Brake Controller Recommendation for 2015 BMW X5 with 7-Way Adapter ETBC7
Question:
Hi I have a 2015 BMW X5 no towing package and have installed the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kitinch and the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires. What is the easiest/best proportional brake controller to install if I want to have charging to the trailer Li battery while driving? I was looking at the Curt Echo Wireless Brake controller, but I wasnt sure how the additional required wiring would feed back into the trailer the battery is not accessible from the outside of the trailer.
asked by: Michael G
Expert Reply:
The easiest to install brake controller on your 2015 BMW X5 that has the # ETBC7 installed would definitely be the Curt Echo part # C51180 as it basically just plugs into your 7-way and once synced to your phone is installed. I wouldn't say this is the BEST though. Sometimes people have reception issues with this controller which is why I say that. It still functions fine if it loses signal but for some people it's frustrating. I would recommend the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty part # RED24FR as the best option as it only requires putting a small knob on your dash instead of a big controller and is very reliable.
Products Referenced in This Question
Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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