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So my 15' GMC Sierra didn't come with trailer brake controller but it did come with the harness adapter to plug under the dash. I'm curious on how some of you guys installed yours? I want to add one seeing as they're inexpensive but I can't seem to find a way to install it without drilling some holes in truck to keep the brake controller itself attached to interior.

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So my 15' GMC Sierra didn't come with trailer brake controller but it did come with the harness adapter to plug under the dash. I'm curious on how some of you guys installed yours? I want to add one seeing as they're inexpensive but I can't seem to find a way to install it without drilling some holes in truck to keep the brake controller itself attached to interior.

There is a product from 3M very much like velcro, but plastic. It's called 3M dual lock. It is adhesive backed, and absolutely amazing. It holds devices in place like none other. May fit exactly what you're looking for.

 

 

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I decided on drilling a few holes in that under steering wheel panel for my eq and trailer brake and attach them that way. Then start looking for a replacement panel that I will buy and store till I trade it in. Hopefully I can find a good deal since I am not in a crazy hurry to do it.

 

 

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Check out the Hopkins InSight. The display and slider are small separate pieces that can be mounted with velcro or two-sided tape.

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I decided on drilling a few holes in that under steering wheel panel for my eq and trailer brake and attach them that way. Then start looking for a replacement panel that I will buy and store till I trade it in. Hopefully I can find a good deal since I am not in a crazy hurry to do it.

 

 

2014 Chevy silverado Z71 DCSB w/Bilstein 5100 level

The dealer won't notice or care about a couple small screw holes in the kick panel...

 

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Andrewhtx Enthusiast

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Here is a picture of the Tekonsha P3 mounted above the headlight 4x4 switch.

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/uploads/monthly_12_2015/post-127843-0-77143200-1448998330.jpg

 

Keeps longer legged persons from banging their knees on the controller when you get in

 

Looks good, how did you get the wires to stay hidden? I've heard good things about the tekonsha

 

I'll care tho..

 

The dealer won't notice or care about a couple small screw holes in the kick panel...

 

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Lgetz Senior Enthusiast

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Andre not my truck another forum member Bobber is the one who did that modification.

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