Expert Answers about Mercury Grand Marquis

How to Determine Bolt Hole Pattern of 13" Wheels on '60s Serro Scotty Trailer
There are a few ways to determine what bolt pattern you have on your '60s Serro Scotty trailer wheels with the most common being that you measure from the center of one bolt hole to the center of one directly across for an even number of bolt holes or from the center of one to the farthest edge o one of the farther bolt holes for an odd number of bolt holes (see attached photo). The most common bolt hole hole pattern for a 13" wheel is 5 on 4-1/2" like what you see on the Dexstar Conventional...
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Can Timbren Axle Less Systems be Used on Tandem Axle Trailers
You can use Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension Systems like the part # A35RS545 in a tandem axle setup but I would not recommend running this axle with a standard trailer axle at same time. You'd want to run two of the Timbren axles to ensure proper weight distribution. Also the center point between the two axles would need to be where your current axle is right now.
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Parts Needed to Add Brakes to Aluma 6310H Trailer
Thank you for all of that info. Based on that you'd need a 3,500 lb trailer axle hub and drum with 5 on 4-1/2 inch wheel bolt pattern and matching brake assemblies. For that you'd want the # AKHD-545-35-K for the hub which comes with all bearings and is pre-greased and then for brake assemblies # AKEBRK-35-SA which are self-adjusting and you'd be set.
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2000 Grand Marquis Trailer Hitch Receiver Capacity Rated Higher Than Vehicle Capacity
Your owners manual will give you the towing capacity of your vehicle. The hitch receiver, like # C12130 has a higher capacity rating, but you will be limited to the manufacturer's specs. The hitch although rated for more, does not increase your vehicle's rating. In towing, the weakest rating of any of your parts is the one that is your maximum rating of all your parts. In this case, your limit will be 2000 lbs max towing capacity.
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Recommended Sway Control for 1800 lbs 13 Foot Scamp Travel Trailer
Sway control is designed to be used in situations where the trailer sways under adverse conditions such as high winds or when large vehicles are passing causing the trailer to become unstable. Sway control also helps if you have to maneuver suddenly. Also if the trailer has a low tongue weight percentage the sway control can help to a point, but a weight distribution system will help more with this situation. The best solution for sway that is present without the above mentioned adverse...
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Recommended Suspension Enhancement for a 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
Not that we would have! Sorry Peter but for a 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis the only help we can offer for suspension upgrades are the Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs for Coil Spring Suspension item # CSS-1145R. These insert in your rear coil springs and keep the suspension from fully moving thus preventing squat. They are easily removable when you're not towing.
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Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis W/ Dual Exhaust
The Class III rating on a trailer hitch receiver means it has a 2" receiver and has a higher tongue weight and trailer weight rating than a Class I or II hitch. Class III hitches are what we typically recommend if they are available for the specific vehicle as the 2" receiver offers the most options for accessories like a bike rack, cargo carrier, or ball mount, and the increased tongue weight and trailer weight ratings are ideal for knowing the receiver on your vehicle is plenty strong...
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What is the Best Roof Rack Option for a 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis?
Yes, the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long - Black # 298-SX6000B is the best option (and currently, the only option) for you. The Monkey Bars has one of the easiest installations of any roof racks we carry. In addition, the Monkey Bars have a total weight capacity of 150 pounds to give you plenty of capacity to transport cargo and accessories on your 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. To carry your accessories, you might not be able to transport your kayaks, bikes,...
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Driving in Reverse with Fastway e2 Weight Distribution with Sway Control
You made a great choice! The e2 Weight Distribution Hitch, # FA94-00-1000, is a sturdy system that has 2-Point Sway Control and comes with a 10-year warranty. The unique design of this system does allow you to back up without having to disconnect the sway bars. Don't give your friends a hard time, though. Many weight distribution systems have independent friction sway control devices that do require you to get out of your vehicle and remove the device prior to backing up. Your e2 system,...
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for Towing a Motorcycle Trailer with a 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
We have several hitches available for your 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. I would recommend a Class 3 hitch for towing your motorcycle trailer and because the 2 inch receiver opening will provide many more options for accessories in the future. The Draw-Tite Class 3 Max-E-Loader Trailer Hitch, item # 41116, would be a good selection and will require a spacer Kit, ordered on the product page, for installation. The Curt Class 3 Trailer Hitch, item # 13707, is also a good choice and comes with...
