Expert Answers about Dodge Dakota

• Mounting Bracket For Hopkins 42205
• You can mount your # HM42205 using the Hopkins Fold-Over Mounting Bracket for 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector # HM48595.
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• Which Brophy Tie Downs Will Fit a 2002 Dodge Dakota?
• When we are unable to measure we recommend going with the larger Brophy Tie Down # HSSF which has a 5-7/16" measurement from the lip to the bend. The Zinc Plated # HSBP one you found has a 5" measurement from the lip to the bend. We have not attempted to fit these on a Dakota in our shop and Brophy builds these as a universal option and only has to do a redesign when the market changes which is why you see wider options since the rails have gotten wider on newer trucks.
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• Troubleshooting No Reverse Lights on 2003 Dodge Dakota
• I haven't, Steve. All of the trailer wiring for a 2003 Dakota like # 118329 is plug and play so there wouldn't be a need to physically run another wire. I did some research though, and the only other thing I could find was that If a trailer has more than 1 taillight per side then you'd need to use a ModuLite® or dealer supplied harness, per Dodge. Since you're not getting reverse lights, I'd recommend checking the fuse box first to see if there may have been a fuse blown. If there has...
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• Timbren Rear Suspension Kit that Fits 2006 Dodge Dakota
• Hey Steve, what you would want is the Timbren kit part # TDDR05 that fits your 2006 Dodge Dakota. This will give your truck additional rear suspension support so that it doesn't sag when towing your travel trailer.
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• How to Find Correct Brake Controller Stoplight Circuit on Vehicle
• I don't know what vehicle you have that you are installing a brake controller so the best solution I have for you would be to use a circuit tester like the part # PTW2993 to test all of the wires that run to the brake switch until you find one that has 12 volts only when the brakes are applied.
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