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  • What Battery Post to Disconnect on 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 With Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect
  • You do need to disconnect the positive terminal on your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 when using the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch # RM-766. The reason why is that disconnecting the negative battery cable, the truck's chassis ground is removed, which means the wiring and brake system lose the ground at your GMC and would need to be grounded via the motorhome chassis. This would be very problematic so you will want to disconnect the positive terminal when using the Roadmaster...
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  • Is it Okay to Store a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 with SuperSprings?
  • I got in touch with SuperSprings and they said storing your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 with your camper shouldn't be an issue and the springs, such as the # SSA28 you were looking at, should be fine in those conditions as well. As long as you are using the right springs for your vehicle, you shouldn't experience any excessive wear while your vehicle is in storage. Check out the video linked below for more details on this product.
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  • How Do I Know What Spacer I'll Need for My 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 W/ A 4" Lift?
  • For a set of air springs I recommend checking out the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers # AL88288. These springs have a load leveling capacity of 5,000-lbs, an adjustable air pressure range of 5 to 100 PSI, and is made in the USA. However, in order to determine which spacers are needed you're going to need to measure the distance from the upper and lower brackets and subtract the air spring's height which is 5-1/2". So if your distance was...
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  • Cab Steps for a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
  • I still have a great solution for you but the Bully side steps # BBS-1101S-2 are not a fit for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. They do fit the 2500 and 3500 series, but not for a 1500 series. We have other options that do fit your Sierra 1500 though. I have included a link to the most similar ones for you. I recommend Carr steps # CARR103991. I have linked the installation instructions for you.
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  • How to Use a Furrion Monitor in a 2023 GMC Sierra That Does Not Have a 12v Outlet
  • Currently the only power cord available for the Furrion Vision S camera systems is the Furrion Monitor Power Cable # C-FOS07TAPK-006, which uses that 12v cigarette style port. We do not have an adapter specifically for this power cable, but I do have a couple other options that you could use. The first being the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332. This kit allows you to wire in a 12v cigarette style outlet where there is not currently one available. The other option would be to use the AC to...
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  • Electric Brakes of New Trailer Not Working With 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 w/ Factory Controller
  • It is highly unlikely to be the electric brakes or the trailer wiring since the trailer is brand new, and while we don't have familiarity with factory brake controllers, the problems are essentially universal with these. So for your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500, an educated guess is that the wiring to the truck's 7-way is somehow damaged, or - more likely - the trailer connector itself is dirty or corroded. So check the wiring as best you can to see if any is damaged, but take a good look at your...
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  • Is Additional Part Necessary to Prevent Breakaway Battery From Draining?
  • If you have tapped into the red wire from the 12V battery lead as in the attached diagram, the power is coming from your truck's battery and not the breakaway battery and you'd be just fine. If you are tapped into the wiring in any other manner you will want to change it to the 12V battery lead. As for back-up LED lights I recommend the Transit LED Backup Light # BUL90CB which is a 7" clear light that is surface mounted, waterproof and corrosion-resistant. For a combination taillight/backup...
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  • Could the TorkLift HiddenPower Under-Vehicle Battery Mount Attach to Trailer Frame
  • Although the TorkLift HiddenPower Under-Vehicle Battery Mount with Battery Box # TLA7727 was originally designed for attaching to the frame of a truck you certainly could attach it to the frame of a trailer.
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  • Recommendation on Where to Install a Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller on a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500
  • The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller, # 90195, should be mounted in a spot that is accessible and easily viewed by the driver of the tow vehicle. On most vehicles, customers install their brake controller on the right hand or left hand side of the steering wheel on the lower part of the vehicle's dash. Locating the brake controller in this area will allow the driver the ability to view the LCD display of the controller and also be able to reach down to activate the manual override lever...
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  • Any Special Requirements to Install Trailer Wiring on a 2015 GMC Sierra with Day Time Running Lights
  • No, there is nothing special you have to do to add a trailer wiring connector to your 2015 GMC Sierra with day time running lights. The tow package wiring on the vehicle is independent of the day time running light circuit whether you have the factory 7-Way or want to install a different one such as # HM40975.
