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02-22-2015, 06:07 PM
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Brake controller and wiring install
What would be the average install cost for just the install, wiring etc. This is assuming FR did't get the system on the original chassis from MB. Thanks in advance.
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02-22-2015, 06:14 PM
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I just bought a new tow vehicle. I had my old brake controller. Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional Tekonsha Brake Controller 90885
I needed to purchase a wire harness to adapt to the truck. It cost in the $20 range. I connected the plug screwed the controller to the bottom of the dash and I was good to go. If it took 20 min then I was slow.
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02-23-2015, 02:31 AM
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02-23-2015, 12:04 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wfmdfm
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The Mercedes is not pre-wired like trucks are.
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02-23-2015, 05:34 PM
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Roger64
Don't know what make and year truck you have but I have a Tekonsha prodigy P3 all you would need is the plug and play wiring harness. They are 15 to 20 dollars on Amazon.
The P3 95 to 09 Ram that I have list for $144. Bought 4/13 usd till 3/14. I do have both controller and wiring harness if you have 95 to 09 Ram 1500/2500/3500. Dont need it now I have 2014 Ram 3500 factory brake controller.
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02-24-2015, 08:25 AM
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His truck is not really a truck, it is a Mercedes Benz Sprinter. (Motorhome sub forum, Solera to be specific)
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04-17-2015, 09:18 AM
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Is the 2015 Solera (24b) pre wired for a brake controller ? If so where are the connections to be found. Wiring diagram for this model ?
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04-17-2015, 09:19 AM
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Nope
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04-17-2015, 10:00 AM
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Be careful.
My buddie blew his ABS/Trac control computer and cost him about $1800 to replace.
He attempted a brake controller install on his Sprinter/Coachman.
The Can bus system should NOT be messed with if you are not an expert.
Not really sure if the plug and play systems attach only to the analog side of the wiring system or not.
Just advising to tread very lightly with these systems.
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04-17-2015, 10:26 AM
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Do yourself a big favor, get the Prodigy RF Wireless System. No wiring and you can use it in multiple vehicles. I use it in my Solera 24R and my Audi Q5 TDI. No guesswork on wiring. And yes, let's try and keep these replies Solera specific.
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04-20-2015, 12:19 PM
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Solera and Forester MBS specific, that is! Still no forum for the latter so we have to camp out here.
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04-20-2015, 04:40 PM
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This question relates to all Sprinters.
Their wiring systems are quite different from the American manufacturers (for now).
Tapping into the brake switch wires under the dash can and probably will cause an issue as they are involved in the digital can bus system.
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04-21-2015, 12:25 AM
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Etrailer.com. has videos detailing brake controller installs on a 2013 Sprinter with factory connector under the driver seat and a 2014 without the connector by tapping brake light wiring.
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04-21-2015, 12:56 AM
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i like the wireless idea...
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04-21-2015, 03:03 PM
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Even the "Wireless" ones still have to tap the brake light switch, don't they? ?
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04-21-2015, 03:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by john.tucson
Even the "Wireless" ones still have to tap the brake light switch, don't they? ?
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The Prodigy does not. Its controller plugs into the 7-way on the Solera or other MBS. The dolly or trailer then plugs into the controller.
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04-21-2015, 03:32 PM
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looks like they get it from the plug...both stop lights equal brakes.
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04-21-2015, 04:06 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Pod2Vibe
The Prodigy does not. Its controller plugs into the 7-way on the Solera or other MBS. The dolly or trailer then plugs into the controller.
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Smart way to do it.
It picks up the signals from the analog side of the system.
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04-21-2015, 07:01 PM
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Does anyone know where is the coach driving lights control board located on a 2015 Solera 24B ? This appears to be the safest place to connect to the "brake light signal" for installing a Toad Brake system ..
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04-22-2015, 08:12 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by john.tucson
Does anyone know where is the coach driving lights control board located on a 2015 Solera 24B ? This appears to be the safest place to connect to the "brake light signal" for installing a Toad Brake system ..
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Toad wiring should be completely doable using the existing 7 pin connector at the rear of the coach - all the signals should be available...and isolated from issues with the sprinter wiring.
Dave
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