At 09:02 1/12/99 -0500, you wrote:
The discussion about brake controllers has started a train of thought, which I hope doesn't get derailed. On the new airstreams (99), what is the best kind of brake controllers? I have been told by the dealers that the new (99) Dodge trucks come with a plug mounted on the steering column to attach to a brake controller. The question is what brake controller will work, and which is the best.I am using a Tekonsha Commander on my 99 Dodge turbodiesel. While I have not been a great fan of electric controllers, I have found it to work well and is easily adjustable for different trailers, at l;east from one to 3 axles. ( never pulled a 4 axle) Tekonsha does have a web site and the specs there will indicate 1 to 4 axles, contrary to what the camping world catalog said.
I wired my own truck, but if you buy the factory trailer wiring I think there will be a plug available..
I deliver trailers for a transport company so I have had occasion to
use it with a lot of different size units. One nice feature of the electronic
unit is an indicator light which tells you when you have a brake connection.
I have had occasion to pickup trailers and have the light indicate no brakes
as soon as I hooked up.
Rick Davis 1602
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