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  • Radiator and Transmission Fittings for a 1973 Ford F-100 with a Champion Radiator
  • In the realm of 1/4 inch fittings, we have a few parts. We have the Derale 1/4 inch NPT Female x 3/8 inch Barb Straight Hose Fitting, # D98104. There is also the Derale 1/4 inch NPT Male x 3/8 inch Barb Straight Hose Fitting, # D98100. Finally, there is a set, Derale Radiator Adapter Fittings, # D13014, which comes with a 1/4 inch NPT male and female fittings and a 3/8 inch NPT male fitting. I was unable to find anything that was specifically listed as a 1/4 inch -27. All of the transmission...
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  • Recommended Circuit Breaker and Wire Gauge for Wiring 7-way Trailer Connector
  • For a circuit breaker, I recommend using a 40 amp circuit breaker, like the Pollak 40amp In-Line Circuit Breaker # 9510. The wire that runs to the battery will connect to the gold post, and the line that connects to the junction box will connect to the silver post. Usually, 10 gauge wire is used for the 12V power. I recommend using # 10-1-1. This 10 gauge wire is sold by the foot. To make connections with this wire, you will want to use 12-10 gauge wire ring terminals # DW05705-1 or 12-10...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Trailer Brake Controller on a 1979 Ford F-350
  • Since you already have some trailer wiring on the 1979 Ford F-350, all you will need is a brake controller and a 4 and 7 way installation kit # ETBC7 to add a 7-Way and wiring for the brake controller. A lot of the wiring on your 6-pole can be reused. You will need to cut the 4-Way off of the ETBC7 and splice the wires from it to the wires going into the 6-pole by function. On the 4-Way, brown is running lights, yellow is left turn/brake lights, and green is right turn and brake lights. On...
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  • Parts Needed to Add Brake Controller to a 1963 Ford Flatbed Truck for 5th Wheel Trailer Towing
  • Yes, you can permanently install a 5th wheel hitch to your 1963 Ford Truck with a flatbed. You'll need to have a shop help you with the installation though since there are no mounting bracket options designed to fit your truck. When it comes to brakes on your 5th wheel and using a brake controller on your truck the answer is yes, you definitely need a brake controller so you can safely tow your trailer. It varies from state to state but I believe as a general the most a trailer can weigh...
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  • Fifth Wheel Installation Kit Under Bed Brackets and Hardware for a 1979 Ford F-150 and Trail Boss
  • For your 1979 Ford F-150 and Trail Boss 5th wheel trailer hitch and rails you will need the Reese Universal Installation Kit, # RP30439. This kit is compatible with the truck and with Reese above the bed 5th wheel rails. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
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  • Parts Needed to Tow a Gooseneck Trailer with a 1976 Ford F-350
  • I do have a solution for you to tow a gooseneck trailer with your 1976 Ford F-350 but unfortunately there are no gooseneck hitch fits for your pickup. Instead what you need to do is install the Universal Base Rail and Bracket Kit # RP30035 and then use the Curt 25K Gooseneck Plate # 16055 for the gooseneck hitch ball. If you already have a 7-Way wiring connector like the Tow Ready # 20024 then I also recommend installing the Bargman # 50-97-410 so that you have a 7-Way connector in your...
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  • Parts for Installing Prodigy P3 Brake Controller in 1965 Ford F-100 and 2006 Chevy Avalanche
  • We can get your two vehicles ready for sharing your new Prodigy P3 Brake Controller # 90195. Let's start with that nice old Ford that I wish were mine. You can install a new 4-pole harness # 18252 and then convert that to a 7-way using our # ETBC7 kit, just as you suggested. This kit includes all the parts needed for the truck and an article covering installation is linked for you. It will include a 12V power feed to maintain your trailer battery. There is no aftermarket plug-and-play...
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  • Custom Fit 5th Wheel Rails And In-Bed 7-Way For A 1976 Ford F-250
  • For your 1976 Ford F-250, with the 6-1/2' bed, you can use the: -Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches # DM8552005-71. This is a custom kit that will fit the 6-1/2' and 8' bed models, and includes the brackets and hardware for installation. To add a 7-way to your truck bed, you'll just need the 7-Way Pre-Wired Car Connector, 7' Lead # 20023.
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  • Class V Trailer Hitch Availability For A 1970 Ford F-250
  • I do have some solutions for your 1970 Ford F-250, however, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C15800 you reference is not a fit for your truck. If your vehicle has the deepdrop style bumper, then I recommend the Curt 3-Piece Trailer Hitch Receiver # C15511. This is also a class V hitch like # C15800, and is rated for 15,000 maximum GTW and a maximum of 1,500 tongue weight. If your truck does not have a deepdrop style bumper, but rather a standard or step bumper, then I recommend the B&W...
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