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  • Recommended Conversion from Air Brakes on Vehicle to Hydraulic Brakes on Trailer
  • For your 2009 International 4300 with air brakes you will use the Hayes Air Actuated Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional # HA100400C and then the HydraStar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi # HBA16 or if you have drum brakes # HBA-12. This combination will convert your air brakes into a proportional braking system on your trailer.
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  • Where to Find Brake Controller Stoplight Circuit on Truck
  • Behind the brake pedal there is a switch that has wires ran to it that you'll need to test with a circuit tester part # PTW2993 to test all of the wires until you find the circuit that only has 12 volts when the brake pedal is pressed.
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  • Recommended Rear Anti-Sway Bar for 2016 Nexus Motorhome on International Terrastar Chassis
  • The Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar and Axle Plate Kit if you don't have autochains # RM-1179-112-00 is the correct fit for your chassis and if you do have autochains, then # RM-1179-112 is the correct fit. This anti-sway bar will install behind the rear axle, but is designed to work with the air bag system so it does not interfere. I've attached a photo of the installation instructions that clearly show the air bag as well as the fit.
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  • Why Won't Hopkins Magnetic Tow Lights Work with Semi Truck Trailer Wiring
  • The issue is that semi trucks have the stop lights separate from the turn signals and standard trailer wiring like what the Hopkins Magnetic Tow Lights part # C6304 has these two circuits are on the same wire. So you'd have to wire in a signal converter like the Roadmaster # RM-732 so that the two circuits would be on same wire.
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  • Electric Trailer Brake Controller For a 2018 International LT 625 With Air Brakes
  • You are going to want to use the Hayes Air Actuated Trailer Brake Controller # HA100400C on your 2018 International LT625. With this brake controller it will tie into your existing air lines for your brakes and use the pressure in the air lines to proportionally match the braking force applied to the electric trailer brakes. The only connections you will need to make are for the Air Line # RM450700, and electrical connections. The white wire from the Hayes controller will go to a 12 volt...
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  • Rear Anti-Sway Bar for a 2004 International 4300 with Onspot Chains
  • I checked with Roadmaster and for a 2004 International 4300 with the Onspot chains you will need # RM-1179-110. I have included a link to the instructions so you can see the install steps and parts. The other model, # RM-1179-110-00, was designed for models that do not have Onspot chains.
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  • Recommended Landing Gear For Stabilizing A 2004 International 4300
  • The best option we will have is the Bulldog Square Jack - Drop Leg w/ Spring Return # BD182804. This has a 10,000 pound lifting capacity and a 12,000 pound static capacity. As this is the capacity per jack, you can add the Bulldog # BD182805 to the other side of the frame to double the capacities. You will need to fabricate a bar to connect them, but I think this will be the best option we have for your 2004 International 4300. Now the most heavy duty option we have will be the Bulldog...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 1977 International Scout II
  • Yes, the Curt Hitch part # 13580 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 1977 International Trucks Scout II that has a factory step bumper. Bumper bracket modification is needed since it's a step bumper. 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. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip,...
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  • 2015 International Trucks Terrastar Trailer Hitch recommendation with 10K Tow Rating
  • For your application I recommend the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch Receiver # 41990-07 because it's a weld-on hitch with brackets that can be adjusted to fit different frame widths, and it has a 16K towing capacity so it gets you the 10K you're looking for. Since this is a universal fitment you'll need to check to make sure this fits the frame style on your 2015 International Trucks Terrastar chassis as I don't have a way to confirm this.
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  • Replacement 10 Inch Trailer Brake Assemblies Available for Trailer
  • We are going to need to know the wheel bolt pattern on your trailer before we can pick out replacement wheels. The wheel you referenced # LHACK133 has an 8 on 6-1/2 inch bolt pattern. I attached a help article that covers determining bolt patterns as well. What capacity axles do you have on your trailer? Most likely they are 3,500 since that is the very common capacity for 10 inch assemblies. For that you would need the part # AKEBRK-35R-SA for the right hand side and # AKEBRK-35L-SA for...
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  • Comparing Proportional and Time-Delayed Trailer Brake Controllers
  • In regards to choosing an electric trailer brake controller, you have proportional and time-delayed options. The best option would be a proportional brake controller like the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 because it applies braking force in a variable amount based on the load. This will give the best performance when compared to a time-delayed controller which applies force in a set amount. The proportional controllers are also instant whereas time-delayed are not.
