2014 Ridgeline towing Livin Lite 14db questions.

Surge brakes do not require a brake controller in the tow vehicle. They activate when the trailer pushes on the tow vehicle as the tow vehicle stops. I have no experience with them, but I don't think they are the way to go.

I'd suggest a Prodigy P3 (~$200) as a brake controller. I had one, they work well.



There are many types of anti-sway systems, I'd look into a friction bar type. They are about $100 or less.



Here is one installed, the other bars you see are the WD system.