Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and Wiring for 1997 Dodge Dakota
Question:
I am about to purchase a hitch, wiring harness and silencer for my 1997 dodge dakota. Is there a bracket that I can purchase to mount the trailer light plug too so it will look nicer? Thank you
asked by: Dennis W
Expert Reply:
For your 1997 Dodge Dakota, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class 3 - 2" # e53AR which is a confirmed fit and an easy installation on your vehicle. I've attached a video of this installation on a similar truck for you to see the installation. For a silencer, I recommend the Draw-Tite QSP Trailer Hitch Silencer and Cover for 2" Hitch Receivers # 63080.
For a wiring harness, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118329. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your Dodge Dakota's wiring harness, which is located at the rear, along the inside of the frame rail on both the driver's and passenger's sides. Once installation is complete, the 4-way flat connector will be stowed beneath your Dodge Dakota, near the trailer hitch. I recommend the mounting bracket # 18144 along with the No-Drill Mount Bracket # 18140 to keep the connector secure.
You will also need a ball mount and I recommend the B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 3" Drop, 3-1/2" Rise - 7.5K - Black, # BWTS10035B. This will give you a 2 inch and 1-7/8 inch hitch ball as well as give you adjustability to tow a trailer level by offering the 1 inch height adjustments between a 3 inch drop and 3-1/2 inch rise. This ball mount also offers the ability to hide the ball on the backside when not in use to give you a clean look and save your shins when loading cargo in the bed of your truck. I also recommend the hitch pin lock # e98880 to secure your investment.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket - Short
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
- 5 Flat
- 4 Round
- 5 Round
- Tow Ready
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Draw-Tite QSP Trailer Hitch Silencer and Cover for 2" Hitch Receivers
- Hitch Anti-Rattle
- Standard Anti-Rattle
- Manufacturer Specific
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Sleeve Style
- Accessory Anti-Rattle
- Draw-Tite
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B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 3" Drop, 3-1/2" Rise - 7.5K - Black
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 3 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- B and W
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Chrome
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Chrome
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-5/8 Inch Span
- etrailer
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 800 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
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