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Old 03-08-2010, 12:55 PM
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HELP! Do I need a brake controler
I have a 1997 F-150 4wd ext cab. I just recently purchased a 6 x 10 cargo/motorcycle trailer with electric trailer brakes. I did notice that on my F-150 on the 7 prong plug in it says trailer brakes, but I am not getting any power to that prong. Do I need acontroler to make that work? I have heard from the guy I purchased the trailer from that I would not need one.
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Old 03-08-2010, 01:01 PM
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You need a controller.
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Old 03-08-2010, 01:03 PM
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Dang!! thanks for the advise!
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Old 03-08-2010, 04:26 PM
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A good one is just over 100 bucks - Tekonsha Prodigy. Order it with the Ford-specific harness.

http://www.etrailer.com/p-90185-3035...d-Adapter.html

You also have to check that you have all the needed relays and fuses.
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Thanks to all ,I went to e-trailer and purchased one, my f-150 has the towing package,reciver hitch and traning coller ect. I installed every thing and I now have trailer brakes.
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