Toughest 7-Way Trailer Wiring Connector

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Question:

Hello What is the best most heavy duty indestructible version of this product? 7 blade rv plug PK12706 There must be a better more heavy duty version.

asked by: Jason L

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Expert Reply:

We offer a metal trailer 7-way with the part # HM48510 which would be the toughest 7-way out there.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Hopkins Endurance Metal Trailer Connector #HM48510 will have the black 12V wire connection at the 1 o'clock position when looking at the back side of the connector where the wiring will secure to the connector. The color and functions…

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Answer 2

In most cases, the random trailer brake disconnected message on the in-dash display of your pickup with factory trailer brake controller is caused by a loose connection between the vehicle and trailer. I recommended first inspecting the plug on…

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Answer 3

You likely can use any replacement switch since all they do is complete a circuit when the pin is pulled out. One wire on the switch should be connected to the positive battery terminal on the trailer. The other will tee into the wiring leading from…

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Answer 4

Each of the circuits that the 7-Way Connector #A7WCB has makes contact with the vehicle 7-way pins with a single pin. In case you were asking about how the wires connect to the connector check out the attached picture.

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Answer 5

The Bargman 7-Way, RV-Style Connector #WG54006-043 referenced in your question uses the standard RV-style pin locations for its 7-Way connector. I have attached a diagram of these locations and their functions for you to check out. Wire colors will…

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Answer 6

The Hopkins 7-way part #HM11141144 that you referenced normally fits a bracket like the part #HM40978 which I attached a picture that shows all of the dimensions of.

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Answer 7

I attached a diagram that shows how to match all of the wire colors of the Hopkins Multi-Tow 7-Way Blade and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector #HM11141144 to the wire colors on your 2017 GMC Canyon.

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Answer 8

I have a replacement connector option, but the clips of the Hopkins #HM11141144 you were looking at are not available as a replacement part. Instead you'll need the #HM40975 which has the connector you need with new clips, and is a little cheaper…

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Answer 9

Given the wheel bolt pattern and the 8-247 that's cast into your existing brake drums, you have a 3500 lb axle. Assuming you have E-Z Lube spindles with the grease zerks in the end, you'd want to use the #AKHD-545-35-EZ-K hub/drums you looked…

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Answer 10

You should have continuity between the 5 o'clock brake output pin and 7 o'clock ground pin in your 7-way connector with the brakes applied. I recommend turning the trailer brake controller to its max setting and having someone apply the…

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Answer 11

One wire on the truck cap is to power the light and connects to the blue wire you found. The other should be a ground and needs to be connected to a clean, bare metal surface.

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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