Question from a new owner

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Hello everyone:
After taking a couple of months to deliberate, my wife and I found a 2013 182G (used) for a solid price and took the plunge.  My first question as a newbie involves electronic braking systems.  I drive a 02' Tundra with a V8 4.7L engine.  I know my new baby (182G) is plenty light for my rig, but is there a genuine need for the EBS system?  One thing to consider is we live near Seattle and do plan on going over several mountain passes.

I have identified Tekonsha as the EBS system of choice if we need to go that route:

-http://www.tekonsha.com/products/brake-controllers/proportional-controllers/p3-/TzaIxkVx1cI5XOy!osRB55TR19SXShj4

Thanks for any input and advice!

Steve

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Steve Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 16 Apr 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3	Topic: Question from a new owner Posted: 16 Apr 2015 at 12:54pm
	Hello everyone: After taking a couple of months to deliberate, my wife and I found a 2013 182G (used) for a solid price and took the plunge. My first question as a newbie involves electronic braking systems. I drive a 02' Tundra with a V8 4.7L engine. I know my new baby (182G) is plenty light for my rig, but is there a genuine need for the EBS system? One thing to consider is we live near Seattle and do plan on going over several mountain passes. I have identified Tekonsha as the EBS system of choice if we need to go that route: -http://www.tekonsha.com/products/brake-controllers/proportional-controllers/p3-/TzaIxkVx1cI5XOy!osRB55TR19SXShj4 Thanks for any input and advice! Steve

techntrek Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9062	Posted: 16 Apr 2015 at 2:09pm
	Welcome. The Tekonsha Prodigy is the choice of many here, including myself. I've used it with 3 campers, and my utility trailer. In many states you are required to have operating brakes above 2000 pounds. Just from a sway control and stopping safety standpoint I would never tow w/o a brake controller. The only time I do is when I'm towing the utility trailer empty.
	Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual

CharlieM Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 Nov 2012 Location: N. Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 1797	Posted: 16 Apr 2015 at 2:29pm
	+1 on Techntrek' comments. Trailer brakes are not optional. They are required by law and for good reason. The Tekonshas are top of the line. My preference is the P3.
	Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD

Steve Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 16 Apr 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3	Posted: 16 Apr 2015 at 3:01pm
	Thanks! I ordered the Tekonsha P3. In Washington, the law is for anything over 3000 lbs. States vary by weight: -http://www.brakebuddy.com/towing-laws Appreciate the responses !!! Steve

techntrek Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9062	Posted: 16 Apr 2015 at 3:15pm
	Interesting link. I've heard so many times that the baseline for most states was 2000 pounds, but according to that map it is 3000 for the majority. However, even that weight covers most pods when loaded and even many popups.
	Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual

CharlieM Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 Nov 2012 Location: N. Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 1797	Posted: 16 Apr 2015 at 3:35pm
	Also note: I believe the requirements are GVWR of the trailer, not the actual weight we may think we have. Actual weight or claimed weight would be a nightmare to administer.
	Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD

Tars Tarkas Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 14 Jan 2013 Location: Near Nashville Online Status: Offline Posts: 1454	Posted: 16 Apr 2015 at 8:53pm
	Aside from probably being a legal requirement, I think you will really enjoy the electric brakes. The peace of mind they provide can make a trip a whole lot less stressful, not to mention safer. TT
	2010 176 FJ Cruiser

Steve Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 16 Apr 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3	Posted: 17 Apr 2015 at 2:23am
	Love this site. Great input and advice... Thanks to all! Steve

Luv2Q Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 30 Aug 2014 Location: Central TX Online Status: Offline Posts: 309	Posted: 17 Apr 2015 at 3:47am
	I just love the smell of hot brakes, don't you? Seriously, as others have mentioned, you'll really appreciate having your trailer brakes do some of the work. Our pods aren't "heavy" as trailers go, but without trailer brakes, you'd know it's there when heading downhill & wanting to slow down.
	John & Teri Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180 E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3