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  • Installing the Replacement Back Drag onto a Fisher Snow Plow
  • The Replacement Back Drag for Western and Fisher XV V-Plow Snow Plows # 3371311215 bolts onto the holes in front of the cutting edge of your Fisher XV Snow Plows. Since it is a replacement blade, it is meant to fit on that specific kind of snow plow in front of its specific kind of cutting edge. That way you can take full advantage of its 70 degree angle for better scraping and back dragging. This also comes in different sizes depending on your snow plow: - Replacement Back Drag for Western/Fisher...
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  • Is the Curt Spectrum Brake Controller Supposed to Light Up When the Vehicle is Started
  • I called Curt to confirm if this is expected. They assured me that this is normal. It lights up when the vehicle is started to indicate the Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller, part # C51170, is on and looking for a connection. Once it's found that there is no connection, it will stop lighting up until a connection is made. I've linked to a video review of this controller for your reference.
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  • Converting 4-Way to 7-Way Trailer Wiring on 2006 Chevy Colorado
  • We actually have a much easier solution for your 2006 Chevy Colorado to convert it from a 4-way to a 7-way with the adapter part # 37185 for if you don't have trailer brakes you need to activate or part # ETBC7 for if you do have trailer brakes. Both of these kits come with an easy to install and use adapter that your 4-way plugs into to convert it to a 7-way. If you need a brake controller for trailer brakes you'd also then want the # TK63VR and you'd have an easy to install and use...
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  • Locating Wires For Installing Pop & Lock Tailgate Lock System For 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
  • I called my contact at pop & Lock about your 2011 Chevrolet Colorado Extended Cab truck. They told me that the wires you are looking for are located to the left of the brake pedal on the drivers side of the cab. You would need the tan and gray wire for the door locks for the installation. They also told me you may need to pull the sill plate if you cannot locate the wires behind the kick panel. If you are still unable to locate the correct wires please send me some photos of what you...
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  • Do LED Light Strip Kit with Wireless IR Remote # DG52694 Install Permanently
  • The LED Light Strip Kit with Wireless IR Remote # DG52694 that you referenced installs permanently. The strip attaches with 3M adhesive which will securely hold to your RV as you travel down the road.
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  • What Gauge Wire Should be Used with Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger
  • Since the estimated length of the wire run you'll have with the part # 331-BCDC1240D is between 18 and 20 feet you'd want to use 4 gauge wire. If the run was less than 16 feet you could use 6 gauge. The two relay kits you mentioned actually provide different purposes. The part # 331-SBI12KIT is for allowing the charger to charge two batteries in the best way possible whereas the # 331-RK1260 is for connecting to a vehicle that has a smart alternator. These come with all needed circuit...
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  • Instructions for Installing the Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells
  • Installing the Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells # Y01-140B is pretty straightforward in that you will install the rails by using a 6.5mm drill bit to drill holes in your roof and then after that it's a simple manner of securing everything down with the included parts. We do recommend using some form of sealant like the TremPro 644 # 0160297 to help keep water out of your camper shell. We don't have any installation videos at this time, but we do have the installation...
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  • Will the Curt Hitch Work On a 2005 Chevy Colorado with Grille Guard
  • The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31221 is an excellent option and a confirmed fit for a 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. It features no-drill installation and will allow you to carry bikes, haul extra cargo, mount a winch, or use a snowplow. That said, you will need to remove any bull bar or grille guard as they install in the same location of a front mount hitch. However, the trailer hitch is much more versatile than a grille guard so it's a fair swap.
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  • Installation of 7 Way and Trailer Brake Controller for 2006 Chevy Colorado
  • When installing the Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole # 37185 on your 2006 Chevy Colorado you'll plug in your existing 4 way to provide the signal for the lights and then you will need to run additional wires for the 12v power source and the brake controller wire. The 12v wire will need to connect to the battery and you'll need to run the brake control wire up into the engine compartment as well, but it will run through the firewall into the area in front of the pedals. You can take...
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  • Can the Inlet/Outlet Fittings on Trans. Cooler Point Down on a 2006 Chevy Colorado
  • It would not be required that you mount a Derale Dyno-Cool Tube-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, part # D12906, in any particular direction, the line pressure from the transmission will push the fluid through the cooler regardless of if its mounted horizontally, vertically or any direction in between. I would recommend you choose a location based on receiving maximizing airflow through the cooler, regardless of what direction it points. I would also recommend you get a Derale Snap-In Radiator...
