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Discussion in 'Towing' started by sn49750, Jul 15, 2020.

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  1. Nov 28, 2020 at 11:34 AM
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    Where did you install your brake controller? I have a 21, trying to find a place that won't kill your shin or be in the way of the air bag below the steering wheel.
     
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  2. Nov 29, 2020 at 2:54 PM
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    I ended up modifying the area where the switches to the left of the steering wheel. Popped out the blank switch. Measured the size of controller and etched it on the plastic. Cut it out. Required modifying the small plastic piece inside to allow the controller to recess up to the manual brake lever. Perfect place!20201129_155241.jpg
     
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  3. Dec 1, 2020 at 8:20 PM
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    You stole my dash! I screwed the bracket into plasic below. But can't see that unless your heads below the dash

    Bracket is on the inside!
     
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  4. Dec 1, 2020 at 10:18 PM
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    Go to MESO customs and get a custom made dash plate.

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  5. Dec 2, 2020 at 9:33 AM
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    Ok thats party. I'm entirly to lazy.no joke looks great however
     
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  6. Dec 2, 2020 at 9:27 PM
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    That looks awesome. Went to his website but he's not making them right now. Oh well.
     
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  7. Dec 3, 2020 at 5:00 PM
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    Hope he starts making them for the 20-21's. I'll purchase one!
     
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  8. Dec 7, 2020 at 1:11 PM
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    How do you open the panel to the left of the wheel?
     
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  9. Dec 7, 2020 at 1:29 PM
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    there are a few 10mm bolts along the bottom of the dash panel and clips on the top.
    see this video at about 8:45 in https://youtu.be/sT27AQkCUTg
     
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  10. Dec 7, 2020 at 3:40 PM
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    Thanks much! All done. Just finished installing the same brake controller.
     
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  11. Dec 7, 2020 at 5:03 PM
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    Nice! It thought it was an easy set up. Hope you like it.
     
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  12. Jan 4, 2021 at 2:45 PM
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    +1 on the redarc towpro. Very clean install.

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  13. Jan 28, 2021 at 8:38 AM
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    P3 Tekonsha for sure
     
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  14. Feb 4, 2021 at 3:45 PM
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    I have an SR5 so I was able to move my switch down. Then drilled out the blanks for this Hopkins Insight.

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  15. Feb 4, 2021 at 6:17 PM
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    That actually looks decent. Not as custom and hidden as RedArc but far better than the way people have hang the teckonsha control under the dash or try to stuff it in the coin Pocket.
     
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  16. Feb 5, 2021 at 7:45 AM
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    Thanks. I really liked the redarc look. Also there is a nice Curt dial. I’m new to towing and wasnt sure how critical the manual levers are. That’s the only reason I didn’t go with the dial options (I lie-price is another reason).
     
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  17. Feb 5, 2021 at 12:52 PM
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    Not sure about the others you mentioned but the RedArc TowPros do the manual trailer breaking too. You just press in on the knob to activate it.
    But yeah when you tow you will find the need to use that feature. If it sways some on you a little tap of the trailer brakes lines it up behind the tow vehicle.
     
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  18. Feb 5, 2021 at 4:02 PM
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    Dang. Wish I had known, as I do like the RedArc look. Hope this helps others. The tip for sway also helps as I am brand new to towing. Literally picked up my TT today. Just thought the levers were for testing to find best setting, or an assist in unexpected scenarios.
     
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  19. Feb 5, 2021 at 4:22 PM
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    Yeah no prob it for all those things too. You got to be sure you can stop. Look for youtube videos on calibration of the controller that will help you understand how it works and how to set breaking force.
    How big is the TT? I would stick with the control you have since you have it all set up. It's cool to see other options are out there.
    I only tow a pop up but towed several of them with my previous jeep too.
     
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  20. Feb 5, 2021 at 8:13 PM
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    It’s an Avenger 16bh or something. About 3000 dry, 20 ft overall. I’ll definitely be sticking with the controller. Knowing what you told me might’ve changed that a few weeks ago lol. But I’m happy with my outcome.

    I’m 6’2” and have kids in the back seat, so I was avoiding that knee area install at all costs. Also new to Tacos, so these forums have been tons of help. Glad to get my pic in for that other option.
     
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