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  • Adding 5-Way Flat Trailer Connector to 2010 Acura MDX with Existing 4-Way Flat
  • I have a solution for you to tow your boat trailer that has a 5-Way flat connector, however there is not a custom wiring harness to plug into your 2010 Acura MDX that comes with a 5-Way plug. In order to convert your vehicle's wiring from a 4-Way flat to a 5-Way flat, you will want to use an adapter such as the Hopkins Adapter 4-Pole to 5-Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter # 47515. This adapter will plug into your existing 4-Way and includes an additional wire that will be spliced into your...
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  • How to Lock Kuat Transfer Bike Rack to 2016 Acura MDX
  • To lock your Kuat Transfer bike rack TS03G to your 2016 Acura MDX there's a locking threaded hitch pin. Use part # HLT. We also have a kit of cable locks and the hitch lock piece that attaches to your current threaded pin using part # PTSCLK13. It includes 3 cables locks and the hitch lock.
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  • Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 2009 Acura MDX
  • I would recommend you get a supplemental transmission cooler for your vehicle if you plan on towing. The factory transmission cooler is often adequate at best for non-towing situations, so a supplemental cooler would greatly help extend the life of your transmission. Transmission coolers are not vehicle specific, you will need to measure the area in front of your radiator to determine what size cooler will fit and pick the one with those dimensions. If you can fit it, I would recommend...
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  • Parts Needed to Add a 7-Way and Trailer Brake Controller On a 2012 Acura MDX
  • We do have all the parts you will need to install a 7-way on your 2012 Acura MDX but currently there is only a custom fit 4-Way # 118424. The Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7 will allow you to install a trailer brake controller inside the cab of your MDX or you can use a wireless controller like the Curt Echo # C51180 with adding the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L. For an in cab controller I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED52VR as it has a small control knob...
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  • Parts Needed to Add a Trailer Brake Controller to a 2003 Acura MDX
  • The 2003 Acura MDX is not per-wired for a brake controller so you will need a few things in order to install a brake controller starting with a 4- to 7-Way installation kit # ETBC7. This will provide the 7-Way and the wiring and accessories to install the brake controller. I have included some links that explain the ETBC7 installation for you. For a brake controller, I recommend the P2, # 90885. This controller is very popular because it is reliable, easy to set up, and easy to use.
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  • Which GoPower Solar Panels for 2021 Forest River Rockwood Freedom Pop-Up Series 2318G
  • If your 2021 Rockwood Freedom has a GoPower plug already installed, then all you'll need is the Go Power Portable Solar System with Digital Solar Controller - 90 Watt Solar Panel # 34282729 you were looking at. There won't be any additional parts needed to get this kit set up since this solar kit comes with both SAE and XLR plugs, as well as a cord that would allow you to connect directly to the battery. If you wanted to add a 30 foot long extension cord for your system, you can add part...
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  • Will My Spare Tire for My 2022 Acura MDX Fit w/ The Curt Hitch item # C13146?
  • I have a solution for you but the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C13146 does not fit the 2022 Acura MDX it fits the previous model years. For your 2022 MDX you will need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C22HR. This hitch receiver is custom fit and designed specifically for your vehicle. Which means, you will have no issues with your 20" diameter compact mini donut. It is a class III hitch and has a maximum gross trailer weight of 6,000 lbs and a maximum tongue weight of 900 lbs. To...
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  • Prodigy RF Brake Controller Installation in 2015 Acura MDX with Factory 7-Way Wiring
  • In your 2015 Acura MDX with a factory-installed 7-way wiring setup the best trailer brake controller to use is the Curt Echo # C51180. You will not have to crawl under the dash to find a connector (there isn't one on this vehicle) since the Echo offers wireless operation and simply plugs into the the Acura's existing 7-Way. The controller then gets paired to your smart phone and this is what is used to adjust any settings or activate the manual override. Otherwise the Echo will automatically...
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  • Recommended Locking Anti-Rattle Hitch Pin for 2" Hitch on 2018 Acura MDX
  • I recommend looking at the Stainless Steel Locking, Anti-Rattle Threaded Hitch Pin for 2" Trailer Hitches # SR25219, which is going to give you the security you need and does a great job at eliminating rattle on hitch mounted accessories. There really isn't an inconspicuous locking hitch pin, but the black lock body on this pin does a fairly good job of blending in with your hitch. I've linked a review video of this locking hitch pin for you to check out.
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  • Installation of 7-Way Connector on a 2004 Acura MDX With a 4-Flat Connector
  • Since you have a 4-Flat connector on your 2004 Acura MDX right now you can use the Hopkins Adapter, part # 37185 to install a 7-Way connector. This adapter will plug into the 4-Flat on your vehicle and give you a 7-Way and 4-Flat connector at the rear of your vehicle. After plugging in your 4-Flat to the back of the adapter there will be four extra wires that will need to be hardwired to your vehicle. The four remaining wires will need to be hardwired to the corresponding circuits on...
