tweak89
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This past weekend I installed a Curt Spectrum trailer brake controller in my Max Tow equipped Sport S. I went back and forth between the Redarc and Curt controllers since they both offer a more "factory" look compared to your garden variety knee bashing standard brake controllers. I ultimately chose the Curt since it gives you a little more versatility for installation since it can be flush mounted with no hoies or with two 5/16" holes.
Here is what comes with the controller: The rotary knob, two adaptor plates, the main module, double sided tape, wiring adaptor and a installation screw/sleeve. I also order the Curt 51459 harness adaptor (not shown).
Installation is pretty straightforward. I chose to install it in place of the 12v outlet for a factory look. I used the adaptor plate with the holes (shown separately above) over the surface mount (shown already installed onto the knob above).
Here is a YOUTUBE VIDEO that details removal of the dash panels. Removal of the 12V outlet is a bit of a pain, HERE is a thread that covers that discussion.
I used the double sided tape to secure the controller knob over the hole left by the 12v socket removal. The module itself I placed behind the removable panel under the steering wheel.
Here is the finished product:
Setup is very simple and the LED array lights up in different colors to let you know what you are setting up (white for brightness, green for amount of brake, purple for sensitivity. Red LEDS light up when using it in manual mode and when applying the brake when a trailer is attached (as you depress the brake the LEDS light up in succession based on your settings).
Took it out for a spin with my 3500lb 19' travel trailer and it gets the job done. Cost was just a bit over $200 on Amazon. E-trailer has them a bit cheaper, but It was a Prime item and opted for faster delivery.
Highly recommended!
Here is what comes with the controller: The rotary knob, two adaptor plates, the main module, double sided tape, wiring adaptor and a installation screw/sleeve. I also order the Curt 51459 harness adaptor (not shown).
Installation is pretty straightforward. I chose to install it in place of the 12v outlet for a factory look. I used the adaptor plate with the holes (shown separately above) over the surface mount (shown already installed onto the knob above).
Here is a YOUTUBE VIDEO that details removal of the dash panels. Removal of the 12V outlet is a bit of a pain, HERE is a thread that covers that discussion.
I used the double sided tape to secure the controller knob over the hole left by the 12v socket removal. The module itself I placed behind the removable panel under the steering wheel.
Here is the finished product:
Setup is very simple and the LED array lights up in different colors to let you know what you are setting up (white for brightness, green for amount of brake, purple for sensitivity. Red LEDS light up when using it in manual mode and when applying the brake when a trailer is attached (as you depress the brake the LEDS light up in succession based on your settings).
Took it out for a spin with my 3500lb 19' travel trailer and it gets the job done. Cost was just a bit over $200 on Amazon. E-trailer has them a bit cheaper, but It was a Prime item and opted for faster delivery.
Highly recommended!
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