Need brake controller

[mrut]

Just purchased a 21 bighorn night edition but it did not have the factory brake controller on it. Asked about getting it installed and they said they were back ordered until July.

Any ideas where I might can find one online (for the best price)? How do I know which model to get? I'm ok with installing it and letting the dealership do the programming.

Thanks,
Rut

 

[cj7]

Not sure I’d buy a factory controller at this point, until they address the fact that it doesn’t work below 15mph...

 

[silver billet]

Not sure I’d buy a factory controller at this point, until they address the fact that it doesn’t work below 15mph...

Say what? Mine certainly does.

 

[cj7]

Say what? Mine certainly does.

Might want to check carefully - widely reported here.... Yes it works 0-15mph, but if you decelerate from, say 60 to 0, around 15mph, the OEM controller let’s up on the trailer brakes. Not sure by how much, but it is noticeable. I plan on instrumenting the trailer brake circuit with a storage ‘scope and see what’s really happening, just haven’t had the chance yet.

 

[silver billet]

Might want to check carefully - widely reported here.... Yes it works 0-15mph, but if you decelerate from, say 60 to 0, around 15mph, the OEM controller let’s up on the trailer brakes. Not sure by how much, but it is noticeable. I plan on instrumenting the trailer brake circuit with a storage ‘scope and see what’s really happening, just haven’t had the chance yet.

Very interesting. I haven't noticed anything of that nature with mine.

 

[henrypretz]

I have a Tekonsha Prodigy P2 controller that I’m not using. My Ram has the factory one. To be honest, the Prodigy setup gave a bit more in the way of adjustability.
If you’re interested please feel free to pm me.

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[Ppkaprince98]

Sorry to break into your thread OP, but is the wiring already under the hood and dash to wire in an aftermarket controller?


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[Del21BH]

Sorry to break into your thread OP, but is the wiring already under the hood and dash to wire in an aftermarket controller?


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Yes the wiring is there. Above the gas pedal to dash area. It’s really tucked up there but it is there. You can pop the lower steering column cover off to make it easier. Did mine bout a week ago.

 

[Dakota]

Just purchased a 21 bighorn night edition but it did not have the factory brake controller on it. Asked about getting it installed and they said they were back ordered until July.

Any ideas where I might can find one online (for the best price)? How do I know which model to get? I'm ok with installing it and letting the dealership do the programming.

Thanks,
Rut

If you want a factory controller you can order the parts individually.
Module # 68277136AF
Switch # 68309259AC
Bracket # 68346572AB
Screw # 6101946 x3
Clip # 6510468AA x3
If your dealer can’t help you hit me up.

 

[Jako]

Sorry to break into your thread OP, but is the wiring already under the hood and dash to wire in an aftermarket controller?


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The difference with after market versus OEM is the OEM shows up in your display, not sure if you were aware of the difference.

 

[tyromeo55]

Not sure I’d buy a factory controller at this point, until they address the fact that it doesn’t work below 15mph...

My 2020 has the oem controller I installed and flashed with alpha. Ive pulled my scissor lift many times (about 5k total) and never noticed. I’ll have to try and see if I can tell. I can say that the light trailer setting seems too light at lower speeds combined with lighter to medium brake pressure. On heavy setting it is much better. Both settings seem the same at higher pedal pressure and speeds

 

[IvoryHemi]

Might want to check carefully - widely reported here.... Yes it works 0-15mph, but if you decelerate from, say 60 to 0, around 15mph, the OEM controller let’s up on the trailer brakes. Not sure by how much, but it is noticeable. I plan on instrumenting the trailer brake circuit with a storage ‘scope and see what’s really happening, just haven’t had the chance yet.

Freaked me out the first time it happened. Thought I lost my trailer brakes. Such a dumb design