Towing

[EFNFAST]

It's odd that they give specs using a brake controller but don't actually offer one in the tow package. It's like saying the Mustang can do a sub 10 second 1/4 mile*

*Using NOS, a custom supercharger kit and 500lbs weight reduction.

My thoughts exactly.

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[rangerdanger]

Credit to Norilsk

 

[rangerdanger]

Ford is towing a 6,400lb boat with a 2019 Ranger that has a 6,900lb towing capacity. They are using a brake controller (Not shown). From 4:00 mark from Climb Inside the 2019 Ford Ranger: Is This The Most Important Truck of the Year?

At the 6:20 mark the Ford Rep mentions you will be able to buy a brake controller directly from "Ford Service and install in the console".

 

[rangerdanger]

HUH! I just noticed that VIN isn't a US VIN. That must be a Canadian unit.

According to Wikipedia it's actually a US model.

https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Vehic...IN_codes)/World_Manufacturer_Identifier_(WMI)

 

[kep]

HUH! I just noticed that VIN isn't a US VIN. That must be a Canadian unit.

aaa guys, that's the tag on the trailer...

 

[j0shm1lls]

aaa guys, that's the tag on the trailer...

lol...

I was wondering why the tire pressure was listed at 65 PSI... Guess I shoulda paid attention to the tire size also. whooooops!

 

[RodSlinger]

They do offer a brake controller. It just isn't offered as an OEM order item. It will be available through the dealer parts.

 

[Strokerduster]

HUH! I just noticed that VIN isn't a US VIN. That must be a Canadian unit.

That's from the trailer.

 

[Stic-o]

So it looks to me like a f150 brake controller could fit in the space where the USB port pannel is in the front cubby.


Hmmmm...need to find some measurements..

 

[RodSlinger]

Concerned about towing?

It's almost comical sometimes towing a big box trailer like that. There is so much aero drag that when you let off the gas the trailer stops YOU.

I've come down I-24 from Monteagle, TN towing a 6x12 enclosed and held between 55 and 60 just coasting. Rarely needed the brakes as that big parachute of a trailer kept the speed in check.

I would rather drag a 6000 lb boat instead of an empty box trailer on road trips. That aero KILLS mileage.

 

[rangerdanger]

Aftermarket brake controller installed by Ford. Looks pretty “factory” without being too cheap looking either.

From about 4:00 minute mark:

 

[Rinn69]

Not sure on how "ideal" it is to just push the button down to override/manually engage the trailer brakes.....just don't let your hand slip and hit it. Anyone actually used a set-up like this before ? How sensitive is the button, ie: do the brakes lockup easily if bumped ? Personally, I like the old style with a paddle to squeeze with 2 fingers...better feel of the resistance.

 

[j0shm1lls]

Found this on the Australian Ford site, looks like we'll be sharing a part with the boys down under.

 

[Stic-o]

Almost $600 for a brake controller?

That's insane. I have a top of line Prodigy P3 in my f250, and you can pick them up for $100 bucks.

Edit: after some quick research, that one is made by redarc and is about $200

https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=L&ai...wjite-y16ffAhWihFQKHQazD6gQwg96BAgOEA8&adurl=

https://www.etrailer.com/Brake-Cont...MIjIfAvNmn3wIVGMRkCh3I_wlKEAQYASABEgK1xfD_BwE

 

[rangerdanger]

Almost $600 for a brake controller?

That's insane. I have a top of line Prodigy P3 in my f250, and you can pick them up for $100 bucks.

Edit: after some quick research, that one is made by redarc and is about $200

https://www.etrailer.com/tv-review-redarc-tow-pro-elite-brake-controller-331-ebr

Your link is broken. Maybe the dealer installed one is warrantied through Ford for $600 US.

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