IamPro2A
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Well, looking at the various threads here, and youtube vids (here, for example), they certainly SEEM easier, especially compared to your own install description in comment #5 here.Still trying to figure out where the "easier to install" part comes in on the after-market controllers. I've done both and there's about the same work involved with any of them in the end.
Main difference I see is that the MOPAR version doesn't allow a small drilled hole to mount the knob, but if you were using the 12v outlet position, then installation is a wash for either type.
We have Ford Super Dutys at work, and some of my trucks pull a trailer 5 days a week. Not only is the gain displayed in the cluster, but all the various other settings of a more advanced controller can also be easily and intuitively adjusted from the steering wheel. Much more importantly, the display also notifies the driver the trailer is connected properly, if any of the trailer lights or wiring has failed (and which one. Example "Left trailer brake light is out"), or if the connector has become unplugged. And yes, integration also means manually activating the trailer brakes lights truck and trailer brake lights.I guess I could never figure out why it should integrate. The most you'd get would be the setting you were at - and can see that at a glance, or if the thing is working - again, you can see that at a glance.
So I guess I am left wondering - what's the gain by having it display in the cluster since it's right there to see? Am I missing something? What's gained? Functionality?
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