What exactly does the brake controller do?
I have a Prodigy 2 brake controller, and I know how to set it for the little lever that activates only the trailer brakes. I roll about 5 mph on a level surface, and set the number to where it just s...
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The Prodigy controller is the best "feeling" controller I've used. Once it is set correctly, there should be a seamless integration between the towing vehicle and the trailer. I know some folks like to set them more sensitive so that the trailer brakes are felt when the brake pedal is pushed. IMO, that's making the trailer's brakes do to much of the work but it's different strokes territory.
It's common to have the controller put more braking on the trailer when road conditions warrant, ie. ice and snow. In those situations, the more sensitive trailer's braking system will keep the load pulled from affecting the tow vehicle, i.e. keep the truck straight.
It's common to have the controller put more braking on the trailer when road conditions warrant, ie. ice and snow. In those situations, the more sensitive trailer's braking system will keep the load pulled from affecting the tow vehicle, i.e. keep the truck straight.