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  • Part Needed to Convert 4-Pole Wiring on 2008 Acura MDX to 7-Way Type Trailer Connector
  • I didn't find any order history for wiring for your 2008 Acura MDX but if you do have a 4-pole kit installed such as one of the compatible items like # C56038 shown on the linked page then we sure can help you with upgrading that wiring format to the 7-way type like # HM40975-11998. The one item you will use is our 7-Way install kit # ETBC7. This all-inclusive kit has everything you need, from the 7-way socket to the wiring, connectors and circuit breakers. This will give you a fully-functioning...
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  • Hitch Receiver and Wiring Harness for a 2022 Acura MDX
  • I have a great hitch for your 2022 Acura MDX. You'll want the etrailer Hitch Receiver item # e27KR. This is a custom fit hitch that bolts directly to your Acura with included hardware and requires no drilling or welding. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection. To round out your towing setup I recommend the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534. This towing kit will provide you with a 2" ball and a fixed ball mount with...
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  • Trailer Hitch For A 2020 Acura MDX That Has A Removeable Receiver Head
  • When installing The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch # e98840 on your 2020 Acura MDX the hitch receiver can not be removed. its welded onto the hitch. The hitch has a simple bolt-on installation, with no welding required. The hitch has a matte black powder coat finish. That style of hitch is not available for your vehicle. I attached an installation video link below. I
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  • Brake Controller Wiring and Mounting Bracket for 2003 Acura MDX
  • I recommend replacement bracket, # 7686, and replacement wiring harness, # 7894, for your Prodigy brake controller, # 90185. For a 4 to 6 way adapter you will want the install kit for a 6 way, # ETBC6. You may also need a 4 way. I recommend # 118336. For install details and some product demonstration videos, click the provided links.
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  • Parts Needed to Install a P3 Trailer Brake Controller in a 2014 Acura MDX with Factory 7-Way
  • If any harness is going to work, it is the # 3070-P, since it fits the 2014 Honda Pilot which is the Honda cousin of the MDX. But it has not been officially confirmed to fit the MDX so I cannot guarantee that it will fit. I recommend hardwiring in a controller using wiring kit # 5506. You would remove the wire in the 7 oclock position attached to the back of the factory 7-Way. You would then install the wire included with # 5506 in its spot (the included wire actually has 2 wires in it,...
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  • Is the Dealer Acura Relay Required to Install Trailer Wiring Harness on a 2014 Acura MDX
  • If your 2014 Acura MDX did not come with the factory tow package then you would likely need to get the relay from an Acura dealer to install trailer wiring harness # C56192. It is possible though that an auto parts store would have an aftermarket relay. You can check your vehicle owners manual for the relay location to see if it is present on your model.
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  • How to Increase Height of Trailer Hitch Ball to Allow Boat Trailer to be Towed Level
  • Ideally a hitched trailer will be level to the ground. We often recommend starting off with the hitch ball being a bit higher - an inch or so - than the top of the coupler on the level trailer since once hitched there will be a degree of squat in the rear of the tow vehicle from the trailer tongue weight. This is perfectly acceptable. You can select a different ball mount for your hitch that gives you additional height (rise) by using the link provided at right. For example, if you want...
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  • What is Needed to Add Curt Brake Controller to 2010 Acura MDX
  • You're on the right track; to add the Curt brake controller to your 2010 Acura MDX you'll need to add the 4-way as well as 7-way that comes with the # ETBC7. You will first install the 4-flat, which will activate your trailer's lighting functions, and you'll then plug that into the 7-way that comes with the # ETBC7, which also gives you the wiring, circuit breakers, and rest of the hardware needed for installation. The exact parts you need are the following: - Curt T-Connector Vehicle...
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  • Determining Size of Bearing Protector Needed for 2001 Load Rite Trailer
  • The best way to determine the size of bearing buddy needed would be to take a highly accurate measurement of your hub bore using a digital caliper. I have edited a photo for you that shows this dimension. If you happened to know the reference number from your outer wheel bearings, the proper bearing protector could be determined. If you would care to reply with either the hub bore dimension or the outer bearing number, I would be happy to suggest a bearing protector for you.
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  • Availability of Foot Pack for Inno Dual Angle Carrier for 2018 Acura MDX with Factory Side Rails
  • I do have a solution for you to use the Inno Gravity Ski and Snowboard Carrier # INA951 on your 2018 Acura MDX but Inno doesn't have a fit kit that allows you to mount the (discontinued) Inno Dual Angle Ski and Snowboard Carrier INTX726 on your vehicle. For the Inno Gravity you need a roof rack. I recommend going with the Yakima CoreBar roof rack because it gives you the high-end aero-style crossbars but they are at a lower price-point than the aluminum crossbars. For this you need the...
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