http://www.theautochannel.com/vehicles/new/reviews/1997/nhromiak97050806.html Copied from the above review... Land Cruiser is a heavy vehicle (4,933 lbs.) and as such is solid and stable on and off road. All this weight is lugged around by way of a 4.5L DOHC 24 valve in-line 6-cylinder. With 212 horsepower and 275 ft/lbs of torque, this brawny utility has adequate pep for everyday commuting. As a tow vehicle, it should have a V8. Ascending steep hills or grades with a boat or camper in back would be a slow affair. Adjusting the Power to the Trailer Brakes for Prodigy Controller(Prior to setting Boost) Once the control has been securely mounted within the 0 to 70-degree range, it is necessary to set the power needed to stop the trailer during a braking event. 1. Connect trailer to tow vehicle. 2. With engine running hold manual full left and set Power Knob to indicate 6.0 3. Drive tow vehicle and trailer on a dry level paved surface at 25 mph and fully apply manual knob. ? If trailer brakes lock up:? Turn power down using power knob.? If braking was not sufficient:? Turn power up using power knob.4. Repeat Step (3) until power has been set to a point just below wheel lock up or at a sufficient force as to achieve maximum braking power. 5. Using the brake pedal, make a few low speed stops to check the power setting. Trailer braking is initiated and terminated via the stoplight switch. When the brake pedal is released, trailer braking will cease. Here is the other part of the adjustment cycle... Appendix A: Trailer Brake Adjustment** Brakes should be adjusted after the first 200 miles of operation when the brake shoes and drums have “seated” and at 3000 mile intervals, or as use and performance requires. The brakes should be adjusted in the following manner: 1. Jack up trailer and secure on adequate capacity jack stands. Follow trailer manufacturers recommendations for lifting and supporting the unit. Check that the wheel and drum rotate freely. WARNING Do not lift or support trailer on any part ofthe axle or the suspension system. 2. Remove the adjusting hole cover from the adjusting slot on the bottom of the brake backing plate. 3. With a screwdriver or standard adjusting tool, rotate the starwheel of the adjuster assembly to expand the brake shoes. Adjust the brake shoes out until the pressure of the linings against the drum makes the wheel very difficult to turn. Note:With drop spindle axles, a modified adjusting tool with about an 80 degree angle should be used. 4. Then rotate the starwheel in the opposite direction until the wheel turns freely with a slight lining drag. 5. Replace the adjusting hole cover and lower the wheel to the ground. 6. Repeat the above procedure on all brakes. WARNING Never crawl under your trailer unless it isresting on properly placed jack stands. Follow the trailer manufacturers recommendations for lifting and supporting the unit. Do not lift or place supports on any part of the suspension system. **Note: Trailer Brake Adjustment procedures courtesy Dexter Axle |