Pollak 6-Pole, Round Pin, Trailer Wiring Connector - Trailer End
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Pollak 6-Pole, Round Pin, Trailer Wiring Connector - Trailer End
Item # PK11604
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Pollak Trailer Wiring - PK11604
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 6 Round
- Plug Only
- Pollak
Establish a secure connection between your trailer and tow vehicle with this 6-pole plug. Round brass pins ensure minimum voltage drop, and pull grips enable easy insertion and removal.
Features:
- Standard, 6-pole plug connects trailer to socket on tow vehicle
- Round, floating, solid brass terminal pins
- Minimum voltage drop is ensured
- Coated with dielectric (non-conducting) grease
- Prevents corrosion and resistance
- Easy alignment and maximum contact
- Solid brass terminal screws
- Die-cast housing for durability
- Tapered design with jumbo, finger-pull grips
- Easy hand-position pull
- Tapered design with jumbo, finger-pull grips
- Cable lock with plated steel retainer screw
- High-impact, ABS thermoplastic interior
- Includes extended lip for easy removal and replacement
- Accepts up to #12 gauge wires
- Has key and keyway to eliminate twisting and breakage
- Replaceable - minimizes maintenance costs
Specs:
- Volt rating: 6 volts - 28 volts
- Current rating: 40 continuous-duty amps
- Wiring configuration:
- Color - circuit:
- White - Ground Return
- Brown - Tail Lights
- Yellow - Left Turn
- Red - Stop and/or Electric Brakes
- Green - Right Turn
- Blue - Auxiliary Circuit
- Color - circuit:
- 1-Year limited warranty
11-604 Pollak 6-Way, Round Pin, Trailer Wiring Connector - Trailer End
Replaces 30205
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Pollak 6-Pole, Round Pin, Trailer Wiring Connector - Trailer End - PK11604
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (154 Customer Reviews)
Establish a secure connection between your trailer and tow vehicle with this 6-pole plug. Round brass pins ensure minimum voltage drop, and pull grips enable easy insertion and removal.by: Kristie04/04/2024
Quick shipping, will order from them ag ain!
by: Kenneth 01/10/2024
Exactly what I needed and It's a great fit
by: Gerald 01/25/2024
Very Nice Rugged piece. Thanks much!
by: Claude L.07/24/2017
I got exactly what I ordered, two replacement cable plugs for my tow bar from car to tow vehicle. Package included easy to follow instructions for wiring connections. The cable package from the tow bar company is pretty pricey but these plugs and the existing cable to repair cost around $10.00. I will probably order two more to have as spares.
by: Connector for toed vehicle04/05/2023
Shipping faster than expected. Price very good. Great customer service. Good follow up after sale with installation videos.
by: Richard05/30/2022
This works well. I used it for a couple of years and never had a problem.
Richard
5/31/2023
I made some changes that required a 7 pin connector and removed this 6 pin for possible use later on.
by: Steve08/25/2023
these are just what need, I just got them in the mail about 30 min ago, could not find both parts at local farm store. these look like what I used when I was younger, they worked great then so should be good now. I thought I had a problem, but it was just me. Steve
by: Robert 10/05/2023
well made, delivered quick
by: Dennis 10/03/2021
Received quickly. Easy replacement for my motorhome teather. Well made.
Dennis
10/7/2022
No problems. Working as designed.
by: Sue 03/03/2023
used to replace pollak trailer hookup that lasted over 25 years
by: Chip Rivers09/12/2014
These connectors were high quality by a known manufacturer. I could have bought them locally but I wouldn't have gotten the expert advice and detailed information that I was able to get from eTrailer!. I talked to several people and each one was very knowledgeable. When the parts arrived, it surprised me because they came so quickly! I would readily order from them again if I needed more trailer parts. I used these connectors to adapt a Minn-Kota trolling motor to my fishing kayak and have attached some pictures showing it installed.
by: Broetskys06/17/2023
Great product just what I need thank
by: Jim B.02/01/2018
Decided to make a spare pushbutton controller for my dump trailer so I wanted a good 6-pin connector that matched what I had. This was exactly what I needed. Good quality. Quick delivery. Good price. Had one hiccup with my credit card, and CSR's contacted me asap and got it all straightened out in no time. Would definitely order from etrailer again.
by: Jon .W01/26/2019
I replaced the connector ends on the cable that hooks from my motor home to my tow vehicle.
The PK11604 are better made product than the original connectors. A machine screw is used to hold the
Receptial in place as compared to the original which had a flush head wood screw. The terminal hold down screws are stronger and easy to work with when installing the wires.
by: Rusty07/06/2017
Works great, what I needed for the connection for my DC fuel pump to my fuel tank I carry in the bed of my truck. I have been a customer for a couple of years now and will continue to be as you always have everything I need then ship it out in a very timely matter.
by: Ronnie04/26/2017
Purchased some new LED lights for trailer. eTrailer has good prices and a good selection. Shipping was a bit slow but that may be be eTrailer's fault, we all know how the postal service works...or doesn't.
No reservations about re-ordering from this company, I like that George followed up with me afterward to make sure I'm satisfied.
Order with confidence!
by: Ryan W.06/26/2015
I really appreciated the detail etrailer.com provided with each of their products. I was confident of what I was buying and that it would do what I needed to do. I will definitely be buying from them again in the future. Shipping was fair priced and very quick! Thanks a bunch, etrailer.com!! - Ryan
by: Ronald 06/27/2023
Great price.
by: Carl H01/11/2015
Was impressed with the websites videos showing how to remove, replace and wire these fittings. When the fitting arrived the procedures were as easy as demonstrated. Did note however that the old fittings showed silicone sealant around the wire connection points and don't recall that being part of the instructions, but seemingly a good idea
by: Fritzmeister4910/20/2016
This connector was used to replace a similar no name Chinese knock-off that had corroded badly. Also, I no longer keep the trailer cable connected and left in the elements. Easy to disconnect both ends and store separately.
by: Jim D.08/19/2015
I ordered replacement side markers and was pleased to find the bulbs came sealed to the lense. The ones they replaced had twist in bulbs that would work out of the back of the lense. Better than expected product and prompt shipping. Thanks, Jim D.
by: Larry B.11/21/2013
This item and the receiver were exactly what I was searching for. I have a motorcycle trike, with a matching motorcycle tow trailer. That is what these items were ordered for. Very happy with purchase and shipping.
by: Robert M.07/25/2015
The Pollak quality is always great! I use this style plug for my trailers. They last longer than the cheap rubber plugs and are easy to maintain.
by: Jim L.12/22/2016
I received the plug/receptacle for my 2002 Chevy van promptly and it was the right fit. The videos provided on the site were very helpful in wiring the plug correctly. All-n-all, a great experience and I would recommend E-Trailer to anyone.
by: Jim O.02/24/2012
All parts delivered promptly and packaged securely. I will be mounting the 6-pin plastic wiring socket into the underside of my Honda Goldwing trunk and connecting the 6-pin connector to my Uni-Go single-wheel trailer.
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Claude L.
7/24/2018
Have no issues since the connector plugs replaced. Very satisfied.