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis for Towing Small Boat
For your 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis the Curt hitch part # 13707 has been confirmed as a fit and would have the towing capacities of 4,000 lbs total trailer weight and 400 lbs tongue weight. We have suspension enhancements available for your vehicle, but since I don't know the weight of your boats/trailer it's hard to say if they would be necessary. The Firestone part # F4107 has been confirmed as a fit for your vehicle though. Be sure not to also exceed the towing capacities of your vehicle...
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What Additional Steps Are Required For Installation Of The Curt Receiver # 13707 on Dual Exhaust?
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13707 only requires modification to the passenger side exhaust bracket on 2003 and later models with dual exhaust. You will not have to modify the exhaust on your 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. If you had a 2003 or later model the passenger side exhaust hanger is removed before installing the receiver. Then it is reversed and attached with the additional 5/16" hardware included in the kit after the receiver has been installed. I do recommend installing...
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Troubleshooting Turn Signals Going Out When Brakes Are Pressed After 4-way Connector Is Installed
Since the turn signals go out when applying the brakes in our 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis I recommend using a circuit tester like # PTW2993 on the green and yellow wires when you have the turn signal on and the brakes are being applied. If you are getting power on the green wire or yellow wire on your wiring but the turn signals are not working that means there is a grounding issue on the trailer side. I recommend double checking the main ground on the tongue of the trailer that it is...
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Will the Draw-Tite QSP Trailer Hitch Silencer and Cover Work on a 2" Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver
I do have a hitch cover and anti-rattle sleeve option for you, however, the Draw-Tite QSP Trailer Hitch Silencer and Cover part # 63080 will not fit a 2" Curt trailer hitch receiver as the collar on the outside of the hitch receiver is too large. In order to cover the receiver opening on a 2" Curt trailer hitch receiver like part # 13707 I recommend using the Curt Rubber Tube Cover part # C22272. For anti-rattle purposes I recommend using the Brophy Stabilizer Bracket for 2" Hitch Receiver...
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How to Install Hopkins Universal Trailer Wiring Harness on a 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
Universal trailer wiring harnesses such as # 46255 do not have vehicle specific installation instructions but it isn't difficult to install this harness. All you will have to do is determine the functions of the vehicle tail light wiring using a circuit tester such as # PTW2993 or a meter if you have one. On the harness, the white wire is ground. Attach it to a clean bare metal surface. The yellow wire will go to the left turn signal/brake light wire on your 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis....
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Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis Towing a 1974 Play Mor Camper
A brake controller and trailer brakes are recommended any time the weight of the trailer being towed exceeds 50 percent of the weight of the vehicle. In your case the 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weighs somewhere around 3900 lbs or slightly more, so If the gross trailer weight loaded and ready to tow is below 1,950 lbs then a brake controller would not be required but would still be a good idea for safety and would help with wear and tear on the vehicle brakes and suspension. We have articles...
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Carrying Motorcycle on Hitch Mounted Carrier on Mercury Grand Marquis
Your 1-1/4 inch receiver on your Grand Marquis is most likely a Class II, but without an ID sticker or part number to confirm, I couldn't say for sure. This means that your hitch likely has a tongue weight capacity (maximum amount of downward force that can be applied to hitch without damaging it) ranging from 200-350 lbs. The fact that there's a reinforcing ring around it would lend credence to the fact that it's a Class II, but there are a few manufacturers that have made class I's with...
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Can Lippert Ground Control Stabilizer Jack be Used on Bumper Pull Trailer
Lippert Ground Control # LC358590 is designed for 5th wheel trailers so it is not a good option for your bumper pull trailer. There isn't an automated system like this for travel trailers at this time from us.
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What Modifications Need to be Made to Install Curt Hitch # C121030 on a 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
You will need to relocate the exhaust pipe hanger on the passenger side to accommodate your dual exhaust on your 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. There is a hole in the plate bracket of the Curt Hitch # C12130 that will allow you to do this. Aside from that you will need to drill holes in the frame of your 2002 Mercury Grand for the mounting hardware to secure this hitch to the vehicle.
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2011 Mercury Grand Marquis Trailer Hitch Recommendation
I really like the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e66AR for your 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis for a few reasons; it has the matte black finish that blends in with any black trim on your vehicle and hides scratches from road debris, plus it has the hidden crosstube so it looks great and promotes the best ground clearance possible.
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