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  • How to Find Driveway Slope for Trailer Valet TVRVR5 Remote Control Trailer Mover
  • Our price for the Trailer Valet RVR5 (our part number is # TVRVR5 ) is listed on the product page which I've linked for you. To determine the driveway slope, get a carpenter's level and lay it on the driveway. On the low side, pick up that end (leaving the other end touching the driveway) and slowly raise it until it's level. Then, measure downward from the high end of the level until you touch the driveway. To find the slope, divide the height from the ground to the level by the length...
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  • Progressive Dynamics PD4045LIKA Power Center - Battery Switch
  • According to Progressive Dynamics, the switch is located on the circuit board for the converter. You'll need to remove the black plastic cover to access the switch. When the switch is pushed to the rear, the charger is in Lithium Ion mode. If you click the provided link, you can view a product description video featuring the # PD4045LIKA Power Center.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Ford Edge
  • Flat tow! Which according to the owner's manual I found online can be done so long as you have a 2.7L EcoBoost or 3.5L engine in your 2018 Ford Edge. The parts you need are the following: - Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-524444-5 - Tow Bar: Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676 - Safety Chains: Roadmaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643 - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 -...
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  • Does Adding Trailer Hitch Receiver to 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Void Vehicle Warranty
  • The short answer is no, adding a trailer hitch receiver to your 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI will not void your warranty because you are protected by what is called the Federal Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act. This act says if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your warranty unless whatever you have added to your vehicle or its installation actually caused the problem in question. The trailer hitch receivers that fit your 2019 VW Tiguan...
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  • Carrier is Hitting the Ground When Attached to 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Trailer Hitch
  • We have a couple of potential options for you that can help, but there isn't a way to strengthen a hitch in regards to its capacity. So the first thing to do is check to ensure you aren't exceeding the tongue weight limit of the hitch that is on your 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So just be sure your wife's wheelchair and I assume wheelchair carrier is no more than 350 lbs if your 2007 Santa Fe has the Curt Trailer Hitch # 13538 or 525 lbs if you have the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75471. When...
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  • Towing Capacity of 2011 Subaru Outback With 2.5L Engine and Parts Needed to Tow
  • I took a look at the owner's manual for your 2011 Subaru Outback and it stated for models with your 2.5 liter engine the maximum towing capacity is 2,700 lbs for a trailer with brakes, or 1,000 lbs for a trailer without brakes. To tow you will need to start with a trailer hitch and I highly recommend the options from Draw-Tite because of how reliable they have proven to be. Assuming you do not have a Sport model you have two options for hitches, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75673...
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  • RV Stereo With Integrated CD/DVD Player
  • The Jensen # JWM10A stereo you referenced is an AM/FM receiver only. It has aux inputs that would allow connection of a CD/DVD player, but there isn't a player integrated with the unit. If you're looking for something with an integral CD/DVD player, Jensen offers the # JDVD1500. This unit is a similar size and cost as well as a similar power output. The unit features Bluetooth connectivity and can support MP3 and WMA files. I've linked you to the stereo I mentioned as well as to a product...
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  • How to Re-position Trailer Suspension Shackle Links Once They've Flipped
  • You can get the shackle links to flip back the correct way by jacking up the affected axle using a floor jack which should pop things back into place. Having this repeatedly occur would indicate that either your leaf springs are too long or your equalizer is a bit too long. What equalizer are you currently using? Most of the time there's a number cast into it. I've linked to an article with more information on trailer suspensions.
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  • Appearance of etrailer Brand e98912 Class III Trailer Hitch Installed on 2020 Subaru Crosstrek
  • I've provided a photo of the etrailer # e98912 Class III hitch installed on a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. There were no appreciable changes to the rear of the Crosstrek for the 2020 model year, so the hitch would appear the same as shown on the 2019. The hitch is a concealed design, with only the receiver tube and safety chain hoops visible. Many find this preferable to something like the Draw-Tite Class III, part # 76209 which would be completely visible. I've provided a photo showing how both...
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  • How Much Does the Bulldog Winch Mount for Jeep JL with OE Front Bumper BDW20353 Weigh
  • The Bulldog Winch Mount for Jeep JL with OE Front Bumper part # BDW20353 weighs around 20 lbs.
