Wiring in a brake controller on an older model truck is very simple. If I remember correctly, it is only 3-4 wires. 1 wire to ground, 1 wire to a "hot" fuse in the fuse panel, 1 wire from the switch on your brake pedal (splice into the wire) and the blue wire runs back to your trailer plug for the brakes. It may not have the hot wire. I can't remember exactly, but it is really simple. I installed one on my 85 Chevy. Yes, you wire into the brake light switch on the pedal. A Tekonsha P3 controller will apply the correct braking voltage on a couple of variables such as declining grade and how long you have your foot on the brake pedal. It adjust itself for a smooth stop.
Tekonsha P3 brake controllers are the best you can get! You can have settings for brake control depending on the estimated load you are hauling. Off, boost 1, boost 2, and boost 3. Set it for the trailer when empty and use the boost buttons to change the brake settings on the fly. You can also adjust it manually if you like. It even has a diagnosis test to tell you the voltages and other information that is handy when troubleshooting. Plus, a red warning on the screen if your brakes aren't working while your towing. This controller even gives you trailer brakes when going in reverse. I think it is good for up to 3 brake axles if I remember correctly. Most controllers are 2.
I love my controller. Best money I spent to make towing a trailer more enjoyable. Not to mention it doesn't jerk when you apply the brakes.
This post was edited by johndeerefan at 10:09:39 10/04/13 3 times.
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