EL falcon Tambo CT

If yours is runs hot when towing or when driving normally Do this to the cooling system as these have a habit of running hot, more so when towing

I Cut this bit out of a old post I made..
I suggest you completely flush the system (Even get a shop to rod the radiator out), replace the thermostat with a 77degree aftermarket one and run red line Water Wetter and distilled water with a 20% mix of Ford coolant. We did this on my brothers EL and it made a big difference, He has Extractors, Intake, and Upgraded Cam as well. Also if you don’t have an Axillary Auto transmission cooler get one put in.

when the temp gage is hitting the O mark that is around about 105degrees.

You may also want to fit a Radiator filter, completely optional but.

Looking at the Tambo web site, the Cooper unloaded weight is 530kg.
The specifications don't list brakes as standard so why are you seeking advice on an electric brake controller?

A camper of this weight would only require mechanically operated brakes if any fitted at all. Hydraulically assisted through the hitch coupling.

The chances of buying a new vehicle "set up for the job" would be slim.
Dual battery systems (primary and auxiliary) are not standard on new vehicles, so you would still need to retrofit it.
Perhaps you could consider a portable battery system, although if tow vehicle is to be the falcon, then maybe an AGM battery installed in the camper (where the fridge most likely will be) would be a better proposition.
This would need the inclusion of a charging device, such as the Arrid Twin Charge or similar and a suitable heavy duty cable run from your primary battery source.

There is a fair bit of information if you search the forum, or talk to an auto electrician on what you wish to achieve.

Cannot be more specific unless you are more definitive on your exact plans.

Hi BeeMad,

I too own a Tambo and love it. I have towed it once behind my VY crapadore and won't do it again. It was empty when I towed it as I was only getting it registered, but without a brake controller in the car, I could definately feel the camper behind me. It gave the brakes on the VY a work out too. I also found that I had to park on a rediculous angle to attach and disconnect the camper (treg). I am not sure if you can buy a height adjuster for it, but if you can, I would get one.

Cheers

Glenn

Blimy..I tow a 1800kg loaded dual axle poptop van behind our ef wagon without any hassles whatsoever...surely you should not have any trouble with that little bit of weight behind you , especially if you set it up properly...cheers