Adding In-Bed 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Trailer Wiring on a 2013 Dodge Ram 3500
Question:
Will this or any other plug-in T-connector type add-on Gooseneck/5th-Wheel 7-way plug work on a 2013 Ram 3500?
asked by: Mark
Expert Reply:
For the 2013 Dodge Ram 3500, if the truck came with a factory 7-Way trailer connector (most of them do), then there are 2 options for adding in-bed 5th wheel/gooseneck trailer wiring. First, you can use # 41157. This connector plugs in line with the factory 7-Way just behind the connector at the back of the truck.
Second you can use # PK11893-11932. This harness also plugs in line with the factory connector but requires a little manual hardwiring as well. The diagram for this is on the product page. I have linked some videos featuring this harness for you.
If the truck did not come with any trailer wiring you will have to first install # 119250KIT. Then you will need # HM47200 to add a 7-Way. You can then use an installation kit # 5506 plus a 40 amp circuit breaker for the 12 volt line # PK54540 to hardwire in the rest of the wires on the adapter. Then, once that is completed, you can use either harness indicated above to add the in-bed wiring. I have linked an FAQ article that will help should you need to hardwire in a 7-Way.
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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
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Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug
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Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install Trailer Connector Adapter - 4-Way Flat to 7-Blade
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Pollak Circuit Breaker - Cycling/Automatic Reset - 40 Amp - Straight Mount Bracket
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Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 10' Long
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