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Originally Posted by brulaz
Wondering if the new Explorer has a built-in brake controller? And how it works ...
There's some great opportunities to improve trailer braking with a built-in controller if manufacturers make the effort. They have vehicle speed and ABS info that can be factored into the electric signals sent to the trailer brakes.
For me, a sophisticated built-in brake controller would outweigh many other considerations, as trailer braking is the least safe part of the whole trailering experience.
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I have a built in brake controller. I like it much better than the after market add on. It is much smoother.
I think it taps into the hydraulic brake line.
At any rate, when the ABS system engages, the controller will pulse the electric current to the trailer brakes. Apparently this helps reduce trailer over braking.
But it is a GM product. I have no experience with Ford products.