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Old 06-25-2018, 02:08 PM #1
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Trailer Brake Controller

I'm ready for a trailer brake controller and was planning to get a Tekonsha P2 or P3 after viewing a number of posts, all positive about it.

Then I saw a few posts for the Redarc TowPro and it looks like a much easier and cleaner installation.

Anyone have any info to share about the Redarc?
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I'm ready for a trailer brake controller and was planning to get a Tekonsha P2 or P3 after viewing a number of posts, all positive about it.

Then I saw a few posts for the Redarc TowPro and it looks like a much easier and cleaner installation.

Anyone have any info to share about the Redarc?
Hi Bob,

Sure you'd be pleased with both options.

I recently installed a redarc towpro elite and the install is easy. I used the factory pigtail harness, however I'm going to switch to the Tekonsha harness this week as I believe I have a ground issue with the factory harness.

Also, depending on the switch location, you may need to file or Dremel out the opening for the switch panel/plug to seat in, easy none the less.

Wish I could provide more on operations but the dual modes are going to be nice...
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Update: troubleshot the suspected return issue I believe I was having with the factory pigtail. Buttspliced the Tekonsha 3041-P harness and grounded the redarc
harness common(white) to chassis ground. All is good in the neighborhood...tested- verdict=sweet brake controller
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Just wanted to throw this out there.
https://smile.amazon.com/Tekonsha-90...onsha+rf&psc=1

It's RF and the remote goes with any tow vehicle with a 12v outlet so anyone can have control of your trailer brakes. Really happy with mine. Just another option.
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Trailer Brake Controller

What size of a trailer do you need these brake controllers for? I'm looking at a teardrop trailer that weighs either 1000# without a galley or 1800# with the galley and a 30 gallon water tank. It comes with 10" electric brakes. What does the controller do for a light weight trailer?
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The owners manual for my 2013 shows a maximum of 1655 for unbraked trailer weight.
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The owners manual for my 2013 shows a maximum of 1655 for unbraked trailer weight.
Good Point. That's 1/4 of the weight of a T4R.

My question is about a trailer with 10" electric brakes. This thread is about trailers with brakes too. What does a brake controller do for a light weight trailer of 1000# to 1800#?
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The owners manual for my 2013 shows a maximum of 1655 for unbraked trailer weight.
Even with lightweight 1,000-1,500# trailers, an electric trailer brake controller is essential for emergency stops.

The electric brakes on my 1,500# Apache solid-state camping trailer saved me 2 times from going off the road into a ditch.

Electric brakes on trailers weighing 1,500# and over are mandatory in California.
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What size of a trailer do you need these brake controllers for? I'm looking at a teardrop trailer that weighs either 1000# without a galley or 1800# with the galley and a 30 gallon water tank. It comes with 10" electric brakes. What does the controller do for a light weight trailer?
You definately need your electric brakes to be enabled by an electric brake controller.
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I installed the Redarc tow pro elite as well and I'm happy with install and performance. Really clean looking switch. I used Redarc's harness specific to 4runner rather than the factory or Tekonsha. The Redarc harness plugs in directly to the socket at the kick panel and straight to the Redarc control unit, no spicing anything anywhere. I also bought the switch insert like @greatape but more specific to the 4runner... at least it fit into the opening better than the TPSI-001 with no filing etc.

Redarc wiring harness for 4runner PN: TPH-021
Redarc switch insert PN: TPSI-002
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Thank you for posting those part numbers.
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The Tekonshas work well. For my saltwater boats (towing with a 3/4 ton diesel) the Tekonsha with electric over hydraulic actuator is a god send. I would never go back to a surge brake actuator.
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Pigtail for 2010?

I'm looking at the Redarc TowPro controllers and they now have a harness specifically for a 4Runner, but only for 2014 and later:
"The REDARC Tow-Pro TPH-021 wiring harness offers the ability to connect the Tow-Pro™ Elite or Tow-Pro Liberty electric brake controller into Toyota 4Runner vehicles manufactured between 2014 - 2019."

I have a 2010 Trail and am hoping this will fit anyway. Anyone know what might be different in the trailer brake wiring harness? Did anything really change in 2014?
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Good Point.My question is about a trailer with 10" electric brakes. This thread is about trailers with brakes too. What does a brake controller do for a light weight trailer of 1000# to 1800#?
Hard to explain. Using the trailer brakes can help settle the trailer in situations where it starts to bounce or push the tow vehicle. I use to use the trailer brake manually when the truck would get a bit unsettled usually going down hill or when I felt I was being pushed. Much bigger trailer, much bigger truck, but everything is relevant. Just another tool to help keep things under control if needed.
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Amazon.com: Tekonsha 90250 Prodigy RF Electronic Brake Control: Automotive

It's RF and the remote goes with any tow vehicle with a 12v outlet so anyone can have control of your trailer brakes. Really happy with mine. Just another option.
the "anyone" may be the guy in the next lane! Hopefuly not.
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