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  • Brake Controller for Towing Fifth Wheel Toy Hauler with 2013 International Trans Tar 8600 Air Brakes
  • We have two brake controllers that work well with air brake systems. I recommend the Hayes Air Actuated Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional # HA100400C. This system offers both manual override and proportional braking giving your trailer brakes the same intensity as your truck. I've attached a video review to assist. If you feel comfortable working with air systems, then you can absolutely do it yourself. If you are not comfortable with that, I recommend having a...
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  • Recommended Stabilization Springs For International Terra Star Chassis
  • I reached out to Timbren and confirmed that the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Rear Axle # TITR100 is a confirmed fit for newer models as well, so they will fit your New Nexus 33SC Motorhome with Terra Star Chassis. These rubber spings sit above the rear axle to help stabilize and level your motorhome. They provide comfort by absorbing road shock and improving roll stability. They simply bolt onto your frame and become more rigid as more weight is added. These springs will...
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  • Solution for Hitch Plate for 1996 International 4700 LPX
  • According to Buyers Products, the # 3371809065 is designed to fit the Chevy/GMC model 3500 cab and chassis. For your 1996 International 4700 LPX you will need to use a universal weld-on hitch plate. Unfortunately, there are no custom hitch plates available that will fit your truck. We have the following options. Buyers Products Fabricators Hitch Plate - 3/4" x 34-1/2" x 22-1/2" # 3371809027A Buyers Products Fabricators Hitch Plate - 5/8" x 34-1/2" x 15-1/2" # 3371809042 Buyers Products...
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  • How To Install Trailer Brake Controller and 7-Way Trailer Connector on International 4300
  • I have a few different options for you, an air controlled trailer brake controller like the Hayes Air Actuated Trailer Brake Controller part # HA100400C or an electric controlled trailer brake controller like the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195. If your local state laws require the brake lights to be illuminated when the engine (jake) brake is activated then you'll want to go with an air controlled trailer brake controller as this is the only option that will do...
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  • Availability Of Heavy Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2000 International 4900 Truck
  • There are a few options for your 2000 International 4900 Truck, but there is not a custom fit receiver available. The Super Titan 4000 Weld-On Trailer Hitch with 3" Receiver Opening, 25,000 lbs. # 38124 could work but requires the frame on your truck to be 34 to 34-1/2" wide. This option has a 4000lb tongue weight rating and a 25000lb trailer weight rating, but uses the less common 3" receiver. Another option is the Curt Class 5 Universal Weld-on Hitch w/ Brackets - 2-1/2" Receiver -...
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  • Availability of Trailer Hitch for 2018 Kenworth w900 Road Tractor
  • The Reese Super Titan 4000 Trailer Hitch # 38208 referenced in your question is a universal-type hitch that is designed for "C" channel style frames that are approximately 34-34-1/2 inches wide. If this matches the frame on your Kenworth w900 semi-tractor, then this heavy-duty hitch will be a good option. Otherwise, we do have a nice selection of universal, weld-on hitches available that you can look through that might be a good fit for your w900. The Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body...
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  • Recommended Air Over Electric Trailer Brake Controller To Replace Obsolete Warner 1300-80
  • I have an option for you, but unfortunately the Warner 1300-80 you have has been discontinued for a while now. The only air to electric brake controller we offer now is the Hayes # HA100400C which will be pretty easy to install. Just cut the 4 wires off of your current controller, and wire them in the exact same way to the new # HA100400C. You'll just need to connect the air line, and install the new mounting bracket as well to finish it up.
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  • Recommended Air Brake to Electric Brake Controller for 1969 International Loadstar 1890 Truck
  • The Hayes Air Actuated Trailer Brake Controller # HA100400C will work very well with your 1969 International Loadstar 1890 truck. These controllers are designed for air brake systems to create smooth electric trailer braking. They are both proportional controllers so they will give you the braking you are seeking. They are both adjustable so you will be able to ensure your unloaded trailer can also be towed as desired with smooth braking. Both of these controllers work well, so it comes...
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  • Installing Hopkins Brake Controller on 1989 International S1900 Truck
  • In order to install a trailer brake controller like the Hopkins Agility # HM47294 that you referenced on your 1989 International S1900, you will need to first install an RV style 7-Way connector if one is not already present. I recommend starting with a 4-Way harness like the Tekonsha Universal 4-Pole Hardwire Kit # 18252. This kit includes a tester that will allow you to determine the correct wires on your truck to splice into. Once installed, you will need the Universal Wiring Kit...
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