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  • Adding a 4-Pole Harness to a 2013 Audi Q7 with a Factory 7-Way
  • It sounds like you're trying to install a standard 4-pole on your vehicle. To add a 4-pole to the factory 7-way on your 2013 Audi Q7, you can use the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Wiring Harness, part # 41155. This will connect into your 7-way and give you the 4-pole you need. I've linked to a video installation of this harness on a 2018 Dodge Durango so you can see how it works. However, if you have a 4-way round on your trailer, then you can use two adapters to get it to hook up to your 7-way...
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  • Are Rubber Adjusters Needed for Cable Tire Chains on a 2011 Audi Q5 with 235/55-19 Sized Tires
  • Cable chains, like the Titan Chain Cable Tire Chains part # TC2019, do not have any type of tightening built into them so rubber adjusters are almost always needed. For adjusters I recommend the Glacier Multi-Arm, part # PW103. I like the design with the metal ring in the middle because if one arm were to break you still have 5 other arms to keep the chains tight on your tires. The cable chains are for very limited use and really won't supply a lot of traction for you. If you plan to...
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  • Curt Echo Bluetooth Trailer Brake Controller C51180 Installation for 2015 Audi Q7 TDI
  • Yes, you will need an aftermarket trailer brake controller to equip your Audi Q7 for towing a trailer with brakes. The actual components included in an OEM "tow package" will vary by brand and model but the trailer brake controller itself is not included among them. If your Q7 has a factory 7-way connector similar to the one shown in the linked photo you have the option for an exceptionally easy brake controller installation. Curt's Echo Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 requires NO wiring,...
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  • 7-Pole to 5-Pole Flat Trailer Connector Adapter For Towing Boat Trailer With 2020 Audi Q5
  • We've got exactly what you need. You'll need a 7-way to 5-pole adapter like # A75TB. The adapter will pick up the signal from the reverse lamp pin of your 7-way and deliver it to the 5 pole connector on your boat trailer. When your Q5 is shifted into reverse, the lock-out solenoid on your hydraulic trailer brake coupler will close, preventing the brakes from actuating while you back the trailer.
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  • Parts Needed to Add a 7-Way to a 2019 Audi Q7
  • We do sell some wiring harness options for your 2019 Audi Q7 and we can get you to a 7-Way round style that works with your RV plug. To start off we have the # C59236 which splices into your OEM wiring or the ZCI Wiring # 119250KIT which clamps around your OEM wiring and senses when your light functions activate so you can avoid splicing into your OEM wiring. For a fully-functioning 7-Way you just need to add the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7. This pulls the basic lighting functions from...
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  • Replacement Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500 Pound Trailer Axle
  • If your axle does indeed have a 3,500 pound weight capacity then the etrailer.com Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K for E-Z Lube Axles or # AKHD-545-35-K for standard axles should work great. These have an inner bearing # L68149 and outer bearing # L44649, which you can verify match your existing assembly by checking the numbers stamped onto the bearings. These work with 10 inch brake assemblies. These hub and drum assemblies also have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern. If...
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  • Placing Boat Bunks for Maximum Contact with Boat with a Ribbed Hull
  • The Roller Bunk # DL21755 measures 3-1/2 inches across the wheels where your boat will be sitting. Also, the wheels pivot to help make contact with the bottom of the boat. Since you currently have vertical bunks you'll need the brackets # DL21762 to connect the bunks to your trailer. This will give you the option of adjusting the height and placement of the bunks which means you can decide where on your boat the wheels will make contact with the boat to put them in the best suitable...
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  • Trailer Wiring And 7-Way Upgrade Kit For A 2019 Audi Q8
  • For your 2019 Audi Q8, you can use the: -Tekonsha ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness with Installation Kit # 119250KIT. This wiring kit will work great with your vehicle and will provide your trailer with the necessary lights for towing. If you're also wanting to tow a trailer with electric brakes, you will need to also add a 7-way for your 2018 Audi Q8, in which you can use # ETBC7.
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  • Parts Needed to Install a 7-way on a 2008 Audi A6 Quattro Sedan
  • In order to install a 7-way at the rear of your 2008 Audi A6 you will first need a 4-way connector if you do not have one. For that I would recommend you get a Wiring Harness # C59496. The next thing you will need is a 4-way to 7-way Conversion Kit # ETBC7. This comes with everything needed to convert the 4-way to a fully functional 7-way. Check out the installation instructions and video I attached for this product too. The Hopkins 7-way # HM48470 that you referenced would work great...
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  • Availability of Wind Fairing for OEM Crossbars on a 2014 Audi SQ5
  • We do have a variety of wind fairings that you may be able to use with the OEM roof rack on your 2014 Audi SQ5. I like the Thule AirScreen Fairings which are compatible with aero bars that are a max of 3-1/4" long x 1-1/8" tall or square bars that are a max of 1-3/8" long x 1" tall. These come in the following sizes: 32" - # TH62WV 38" - # TH72WV 44" - # TH82WV 52" - # TH22WV Simply choose the length that will best fit between the roof rack legs on your Audi.
