2013 Trailer Brake controller - In a bind and need help fast

Der2z · Feb 19, 2014

Hey guys.

I have a 2013 ram 1500 express and I need to install a trailer brake controller. I was going to install the factory one and have the dealership flash the computer but they can't do it Saturday morning and I have to go get a trailer this Sunday.

Here on my questions.

If I install the factory brake controller, will it work but just not show up on the dash?

Can I purchase an aftermarket on from like Oriellys or Auto Zone and splice the wires under the dash?

Thanks for your help in advance!

NYCruiser · Feb 19, 2014

Get the wiring adapter for the 13+ rams and you won't need to splice anything. It will be plug and play.

Ram 1500 Brake Controller - 2013 | etrailer.com

WhiteExpress · Feb 19, 2014

Der2z said:
Hey guys.

I have a 2013 ram 1500 express and I need to install a trailer brake controller. I was going to install the factory one and have the dealership flash the computer but they can't do it Saturday morning and I have to go get a trailer this Sunday.

Here on my questions.

If I install the factory brake controller, will it work but just not show up on the dash?

Can I purchase an aftermarket on from like Oriellys or Auto Zone and splice the wires under the dash?

Thanks for your help in advance!

The theory is the brake controller will work, but it will not show on the EVIC.
I do not know this for fact.

I would stick with the factory unit or a nice Tekonosha (Can't spell today).
The generic $50 at AutoMart ones are junk.

Ocelot · Feb 19, 2014

Yeah, the autozone ones suck. The Tekonsha - Prodigy are the best out there. In fact, over on the RV forums, I've seen several people that have factory controllers switch them to the Prodigy P2 or P3. With the the Prodigy you can get the Ram cable and it plugs right in without a dealer flash needed.

Of course, I do understand people wanting the stock look of the OEM controller though. I really hate paying a dealer $100 for a 10 minute flash on any of the OEM components. It's such a rip-off.

Ray

Der2z · Feb 19, 2014

I ordered the prodigy 2 and harness. Are the wires right under the pedals?

NYCruiser · Feb 19, 2014

I think they are over the pedals behind the dash panel

Ocelot · Feb 19, 2014

Der2z said:
I ordered the prodigy 2 and harness. Are the wires right under the pedals?

Take a look at that last link I posted and look at all the pictures. It shows the connectors under the dash so you can see what they look like and where they are. Oh and the P2 is a nice controller. I have that one myself.

Ray

Der2z · Feb 23, 2014

Got everything installed. Thank you everyone for your help!

smiley · Mar 15, 2014

Now return that one and do the factory one

aplineman · Mar 16, 2014

Can anyone reply on how the p2 or p3 works with the new ram? Is everyone satisfied? My dealership is trying to talk me out of an aftermarket one, but 160$ for as good if not better controller is better than 350$ for the factory one installed.

Ocelot · Mar 16, 2014

I have the P2 and like it very much. In fact, I removed it from my old Chevy when I traded it for the Ram to use it there.

I know nothing looks better than OEM, but I can tell you that if you follow the RV forums, Prodigy is hands down the most popular and most recommended.

Now having said that, the OEM Ram brake controller may be just as good. One thing you get with the OEM brake controller is the settings and all display on your EVIC if you have that option. It sounds like a nice option. The OEM controllers have come a long way in the last 5-10 years.

Ray

UPNO4 · Mar 21, 2014

I added the Factory one to mine and it is great. Yes it costs more but it also ties in to the ABS System for some added sway control. Prodigy is a great controller so you can't go wrong with that one either. I just wanted the cleaner look.

aplineman · Mar 21, 2014

I also like the idea of being able to take it out of my truck and put it only wife's SUV. Thanks for the input.

DatacomGuy · Mar 21, 2014

Prodigy ftw. I'll be ordering the 2 shortly.

yodge · Apr 4, 2014

Ordered my prodigy 3 today

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