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  • Can I use Both Standoff Extension Adapters for the Thule Spare Me 2 Bike Rack
  • You should not use both standoff extension adapters together when installing your Thule Spare Me 2 bike rack # TH963PRO. You will want to use a combination of a mounting bracket and a standoff extension to achieve the desired length. This may take some trial and error to see which combination gives you the best result.
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  • Do K-Source Custom Extendable Towing Mirrors # KS62147-48G Plug Into Factory Harness on Sierra 1500
  • The K-Source Custom Extendable Towing Mirrors # KS62147-48G will indeed plug right into the factory harness on your 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE without having to splice into anything or otherwise modify the factory wiring. The replacement mirrors will also retain the power remote features as long as you currently have that capability. The mirror face itself measures 7-3/4 hinches tall and 6-7/8 inches wide. When extended they will be 21-3/4 inches from the truck and 17-3/4 inches away when...
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  • Base Rail Kit for 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 for Husky Sliding Hitch
  • Husky doesn't give instructions for their universal base rail kits. I recommend using the installation instructions from the Reese Universal Kit # RP30035 since the measurements will be the same. On your short bed truck you will measure 25-1/8 inches from the rear bed edge (not tailgate) to the rearmost point of the rear rail. Then the front rail will be positioned based on the hitch footprint which is the industry standard with the slots 22 inches on center. I've attached a couple photos...
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  • Does the Valterra RV Sewer Hose Carrier # A04-5094BK Have Drain Holes to Drain and Dry Sewer Hose
  • The Valterra RV Sewer Hose Carrier # A04-5094BK that you referenced does not have pre-drilled holes for the sewer hose to air out, but you certainly can drill some if that is what you are needing. As you can see from the product photos and attached video, the carrier is a straight piece of pipe so a 90 degree elbow will need to be removed prior to storing your sewer hose. This is the case for all of our carriers. If you don't already have a flush valve then I highly recommend using one...
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  • Trouble Removing the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter 3016 From a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500
  • The blue tab on the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers part # 3016 must be pulled out towards you and or removed from the connector in order to remove the harness from your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500. This harness works with GM trucks from 2014-2019 so if you have a different year just let me know and I will get you the correct harness.
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  • Will the Airaid Jr. Upgrade Kit # AR201-711 Void the Warranty on a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500
  • Unless the Airaid Jr. Upgrade Kit # AR201-711 is the direct result of damage to your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 it will not void the warranty. Your vehicle actually is protected under the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. The Act states that if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your warranty unless whatever modifications you have added to your vehicle actually caused the prob­lem in question. You may want to put the stock air filter...
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  • Will Pedals Still Adjust on 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Using InvisiBrake and Stop Light Switch Kit
  • Yes, the pedals on your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 will still be adjustable after installing the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 with the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751463. In fact, there is even a note in the installation instructions which specifies they need to be adjusted in the "Up" position when you are flat towing. Along with this supplemental braking system and stop light switch, the other parts needed to flat tow your '18 GMC Sierra 1500 are: -...
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  • Does the Curt Echo Still Work When Using Apps on my Phone
  • For the most part, the Curt Echo # C51180 is going to allow you to do what you're wanting to do; you'll still be able to have the google maps and phone functions available and running while towing. Because the Curt Echo Mobile brake controller # C51180 works to offer proportional braking for your trailer by sensing the deceleration in the vehicle, it will still apply the brakes even when the app isn't open. However, when the Echo app is not open, you won't have the emergency/manual override...
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  • How Is Roadmaster Seat Adapter For Suppllemental Brake System Installed On 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
  • The installation instructions for the Roadmaster Seat Adaptor, part # RM-88308 are on the right side of the product page. In the instructions it states you need to remove the rear Torx bolts that are holding the seat track in place. The instructions say that you may need to enlist another person to help since the seat has to be tilted to allow the installation of the adaptor under the seat track.
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  • Brake Controller Install in 2014 GMC Sierra
  • The install procedure will depend on if you have a 1500 or a 2500/3500 Series. If your Sierra is a 1500 model, you will need a brake controller wiring adapter harness, part # C51451. The 2500 and 3500 series would have the tow package wiring that sits above where the driver's left knee sits. If you click the video link I've provided, you can see a controller being installed in a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The FAQ link I provided shows how to install a controller in the 2500/3500 model. The...
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