2002 Brake Controller/7 pin Install

Wondering if anyone else has run into issues with getting a brake controller and 7 pin installed in their 2000-2002 tundra. Apparently the plug and play harness didn't come factory until 2003.

I found this kit that was recommended from etrailer - https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/etrailer/ETBC7.html but at $114 I feel like there may be a cheaper option.

I was thinking of getting this kit instead and buying the wire and other pieces separately - https://www.etrailer.com/Wiring/Curt/C57672.html#exp-productdetails=.reviews\

If anyone has any suggestions or tips I would appreciate the help.

*I do have a 4 pin already

 

I installed one into my 2001 a few months ago. I was also looking at that kit, but to save money I bought the Hopkins 47275 and CURT 57672 off of Amazon. I think it was like $50 total. Took me about an hour to install.

 

An hour? That's quick work sir! I paid a local shop about $200 for the 7 pin receptacle, the brake controller and the wiring. I already had the 4 flat converter box.

 

Yeah, I got really into it while listening to music. I did already have wires run along the frame that I could use for reference, and stock 4 pin wiring. Worst part was one of the bolts for the 4 pin mounting bracket broke off so i had to drill it out. Otherwise it was pretty straightforward.

 

@Ghostly.- what brake controller did you go with?

 

My dad had one laying around from an f150 he sold a while ago, and never used because the truck he bought had one installed. Its a Hayes Synchronizer. It does its job well for smaller trailers(does well with my dads 3000lb single axle camper) but I would recommend something better if you plan on towing a larger trailer. If you can spend the cash I've heard that the proportional ones make for a much better ride.