Expert Answers about Dodge

• Ladder Rack with Over Cab Extension for a 2012 Ram 2500 or 3500 Long Bed
• We have several ladder racks with over-the-cab extensions that will fit your 2012 Ram 2500 or 3500 long bed. I would suggest one of the following: Thule TracRac SR sliding rack # TH43003XT-000EX or Erickson # EM07707, fixed rack I would go with one of the TracRac models because TracRac (now a division of Thule) is primarily a ladder rack company whereas the other options are not. This means TracRac can focus on ladder rack design and quality more so than companies that offer a wide...
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• Availability Of Replacement Mounting Hardware For 4" Oval Stainless Nerf Bars On A 2006 Ram Quad Cab
• We do carry some replacement mounting hardware kits for 4" oval nerf bars on a 2006 Ram quad cab. The mounting kits are brand and model specific. For example the Replacement Installation Hardware # 21-231PK is going to work only with the Westin Platinum Series 4" oval stainless steel nerf bars # 21-2310, which are confirmed to fit the 2006 Ram quad cab. If this is not exactly what you have, feel free to let me know the specific model and brand of your nerf bars and I am happy to see what...
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• 7-Way and Easy Install Brake Controller Recommendation for 2019 Dodge Durango R/T
• You can install the Tekonsha 7-way part # TK22113 in your 2019 Dodge Durango R/T. It comes with everything needed including the brake controller wiring that you looked for under your dash as well. One really easy brake controller install solution I recommend is the Curt Echo part # C51180 which basically just plugs into an active 7-way and once synced with your smart phone is ready to tow.
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• Is There a SportMaster Replacement Cover for 2003 Dodge Dakota SLT Quad Available
• We do not carry any SportMaster products nor have we, so we will not have any replacement parts for their products. From what I can tell looking into the SportMaster covers they appear to no longer be around in business. If you do not have any luck finding a replacement tarp still available you can get a new cover here like the Access TonnoSport Soft, Roll-Up Tonneau Cover # A22040149. This cover is made in the USA and has EZ-Dials for cover tension adjustment, a trigger latch to secure...
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• Are there Different Wedges for Sidewinders and Can they Be Removed
• There are custom wedges for Sidewinders for certain 5th wheel hitches so if you can tell me the model hitch you have I can see which, if any, wedges would fit. I have also linked the custom wedges. The wedge can be removed but unless you carry around a torque wrench I would not recommend frequently removing and reinstalling of the wedge. With any of the wedges you do basically have to be straight and level when hooking up.
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• Availability of Adapter for 2013 Dodge 3500 with ITBC for Dexter Electric over Hydraulic Axle
• The Dodge integrated brake controller is not designed for use with electric over hydraulic braking systems. The best way to resolve the issue is to bypass the Dodge controller and use one that is compatible with electric over hydraulic brakes. I recommend the Tekonsha P2, # 90885 and wiring harness # 3023-P. In order to install this controller you will need to disconnect the integrated controller which will give you a warning light on the dash. In order to disconnect the ITBM and not...
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• Trailer Hitches Available for 1988 Dodge Ram Pickup
• The hitch referenced in your question, Draw-Tite 2-inch model # 13368, does not fit your 1988 Dodge Ram pickup but we do have Draw-Tite and other brands of hitches that are confirmed to work on your 1988 Ram. The correct hitch to use will depend on your pickup's bumper type. Please refer to the linked article. If you click on the linked page you'll see all hitches for all versions of your truck and you'll want to select your bumper type using the drop-down menu tool. Select your bumper...
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• Front Mount Trailer Hitch for a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie Mega Cab Diesel
• We have 2 front mount receivers for the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500, # C31017 and # 65046. Both will have the receiver under the bottom of the front bumper. At this time there are no front mounts that will place the receiver in the same opening as the tow hooks. I have linked installation instructions for both hitches and a link to a video showing a typical installation of # 65046.
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• Installation of the Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch On 2003 Dodge 3500
• The Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, # C22ER mounts to your bed using bed rails such as the Curt Semi-Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram 2500/3500, # C16301-200. Or the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram, # C16420-204. The attached image shows that you have a gooseneck hitch mounted although you do not identify what model, that may interfere with installation of the base rails I listed. Please note that the Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch,...
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• Covering the Open Parts of a 5th Wheel Tail Gate on a 2008 Dodge Ram
• If you have the Stromberg-Carlson 4000 series 5th wheel tail gate for your 2008 Dodge Ram, # VGD-02-4000, then you could use insert # VI-4000 and louver insert kit # 4000-V. This will be the best option for closing up the 4000 series 5th wheel tail gates. If you have a different 5th wheel tail gate there are no options.
