4-Way Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a Utility Trailer
Question:
Hello, I have a question. I have a 6 ft x 12 ft utility trailer that I haul my quads or lawn mowers on. Its about 15 yrs old and I would like to replace all the wiring. I already purchased some 16ga wore and Im wondering what connector I need to buy that I would wire into. The trailer currently has a 5wire flat connector on it now but Im only used to seeing the 4 wire flat connector? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
asked by: Don
Expert Reply:
A 5-way is usually seen on trailers that have either reverse lights or a reverse lockout for a surge brake system. If you have no need for a 5-way you could use a 4-way like the part # W787268.
If you did want to install a 5-way you would want the part # A40W5B. A 4-way connector on a tow vehicle would still plug into a 5-way on a trailer. The fifth circuit just wouldn't be active.
To make the install simpler and cleaner a junction box like part # 38656 would be a great option. Check out the install video I attached as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
35 Ft 4-Way Trailer Wiring Harness - Wishbone Style - 42" Ground
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 31 Feet and Longer
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
- Optronics
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40 Ft 5-Way Trailer Wiring Harness - Wishbone Style - 30" Ground - 5' Auxiliary Wire
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 31 Feet and Longer
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
- Optronics
more information >
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