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01-27-2011, 08:35 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: McKinleyville
Posts: 62
M.O.C. #5263
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Brake controller suggestions.
My Tekonsha P3 controller went out after 4 years of service. The display is backlit but nothing comes up when I push any of the buttons. This controller is supposed to have a lifetime warranty but when I contact Cequent they told me to go to the dealer where I bought it and get a replacement. I contacted Camping World where I bought the unit and they told me the warranty guide says to go directly to Cequent. I called them and opened a warranty case and was told they would call me back, I never received that callback so I am about ready to give up on Tekonsha.
Any suggestions for a new brake controller, I have only owned Tekonsha but will not purchase that brand again?
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01-27-2011, 10:00 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2003
Location: New Bern
Posts: 4,294
M.O.C. #311
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I think your problem is worth a letter to Trailer Life for help.
To answer the question I use TruControl® Brake Controllers by Hensley MFG.
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01-27-2011, 01:50 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,657
M.O.C. #9969
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I had a Prodigy 1 that died, purchased a new Prodigy 2, then realized about the Life Time Warranty. Took the old one into CW with my receipt and got a refund for the new unit with no questions asked.
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2018 Chevy 3500HD High Country DRW 4X4 Crew Cab w/Duramax/Allison, Formally 2010 Montana 2955RL, Now Loaded 2016 SOB, Mor/ryde IS, Disc Brakes & Pin Box, Comfort Ride Hitch, Sailun 17.5 Tires.
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01-27-2011, 02:35 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Palmyra
Posts: 48
M.O.C. #9744
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I went with maxbrake controller http://www.brakecontroller.com/maxbrake.htm
This controller connects to your master cyl. check out wed site. The only problem is they are $349.00 but work great.
Tom
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01-28-2011, 03:06 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: McKinleyville
Posts: 62
M.O.C. #5263
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I was looking at the TruControl® Brake Controllers, do you have the Silver or Gold and how do you like it?
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01-28-2011, 03:27 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2003
Location: New Bern
Posts: 4,294
M.O.C. #311
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I have the "SILVER". For I could not justify the digital information for the cost. The Bars give me the information I need.
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01-28-2011, 05:22 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Land O Lakes
Posts: 2,783
M.O.C. #10246
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I have a Prodigy break controller I used before we purchased our Ford with an integrated break controller...the Prodigy did a very good job and I believe still is in working order. I do not have the bracket or wiring harness that goes with it, but both are pretty cheap and should be available through CW. If you are interested, send me a PM with your address and I will send it to you...no charge. Michael
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01-28-2011, 10:16 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: McKinleyville
Posts: 62
M.O.C. #5263
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Wow, thank you very much.
Fedex showed up at my door looking for a package, turns out Cequent sent them out to pick up my brake controller. So we shall see if they replace it, sounds like they will.
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01-29-2011, 05:09 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Wylie
Posts: 532
M.O.C. #9139
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Sounds like they are going to take care of you. As for your original question I have a Prodigy in the Ford. Been very pleased with it. Bought a MaxBrake for the Volvo. If I ever have to replace the Prodigy in my Ford I will put in a MaxBrake. As good as the Prodigy is I definitely prefer the MaxBrake.
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02-01-2011, 07:59 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: McKinleyville
Posts: 62
M.O.C. #5263
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A new P3 controller showed up today, I am very happy with the customer service from Cequent.
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02-01-2011, 08:23 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2003
Location: New Bern
Posts: 4,294
M.O.C. #311
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Great News.
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