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• Thule XG-12 Tire Chain Size Recommendation for 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan with 225/65-17
• I checked with Thule and they actually list the 245 size as a fit for their XG-12 tire chains for your tire size of 225/65-17 which is part # number # TH01594245. These are a great chain that will last a long time, install easy, and provide great tractions. Be sure to check owner manual for any restrictions on tire chain use though.
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• Availability of Hitch for a 2001 Dodge Dakota with Dual Exhaust
• We have several hitches that are confirmed fits for your 2001 Dodge Dakota. I spoke to my contact at Curt and he said whether the hitches will fit with your after market dual exhaust depends whether the pipes come straight out behind the truck or whether they are are angled. If they are angled you should not have a problem. Also the hitches will not fit if you have the factory or aftermarket fascia, or roll pan or tube bumper. I have included a helpful link to those hitches. A popular...
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• Adding 7-Way/4-Pole Vehicle Socket to 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 Pickup with 4-Pole Connector
• If your 2005 Dodge Ram 3500's existing 4-pole trailer connector works and you want to convert that to a combination 7-Way/4-pole format you can plug in part # 37185 from Hopkins. This item has both connector formats (7-way RV style and 4-pole flat) and simply plugs in to your existing 4-pole wiring. The lighting signals will then appear on both the 4-pole and 7-way contacts. The Hopkins part also includes pigtail leads to make the additional circuit connections for trailer brakes, 12V...
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• Hitch Alignment and Truck Bed Camera System for 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup
• I have a solution for you, but the Rear View Safety Backup Camera # RVS-917619P is a universal fit item is not designed to be a replacement for your existing 3rd brake light, so it may not be the best solution. Although it won't replace your 3rd brake light, the Rear View Safety Wireless Hitch camera # RVS-83112 is going to be the best solution for your 2001 Dodge Ram pickup. This camera can be mounted in a variety of places on your truck bed rails/cab and send a wireless signal to the...
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• Availability of Extra Long Tekonsha Brake Control Adapter for 2009 Dodge Ram Pickup
• All of the brake controller wiring adapters we offer, including the Tekonsha adapter # 3020-P that you referenced, are about 3-feet in length. Tekonsha does not offer an extra-long version; my technical contact there confirmed this for me. However you can lengthen this item by about 34-inches by cutting off the black connector and splicing in Tekonsha Pigtail Wiring Harness # 7894. This pigtail includes the butt connectors (10-gauge and 12-gauge) you'll need to make the splices. You will...
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• Recommended Trailer Axle Kit for Fabricating Off-Road Utility Trailer
• If you are building your own firewood hauling trailer you might want to consider one of our Timbren axle-less suspension kits. These are available with idler hubs and some also have lifted spindles that can give you better ground clearance (for use in the woods when gathering your firewood). We do have standard beam axle kits too but the Timbrens can be the ideal way to go for fabricators that want an effective but simple installation of their trailer suspension. The linked page will display...
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• Hitch Lock Recommendation for a B and W Companion Hitch
• I spoke with my contact at B&W and they do not have a specific locking pin for the head on the Companion hitch # BWRVK3600. So there are some options. You could replace one of the pins with Kuat lock # HL1. It is a 5/16 inch diameter so it would fit loose in the 3/8 hole. The span of the pin is 3-1/2 inches. Or another option my contact suggested was to use a cable lock such as # 8419DPF. I do not recommend using the lock or the cable while towing the trailer though. Use the regular...
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• Is the Backing Plate and Mounting Hardware for D-Ring Tie Down # RR5K Available Separately
• The backing plate for the Recessed Trailer D-Ring Tie Down, # RR5K, is available separately. It is part # BP05. The installation hardware is not available separately, but it can be obtained at a local hardware store. It uses 2-1/4 inch long 3/8 inch carriage bolts, matching nuts, and lock washers. You would need 4 of each.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Custom Installation Kit for 2008 Dodge Ram 3500
• We have several custom installation kits with rails that are confirmed fits for your 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Series Pickup with overload springs. I have included a link to these custom rail kits at right. A cost-effective option is the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, # C16420-204, which is a confirmed fit your vehicle. The rails in this kit will accept Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky hitches that fit above the bed rails. I have included a link to the installation...
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• How To Control The Electric Brakes On A Trailer Being Towed By Multiple Trucks With Air Brakes
• The Hayes Air Brake Control, part # HA100400C, is designed for use with air brake systems of tow vehicles and automatically operates electric trailer brakes in synchronization with air brakes. So, it will do what you're wanting. However, it is not designed to be used as a temporary braking solution, so the installation requires tapping into the vehicle's air lines. I wish there was an easily transferable solution that would do what you're wanting, but there isn't any type of adapter or...
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