Expert Answers about Dodge Grand Caravan

• Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan
• The Curt hitch that is designed to fit your 2016 Grand Caravan is part # 13364. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening. Curt does require the use of a stabilizing strap like part # 18050 when you are using the hitch for any non-trailer loads. Because it is at times difficult to find a good place to attach the strap I recommend the Draw-Tite trailer hitch, part # 75579. This is also a Class lll hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening but does not require the...
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• Converting 1994 Jayco Camper From Hydraulic Brakes to Electric Brakes
• I have attached a great article at the bottom of this page that details all the components needed to install electric brakes on a trailer. The particular parts you need will depend on the camper's axle capacity along with the inner and outer bearings that are used on your existing hubs. This is needed to determine the correct hub and drum assemblies that will fit the spindles on the axle. If you can tell me the inner and outer bearing numbers, which should be stamped right inside the...
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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan
• The most popular and best option we have for a trailer hitch for your 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan is the Draw Tite hitch part # 75579 which is a confirmed fit. This is a trailer hitch with a 2 inch opening that has a 4,000 lb trailer towing capacity and a 400 lb tongue weight capacity. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop....
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• Tail Light Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
• The recommended trailer wiring harness for your 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is the T-One Vehicle Harness # 118552. To order this you would just need to go to the product page, select the quantity you need (most likely 1) and then hit the add to cart button. I attached installation instructions and an installation video for this product for you to check out also. You might also be interested in purchasing a Mounting Bracket # 18144 for storing the 4-way of the # 118552.
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• Is a Weight Distribution System Needed for a Forest River Shamrock M-18
• I would absolutely use a weight distribution system when towing the 2001 Forest River Shamrock M-18 with your 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The reason for this is because the weight of the trailer is more than half of your tow vehicle's weight which is the rule for weight distribution. The 1-2" of drop you had while coupled may not seem like a big deal but this can really have detrimental effects on braking, stability, and is most likely causing the porpoising feeling you described. For a...
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• Rear Axle Suspension Helper Kit for 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan to Reduce Rear Sag from Cargo Load
• You are correct that using a hitch adapter like MaxxTow # MT70066 (or any similar adapter) along with your hitch cargo carrier would increase stress on your hitch. Use of such adapters actually reduces the hitch's tongue weight (TW) capacity by half because these items move the actual load further away from the hitch and this extended distance places more leverage on the hitch tube, thus reducing its capacity. A better option to regain ground clearance is to install a suspension helper...
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• What all is Needed for a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SE to Tow a Coleman Pop-Up Camper?
• I can definitely get you some recommendations for what will be needed to tow a camper with your 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. I did include all the needed parts to do this, but please keep in mind that the ball mount and ball are examples and the correct ones will depend on the camper you end up choosing. With that out of the way, let's get started. The etrailer.com Custom Class III Hitch # e98854 will bolt directly to your vehicle without the need to drill, making the install quick and straight...
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• Solution for Connecting Female 4-Way on Tow Vehicle to Female 7-Way on Trailer
• There isn't an adapter available that will connect the female 4-Way on your tow vehicle to a female 7-Way on the trailer. Typically the trailer end will have the male-end connector so really your best option is going to be to cut off the 7-Way female on the trailer and replace it with a new male 7-Way like the Pollak # PK12706. I have attached a diagram to assist. This is going to work well for your current tow vehicle but will also help you to connect to future vehicles or others that...
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• Will Square A-Frame Jack w/ Footplate # TJDA-5000S Fit 2014 Starcraft 16rb Launch
• Yes, the Square A-Frame Jack w/ Footplate # TJDA-5000S that you referenced is a fit for the a-frame of your 2014 Starcraft 16rb Launch Camper.
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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan with Stow and Go Seats
• For your 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan with Stow and Go seats I recommend Curt trailer hitch # 13364. This is a 2 inch hitch rated for 400 pounds tongue weight and 4,000 pounds gross trailer weight. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation for you. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # EBMK4. It comes with a ball mount with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop, interchangeable ball set, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. And for trailer...
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• Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan for Sagging While Towing
• For as much load leveling as it sounds like you need I would recommend the Air Lift kit part # AL60814 for your 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan as it will allow you to fine tune the amount of suspension support you need. Be sure not to exceed the towing capacity of your vehicle though and you should note that these kits do not allow you any more towing capacity than what the vehicle is rated for.
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• Which Weight Distribution Hitch for a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan and a 3100 Pound Trailer
• To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer when it is loaded and ready to tow and then adding the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. Tongue weight is typically 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. For a 3,100 pound trailer that would be 310 to 465 pounds. Based on these numbers I recommend a system rated 200 to 600 pounds tongue weight, # RP65509....
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• Installing 4-Way Trailer Connector on 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
• Your 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan uses a separate wiring system, meaning that the brake and turn signals are sent along separate wires. Because of this, a converter is required and you will not be able to use the Hopkins Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM48035 referenced in your question. To install a 4-way connector on your Grand Caravan, I recommend using the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118334. This includes the needed converter and the T-One connector will...
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• Would Hitch from 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan also fit 2010 Model
• There was a big enough change between the 2005 and 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan with stow and go seats that a different hitch had to be designed. For example the # 75305 fits the 2005 model and the part # e98854 fits the 2010 models.
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• Dimensions of Fender for 14 inch Trailer Wheel
• Some tow dolly fenders are plastic and some might be metal. It really depends as there isn't an industry standard for that. For example we have the Fulton plastic fender for 14 inch wheels part # F008554 which is 9.7" wide x 31.3" long x 12.75" tall.
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• Does Sandwich Adapter of Derale Combination Transmission and Engine Oil Cooler Have Thermostat
• The sandwich adapter of the Derale Combination Transmission and Engine Oil Cooler with Multiple Threads # D15902 does have a thermostat built into it so that it allows the engine oil to warm up before sending it through the cooler. This will work well for you when driving in cold weather. It will allow the fluid to reach the correct temperature as needed.
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• Recommended Wiring Harness and Hitch Installation for 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan
• The Hopkins Fold-Over Mounting Bracket for 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector # HM48595 will fit the standard 4-way flat connectors on the Curt # C56331. If you haven't already purchased your trailer hitch receiver, I recommend the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # E98854 and I recommend using Loctite Threadlocker 262 - High Strength # LT37420 versus the blue threadlocker like # LT37643 but either will work well.
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• Receiver Hitch, Ball Mount and Trailer Wiring for a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan
• Of the available hitch options, I'd recommend a Class III hitch like the US made etrailer brand # e98854. To put your trailer ball at the recommended 15 inch height, you'd need a ball mount like # 2753 which will place your trailer ball height at 15-3/4 inches. The rear of the vehicle will settle slightly when the trailer is hitched up, which will leave you right at level. For a 2 inch trailer ball, use # 63845. For a trailer wiring harness, use # C56331 to provide a 4 pole trailer connector. I've...
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• Can 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan be Flat Towed
• I did some checking and it looks like you'd need to install a lube pump in your 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan to be able to flat tow it but aside from that it definitely can be done. We do not offer lube pumps at this time so that would be the only thing you'd have to source elsewhere. For a base plate kit you'd want the part # 291-1 which is a confirmed fit. This is what attaches to the frame of your vehicle which allows a tow bar to connect to it. In addition to the base plates, you will...
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• Availability of Trailer Wiring Kit 118300 for 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
• We do carry the Tekonsha trailer wiring harness part # 118300 still. You can follow the product link below or click the hyperlink # 118300.
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