the controller makes life so much easier even on flat ground in Kansas.

Get one. Period. Even if the trailer is light.
Totally agree. I had one on my Tundra the entire time I had it, 13 years, and loved it. Of course I did a lot more towing with it, camper, car trailer etc. So when I got my 4R I almost immediately put one on it. I've had it 2 1/2 years and I've yet to use it. I no longer have a camper and I haven't had a reason to pull my car trailer. Go figure. But I firmly believe in having one if you're pulling anything over about 2K lbs with a 4runner. Apart from the safety it's just knowing that you're not wearing out your brakes every time you stop.
__________________
Ironman 3/2 lift kit, JBA high caster upper control arms, Upgraded to Sport Front Cardone Calipers with Brembo Rotors and Akebono Pads, Added Spoiler, Sony XAV-AX1000 with Apple Carplay, USB Jack, Backup Camera, General Grabber ATX / 275/70/17, Auto Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink, Map Light Mod, Tekonsha 90160 Trailer Brake Controller, Recoil SL1708 Sub, Sealight LED Headlamps, K&N drop in air filter, Smittybilt XRC 9500 Winch, Weathertech floor mats.
importman is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 08-02-2022, 03:55 PM #4
gaber6 gaber6 is offline
Member
  
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Ohio
Posts: 606
gaber6 has a spectacular aura about gaber6 has a spectacular aura about
gaber6 gaber6 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Ohio
Posts: 606
gaber6 has a spectacular aura about gaber6 has a spectacular aura about
Quote:
Originally Posted by bigmoose View Post
Yep, Prodigy II for me. A transmission cooler is also a good idea.
No time for a trans cooler, but a new radiator and transmission flush should hold for now. If the transmission dies, well, it has 220k miles on it and replacing it is cheaper than a new car. I plan on just hanging behind the semi truck going up the mountains at 40mph.
gaber6 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 08-02-2022, 08:06 PM #5
Drcoffee's Avatar
Drcoffee Drcoffee is offline
Senior Member
  
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Somewhere, yet nowhere
Posts: 1,739
Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice
Drcoffee Drcoffee is offline
Senior Member
Drcoffee's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Somewhere, yet nowhere
Posts: 1,739
Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice Drcoffee is just really nice
Half the work of installing a tranny cooler is moving the radiator. Its well worth the time and money.
__________________
2007 4Runner Sport 4WD 4.0L 228,000 miles
The real stats on gun murders in America compared to the world (link)
Good riddance to the Clinton Crime Family--> I Voted TRUMP…how’s it going for you now Trump is gone? Be careful what you ask for. You may just get it.
Drcoffee is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 08-03-2022, 08:58 AM #6
Bluesky 07's Avatar
Bluesky 07 Bluesky 07 is offline
Senior Member
  
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Cherokee Co., GA
Posts: 2,754
Real Name: Russell (OB #9908)
Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future
Bluesky 07 Bluesky 07 is offline
Senior Member
Bluesky 07's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Cherokee Co., GA
Posts: 2,754
Real Name: Russell (OB #9908)
Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future Bluesky 07 has a brilliant future
Quote:
Originally Posted by Drcoffee View Post
Half the work of installing a tranny cooler is moving the radiator. Its well worth the time and money.
I didn’t move my radiator.

About the brake controller, someone mentioned that 4th Gens with the tow package have it behind the driver’s kick panel. So you have to remove the kick panel to access it? Anyone have a pic?
__________________
Titanium Metallic 2007 Sport Edition 4WD V6 | Build Thread | YouTube channel | How to make a Satoshi grill | X-REAS delete / Eibach suspension | 4XInnovations sliders | Spidertrax 1.25" spacers | BlueSea Systems console USB power ports | Gentex 453 mirror w/Homelink & compass | Pioneer sound system + Audiovox backup cam | Switched Engine Bay Lighting | Sound deadening
Bluesky 07 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 08-03-2022, 03:48 PM #7
MikeinNH67's Avatar
MikeinNH67 MikeinNH67 is offline
Senior Member
  
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: New Hampshire
Posts: 1,194
Real Name: Mike
MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice
MikeinNH67 MikeinNH67 is offline
Senior Member
MikeinNH67's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: New Hampshire
Posts: 1,194
Real Name: Mike
MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice MikeinNH67 is just really nice
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluesky 07 View Post

About the brake controller, someone mentioned that 4th Gens with the tow package have it behind the driver’s kick panel. So you have to remove the kick panel to access it? Anyone have a pic?
It was easy to find in my truck. See link below.

Attention Required! | Cloudflare
__________________
Mike

03 4runner Limited
1GR-FE V6 w/199k miles
MikeinNH67 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 08-04-2022, 11:14 AM #8
JONBOY345 JONBOY345 is offline
Member
  
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Atlanta GA
Posts: 441
JONBOY345 has a spectacular aura about JONBOY345 has a spectacular aura about JONBOY345 has a spectacular aura about
JONBOY345 JONBOY345 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Atlanta GA
Posts: 441
JONBOY345 has a spectacular aura about JONBOY345 has a spectacular aura about JONBOY345 has a spectacular aura about
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluesky 07 View Post
I didn’t move my radiator.

About the brake controller, someone mentioned that 4th Gens with the tow package have it behind the driver’s kick panel. So you have to remove the kick panel to access it? Anyone have a pic?
I didn't need to remove any panels on mine to install the controller. I installed the RedArc controller. Took more time to install the control knob (I didn't use the button insert) in the trim of the dash trim around the radio than the controller itself.

Highly recommend the Red Arc controller. Switching between manual and automatic braking modes is easy and their auto mode is really effective as well.
__________________
'09 V8 Limited | Dobinsons Lift | Front: 3" - C59-302 + GS59-220 | Rear: 2.5" - C59-675V + GS59-701 | Tires | Ridge Grappler 275/65/18XL | Wheels | Method Standard Machined Finish 18x9 -12 offset | SPC UCAs | DT Long Tubes | GSport 2.5" Cats | DT Y-Pipe | Magnaflow Cat Back | 2.5" Vibrant Ultra Quiet Resonator
JONBOY345 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Reply

Tags
camper , controller , figured , insurance , trailer

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Forum Jump

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Trailer Brake Controller BobsTrail 5th gen T4Rs 19 09-24-2023 04:56 PM
Trailer brake controller connector Flying Biker 4th Gen T4Rs 9 12-30-2020 06:23 PM
WTB Trailer brake controller CollapsedNut Want to Buy/Trade 0 12-27-2014 12:35 AM
Anyone ever install a trailer brake controller? Qyota 3rd gen T4Rs 1 10-07-2012 08:46 PM
Trailer Brake Controller salrosa 4th Gen T4Rs 5 10-15-2007 01:18 PM

» Follow Us!!!
» Log in
User Name:

Password:

Not a member yet?
Register Now!
Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.2.2

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:35 AM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Search Engine Optimisation provided by DragonByte SEO (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
Feedback Buttons provided by Advanced Post Thanks / Like (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
User Alert System provided by Advanced User Tagging (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
***This site is an unofficial Toyota site, and is not officially endorsed, supported, authorized by or affiliated with Toyota. All company, product, or service names references in this web site are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. The Toyota name, marks, designs and logos, as well as Toyota model names, are registered trademarks of Toyota Motor Corporation***Ad Management plugin by RedTyger
 
Toyota - 4Runner . org Forum Terms and Privacy Policy
Copyright © 2020