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Building a flat bed trailer approximately 6x14 out of an old camper frame. It's tandem axle and has brakes on one axle. This will mostly be used for general purpose like hauling a motorcyle or ATV since it'll be my only trailer (for now), but will probably see occasional duty as a car hauler as well. Due to the latter I want to make the brakes functional, and need to add the necessary components to my 99 Ranger. Their may also be a camper in my future, so this is kinda preparing for that as well.
I know I need brake controller and a will be using a 7 pin plug, but beyond that I'm mostly clueless. Trailer Brakes are straight electric and I know I should have a breakaway box on the trailer.
What do I need for the truck side of trailer brakes? Recommendations on a brake controller?
FWIW Truck:
1999 Ford Ranger
4.0L auto
Extended Cab
4x4
Factory tow package
32x11.5R15
I know I need brake controller and a will be using a 7 pin plug, but beyond that I'm mostly clueless. Trailer Brakes are straight electric and I know I should have a breakaway box on the trailer.
What do I need for the truck side of trailer brakes? Recommendations on a brake controller?
FWIW Truck:
1999 Ford Ranger
4.0L auto
Extended Cab
4x4
Factory tow package
32x11.5R15