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  • Will Replacing Incandescent Lamps With LEDs On Trailer Cause Hyperflashing
  • Some vehicles, most commonly higher-end European vehicles are equipped with bulb out sensors which cause the turn signals to hyperflash if the vehicle thinks the bulbs are burned out. Because LED bulbs only draw a fraction of the power that incandescent bulbs do, the vehicle will think a bulb on the circuit is burned out and cause the turn signals to rapidly flash (hyperflash). We offer load resistors, part # DI34ZR that you can install on the turn signal circuits on the trailer that will...
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  • Will Roadmaster RM-156-25 Battery Charge Line Kit Overcharge Batter in Towed Vehicle
  • Because the circuit provided by the # RM-156-25 Battery Charge Line kit only provides 15 amps, enough to do the job but not so much that there's any danger of overcharging the battery. I've linked to an installation video that I hope you'll find helfpul.
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  • Bolts and Socket Size Needed for Trailer Hitch Installation on 2009 Volkswagen Routan
  • It was a typo and the 10mm and 12mm in the instructions should have been referred to as M10 and M12 bolts; the socket sizes are correct for installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13364 or etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98854 on your 2009 Volkswagen Routan. You can see this in the linked installation video I added of this hitch being put on an '09 Routan.
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  • How to Determine if 2014 Ford Explorer Has Factory Tow Package
  • The best way to determine if your Explorer is equipped with the tow package is to check with your Ford dealer. They should be able to run the VIN and be able to tell you exactly how the vehicle was equipped. I'm assuming you're needing the information to determine the towing capacity of your Explorer. I ran the provided VIN through a Ford VIN decoder, and found that your particular vehicle has the higher of the 2 listed towing capacities at 5000 lbs which would lead me to believe that...
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  • Is It Okay To Have The Crossbars Not Perfectly Level On My Roof?
  • It isn't uncommon at all to have crossbars # INB127 aren't perfectly level. That being said, this won't pose a problem when loading up accessories.
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  • Parts Found In Pictures for CE Smith Bow Roller Bracket # CE31005PG
  • The Fulton Single Speed Winch # F142306 appears to be the closest winch that we have to the one in the picture with the CE Smith Bow Roller Bracket for Winch Stands # CE31005PG. It has a similar mount and frame connection with the crank handle and switch in similar positions. I cannot tell you exactly what winch was used for this photo as it is a manufacturer image and likely the winch may no longer be in production. This winch has 1,800lb capacity and includes a 20' strap with 9" handle....
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  • Weight of UWS04530 UWS Trailer Tongue Tool Storage Box
  • Minus the shipping packaging, the UWS # UWS04530 A-frame trailer toolbox weighs right at 18 lbs.
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  • Deciphering Date Code on Tire
  • A tire date code typically begins with the letters 'DOT', which indicates that the tire meets the minimum Department Of Transportation standards for tires sold in the US. The last 4 digits of the code should be all numbers, with the first two indicating which week of the year and the second two digits indicate the year the tire was constructed. For instance, if the last 4 digits were 4216, it would mean that the tire was manufactured in the 42nd week of 2016. I ran the code you provided...
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  • Should Grease Seal Fit Loosely on Spindle or Hub Bore
  • I'm assuming you're speaking of a bearing kit like # BK3-310 that includes a LM67048 outer bearing, a 25580 inner bearing and a GS-2125DL double lip seal. The seal fits a 3.376 hub bore and a spindle surface just a bit larger than 2.125 inches. The grease seal should fit very tightly in the hub bore and should not be loose. If it fits loosely on the spindle or in the hub bore, it will allow grease to escape the hub and allow moisture and dirt in. If you would reply with the inner bearing,...
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  • Can etrailer.com Brand e98888 Surge Coupler Lock Be Keyed Alike With Previously Purchased Lock
  • It is possible to get the # e98888 lock keyed alike to the lock you previously purchased from us, but you'd need to place your order by phone with one of our Customer Service folks. You can reach them at 800-298-8924. I've linked to a product demonstration video featuring the # e98888 lock you mentioned.
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