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  • Most Affordable Trailer Hitch Receiver And Trailer Wiring Kit For 2020 Audi SQ5
  • The most affordable route is to install Trailer Hitch Receiver # e94CR for your hitch receiver then for a trailer wiring kit you can use Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59496. For a ball mount to slide into the receiver that will allow fitment to your trailer, I recommend looking into Curt Fusion Ball Mount for 2" Hitches 1-7/8" Ball # C45151 if your trailer coupler is 1-7/8" or TowSmart Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball # TS94FR if your trailer coupler...
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  • Wiring Harness and Ball Mount for a 2013 Audi Allroad
  • For your 2013 Audi Allroad you will want the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # C59236. This wiring harness will provide your Audi with a 4-flat vehicle connector to control your trailer's lighting functions. For a ball mount, 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 a 3/4" rise and 2" drop. It also includes a hitch pin and clip, hitch receiver...
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  • How To Charge Auxiliary Battery On Trailer Only When 2018 Audi Q7 Ignition Is On
  • Based on your information, I believe your best option is to add a solenoid like the Battery Isolation Solenoid, Item # PK5231201. This solenoid will shut off the 12-volt feed from your vehicle battery to the 12-volt accessories/auxiliary battery on your trailer when the ignition is turned off. This auxiliary power wire will connect to the 12-volt power pin on a 7-Way connector (see attached picture). I am also attaching a help article and video for you to check out.
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  • Trailer Hitch For A 2012 Audi A4 Sedan
  • The Ecohitch # 306-X7324 will not work on your 2012 Audi A4 Sedan. It is confirmed to fit a 2012 Audi A4 Allroad Quattro. The Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # 391AUDA4A5S509 is the trailer hitch you will need. The hitch has a simple, bolt-on installation with no drilling or welding required. It has a black powder coat finish which offers a superior rust protection. This trailer hitch is only for hitch-mounted accessories only. This hitch has a maximum tongue weight up to 350 pounds.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness For A 2023 Audi Q5
  • Though we do have an option for your 2023 Audi Q5, at this current moment we will not have a plug and play harness available. The option that we carry is the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119250KIT. This wiring harness bypasses factory wiring and involves no cutting, splicing, or plugging into the vehicle's wiring. The wiring harness has sensors that clamp onto the wires of your factory tail light wiring harness to detect current. I linked an installation video below...
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  • Can The Older Thule SquareBar Towers Be Used With The Newer SquareBar Towers?
  • The towers for the original Thule SquareBar have been since discontinued so you are actually going to need to replace the entire assembly with either the: -Thule SquareBar Evo Crossbars # TH712400, with the Evo Clamp Feet for Thule Crossbars # TH710501, and the Fit Kit for Thule Evo Clamp and Edge Clamp Roof Rack Feet # TH145084 if you have the 4-door wagon with no existing crossbars. Or -Thule SquareBar Evo Crossbars # TH712200, with the Evo Flush Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars # TH710601,...
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  • Recommended Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for a 2015 Audi Q5
  • Yes, that means the Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes # TH56BV is not going to work with your 2015 Audi Q5. Instead, you'd need to use something like the Yakima FullBack 3 Bike Rack # Y02633 instead. This bike rack will also hold up to 3 bikes like the OutWay, is also a trunk mounted bike rack, and will fit your Audi.
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  • Replacement Rubber Strip for Thule Crossbars on a 2012 Audi Q5
  • I have a solution for you but we do not carry the replacement rubber strips you referenced that came with the Thule factory crossbars on your 2012 Audi Q5. We do carry the replacement rubber strips for the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars item # TH711320. These Crossbars are Thule and fit your 2012 Audi Q5 so they should be similar if not the same as the ones that came from the dealership. We have three different options for crossbars that fit and they all have the same replacement rubber strip...
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  • Thule Roof Rack for 2022 Audi Q3
  • Although we have roof rack options for your 2022 Audi Q3, unfortunately your older crossbars from your previous vehicle aren't compatible with the currently available Thule roof rack feet. The currently available Thule square bars have slots in the underside of them that accept the roof rack feet, which is different than your old crossbars. You could assemble a current Thule square bar roof rack using the following parts: • Thule 50 Inch SquareBar EVO crossbars, part # TH712300 • Thule...
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  • Load Resistors for LED-Light Trailer Towed by 2017 Audi Q7 with Factory 7-Way
  • I cannot speak for Audi in terms of any progress they've made with the compatibility of their OEM wiring with LED-equipped trailers, but we do offer the Tow Ready adapter # C35FR you referenced. This will carry your lighting and reverse lockout signals in the 5-pole format. If this does not work for you the other option is to wire in load resistors in front of each LED light on the trailer. Load resistors like # DI34ZR can mimic the electrical characteristics of standard power-hungry...
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