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09-15-2008, 12:48 PM
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I need a new Brake Controller
I would like opinions on which Brake controllers have worked best. My current one is Draw-Tite. It is failing.
I know folks mention Prodigy a lot. Seems there are different models.
Would like opinions please
Cheri
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09-15-2008, 02:23 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: The mountains of Scottsdale, AZ, and the beaches of Maine
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The description needs to include the word "proportional" or "inertia". If neither one appears, steer clear.
FWIW, I use a Jordan Ultima 2020. A little bit different from everyone else, but I had a good reason for it at the time. It is an excellent controller, but a bit harder to install than a Prodigy.
Bill
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09-15-2008, 02:37 PM
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OK, Thanks Bill!
Cheri
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09-15-2008, 03:55 PM
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In my opinion, there are three technologies that are viable:
1. something that taps into the brake lines in the TV and measures the pressure of the brake fluid. I think Brakesmart is one brand. Note that my 2008 GMC says to not use one of these, but I did not understand the technical explanation as to why they said that. Can not be easily moved from one TV to another.
2. something that has a cable that attaches to the brake pedal to measure how far you push the pedal. I think the Jordan does that. I think that Jordan was recently bought out and people are complaining that they can no longer buy the Jordan controller that they love. My 2008 GMC has adjustable height pedals, and I am not sure how that would work out. Can not be easily moved from one TV to another.
3. something that measure the rate of decelleration. I think these are referred to as inertia style. The Prodigy or Prodigy P3 are two examples. I use the Valley Industries Odyssey, because it has two features that I like that he Prodigy does not have. I do not know anything about the P3.
My 2002 Chevy Silverado crew cab truck has the Valley Industries Odyssey. I installed it myself. Good thing I too electric shop in high school.
My 2008 GMC crew cab has the factory built in controller. So far it seems to be comparable to the Odyssey.
Anything that is base on time delay is considered by many to be old technology that should no longer be used. Opinions vary.
If you have trouble trying to sort it out and want to just pick something that you can live with, I would recommend the Prodigy or Prodigy P3. Otherwise, you may spend a lot of time researching brake controllers.
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09-15-2008, 04:53 PM
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We have Prodigy
There's a good article written by Moderator RockyMtnRay some time back titled " Electric Brake Controllers" in the Trailmanor Information You Won't Find Anywhere Else section. He used to post quite a bit of good information about the Prodigy Brake Controller, and based on his information we decided to go with the Prodigy and have been very happy with it.
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09-15-2008, 05:16 PM
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Site Sponsor
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Sunny Beaches of Los Angeles
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We have the Prodigy P3 controller, and it's been great. I paid about $100 for it after a $25 rebate about 18 months ago.
Dave
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2005 Toyota Sequoia
Twin Battle Born 12v 100Ah LiFePO4 (BBGC2) batteries, 300W solar on rear shell, Link 10, Lift kit, Maxxis 8008 225 75/R15 E tires
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09-15-2008, 07:20 PM
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MCD, here on the Cape, put in a Genesis controller. I think it is inertial but also works when you back up- important to me with my driveway ;-)
I know nothing else about them but thought you might want to know what the TM dealer recommended for us.
Phil
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09-15-2008, 07:44 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Lake Oswego, OR (near Portland)
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Prodigy 3 here. It is a full featured unit and to my knowledge has all the capabilities of others with an easy to use display and installs in minutes provided you order the correct connection cable when you order the unit. I would get another if something happened to the one I currently have.
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Lake Oswego, OR
2007 2720SD, Dual 80 watt solar panels, flat screen LCD TV mounted on side wall, 210 Ah AGM Battery, Link 10, Dual Honda 2000EUi's
Cadillac Escalade EXT, Prodigy
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09-15-2008, 09:35 PM
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TrailManor Master
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: TN
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We are also using the Prodigy P3 & it is GREAT so Far & very easy to install.
One more thing the tech support offered is Great I called in to ask allot of questions & they answered all in a timely & professional manner.
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09-16-2008, 01:03 PM
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Site Sponsor
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Raleigh, NC
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Anyone using the Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller?
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Previous TM 2000 2720
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