Do I need a tow package

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   The factory brake controller in my F150 is outstanding.  And it doesn't hang under the dash.  If one came with the truck use it and enjoy.

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Keith-N-Dar Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 03 Apr 2011 Location: Mayville, WI Online Status: Offline Posts: 1447	Topic: Do I need a tow package Posted: 16 May 2013 at 7:14pm
	The factory brake controller in my F150 is outstanding. And it doesn't hang under the dash. If one came with the truck use it and enjoy.
	Keith-N-Dar Boris & Betty (Boston Terriers) 2011 R-Pod 177 2010 Ford F-150

coopercdrkey Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 26 Aug 2012 Location: Cedar Key, FL Online Status: Offline Posts: 457	Posted: 16 May 2013 at 6:20am
	"Integrated Electronic Brake Control" was mentioned in the owners' manual for our new Chevy 1500. It is obviously an option, but if purchased works the same way as an aftermarket device. In my original post under this topic I said "Ask to be sure". So you have asked, and now you're sure! Congrats, and safe travels. (edit)- We don't have it..... (sniff.......)
	Bob and Joyce Jennifer and Baxter, the Campin' Cocker Spaniels RP 177 "Key Pod" Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT / Z71

Jody Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 11 May 2013 Online Status: Offline Posts: 23	Posted: 15 May 2013 at 6:16pm
	After talking with the serive manager at the car dealership and also the owner of the RV dealership, they both assured us that the factory installed tow package with trailer break control would be enough. The RV dealership said the only thing we may want are swaybars for sway and stability

Camper Bob Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 26 Sep 2011 Location: Portland Oregon Online Status: Offline Posts: 913	Posted: 15 May 2013 at 12:35pm
	While looking at pricing a new Chev. Tahoe, I noticed that the tow package does NOT include a brake controller. I believe in most states, any towed vehicle over 1500 lbs. must have a brake. On marine trailers they have a surge brake, while on trailers that remain relatively dry, on lighter ones, electric brakes are the cheapest for manufacturers to install. Safe Travels.
	Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder

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: 9059	Posted: 15 May 2013 at 11:23am
	With all of your praises of the wireless Prodigy, if my original Prodigy ever dies I'll probably go to the wireless one.
	Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual

P&M Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 13 Aug 2012 Location: Spokane, WA Online Status: Offline Posts: 454	Posted: 15 May 2013 at 9:02am
	I'll echo dsmiths in his praise of the wireless prodigy ... we have one as well and it is so easy to use, and portable when we eventually trade-up to a new TV down the road.
	P & M ... and Comet too! 2012 171 -- The Monkey Pod 2018 Ram 2500

dsmiths Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 10 Oct 2011 Location: Southern Ind Online Status: Offline Posts: 866	Posted: 14 May 2013 at 10:06pm
	I have the wireless prodigy and really like its performance. One thing I like (or maybe don't like) my son and daughter both have vehicles that are able to tow the pod easily. they can plug in the handheld unit in the cigar lighter and go. its that easy. the bad part is I don't want them to borrow the pod
	Dane and Donna Smith 2011 RP-172 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4X4 lift kit prodigy wireless brake controller

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: 9059	Posted: 14 May 2013 at 8:51pm
	There's also a wireless version of the Prodigy line which some here have and like. Plug in and go.
	Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual

Racer\|X\| Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 21 Mar 2012 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 14 May 2013 at 7:58pm
	Agreed, you will need a brake-controller installed.

Thinker Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 Feb 2013 Location: S. Mississippi Online Status: Offline Posts: 171	Posted: 14 May 2013 at 5:37pm
	Your trailer has brakes. You need a Prodigy brake controller. Even though you have a heavy vehicle you are still being pushed by a ton and a half of inertia. Let me tell you a story. I had a 36' Diesel Pusher motor home with air brakes. I was towing a Honda Pilot. I rigged the Pilot with air brakes off the main coach (ask if interested). I was tooling along across a bridge in New Orleans. A little Mazda Miata passes me on the left. Jumps in my lane, then hits the brakes to take the exit to the right. I hit the brakes hard and the air horn even harder. The brakes on the toad saved my bacon. Always use the trailer brakes. Other than that, put a ball in the receiver and enjoy. You have a great rig.
	Tow Vehicle: 2013 Pathfinder 4WD R-POD Model 171