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Sandy Swede · 06-13-2014, 03:49 AM

We are relative newbies to towing our TT. The RV dealer initialized the brake controller settings and installed the Reese WD hitch. When slowing to a stop using the TV brakes, say less than 10 mph, the trailer brakes lock up and the tires skid. I can use the slider to engage the trailer brakes alone to avoid the lock up, but that doesn't seem optimal. The instructions for the brake controller advise that you should "slightly reduce power by adjusting the power knob." If I do that, do I run the risk of backing off too much and overtax the TV brakes? With the current setting, would my TT brakes be locking up without me being aware at higher speeds, which of course, would not be good either?

Thank you for whatever wisdom and experience you may choose to share.

06-13-2014, 03:49 AM	#1
Sandy Swede Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Delaware Posts: 13	Brake controller question We are relative newbies to towing our TT. The RV dealer initialized the brake controller settings and installed the Reese WD hitch. When slowing to a stop using the TV brakes, say less than 10 mph, the trailer brakes lock up and the tires skid. I can use the slider to engage the trailer brakes alone to avoid the lock up, but that doesn't seem optimal. The instructions for the brake controller advise that you should "slightly reduce power by adjusting the power knob." If I do that, do I run the risk of backing off too much and overtax the TV brakes? With the current setting, would my TT brakes be locking up without me being aware at higher speeds, which of course, would not be good either? Thank you for whatever wisdom and experience you may choose to share. __________________ 2013 Premier 30REPR Reese Dual Cam 2006 Chevy Express 3500 conversion van 6.0L 3.73x, Power Stop drilled & slotted rotors & semi-met pads, Bilsteins, Derale tranny pan cooler w/synthetic.