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation and Install for a 2016 Chevy Colorado
  • To install a brake controller in a 2016 Chevy Colorado you will have to wire the controller to the 4 wires under the dash of the truck like in the video you mentioned (that is also linked.) There won't be an adapter available for this vehicle that allows one to plug right in as Chevy designed your vehicle to have the controller install like this. Instead of putting a port for the brake controller they just gave the 4 blunt cut wires. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy...
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  • Is Plug-in Adapter Available To Install Brake Controller On 2016 Chevrolet Colorado
  • There is no plug under the dash of your Colorado, so you will have to hardwire your brake controller. The wires are located on the left side of the truck behind a kick panel on the driver side. I have attached a link to an installation video you can check out to see how the brake controller is installed. You can use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to check the wires by function.
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  • Does The Kat Heater Engine Block Cartridge For 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Have A Thermostat?
  • For your 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, the heater that is a confirmed fit for your vehicle is the Kat's Heaters Custom Fit Engine Block Heater - Cartridge Style - 120V - 400 Watts, # KH11811. I reached out to my contact at Kat's and he said these heaters have a temperature control that is based on the model of vehicle and heater that is application specific. You will want to make sure you get the right heater for your vehicle to prevent issues.
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  • What is the Correct Trailer Wiring Harness For A 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
  • At this time there is not a vehicle specific wiring harness for the 2010 Equinox. You can wire your vehicle with the Upgraded Circuit Protected Modulite with 4 Pole Harness and Hardwire Kit, item # 118494. With this kit you will get everything needed to install a 4-pole trailer connector for towing. The Modulite kit uses a wire that is ran to the battery with a inline fuse to power the trailer lights, you will then use the included circuit tester to find the vehicle wiring, at the rear...
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  • How To Install A Brake Controller on a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado
  • The installation instructions for the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 will vary depending on if your truck was equipped with a 7-way trailer connector from the factory. If your truck already came with a 7-way trailer connector then the blunt cut wires you will need to use to install the controller will be located under the drivers side kick panel near the emergency brake pedal. You can see this location shown at the 2:00 mark in the attached video. However, if...
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  • Replacing Bushings of Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar
  • The repair kit for the Falcon 2 is the part # RM-910003-60 which I attached a link to the full instructions on this page but I also cropped out just the instructions that deal with bushing replacement.
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  • Does Brake Controller Need Separate Fuse if Install in 2016 Chevy Colorado with Factory Tow Package
  • No, you will not need a separate fuse to install the P3 brake controller # 90195 on your 2016 Chevy Colorado with the factory tow package. The tow package wiring up under the dash that you will connect the brake controller to is already fused under the hood (you can check to make sure the fuse is in place). Installation on your truck will be similar to the video I have linked. The tow package wiring should be held together with a white tag that lists the functions of the wires. On the...
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  • Which Brake Wire Is Needed for Brake Controller Installation on a 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
  • I looked up the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado and the two switches on your brake pedal is for the brake light and the other switch is for the traction control/cruise control. You will need to use a circuit tester, like part # PTW2993, and test the wires. I would start by looking for a light blue wire and test that wire for power only when the brakes are applied. I am including a link to a FAQ page on brake controllers. It does list some colors of the wires on vehicles that are needed when installing...
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  • How to Break-In New Brakes With Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller
  • Breaking in new brakes with the Liberty # RED24FR is basically the same thing you just described. The only difference from what Lippert told you is that there is no slide mechanism for the manual override. Instead, you will push in on the knob to engage the brakes as you described. Take the trailer out to an open area, like a parking lot. Get up to around 40 mph then push the knob to engage the brakes. A middle setting or slightly higher is fine, you just need to make sure the brakes fully...
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  • Can Tow Bar Wiring Plug Mount to Front Skid Plate on 2019 Chevy Colorado ZR2
  • So long as where you are mounting it allows the bracket to be secured on your front skid plate, it would be okay to do so on your 2019 Chevy Colorado ZR2. You will just want to ensure the wiring bracket isn't loose and can be properly positioned, but I don't see why you couldn't do this when installing tow bar wiring. For this I recommend an option from Roadmaster: - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 I like this kit a lot as it is specifically designed...
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