While I am normally very skeptical of fuel savings products like the # AR400-516 that you referenced. We had a customer come back and tell us that after monitoring their fuel mileage for the first 1,000 miles of their road trip without the # AR400-516 they noticed an additional mile per gallon on the next 1,000 miles of the trip with the # AR400-516 installed.
While we can't absolutely guarantee you will see the same result I would be very surprised if you didn't see the same results if... view full answer...
When it comes to installing a towing package on your 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series there is a few things you will need. First the trailer hitch.
If you have a standard bed model Ford or the step side model Ford The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 inch # 75740 is confirmed for your vehicle.
This trailer hitch has an easy, bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a black powder coat finish that covers an e-coat base for superior rust... view full answer...
The Base Rails # TH21501 are the correct rails for your 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage with the 6-1/2' bed. These will allow you to fit the Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack # TH43002XT.
The Base Rails # TH21783 are for a 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon that only has a 6' bed. view full answer...
We have a front mounted hitch that fits your 2WD 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series, but I checked directly with Curt and the # 31038 will not fit your truck. Instead, what will fit your 2WD '04 F-150 Heritage is the option from Draw-Tite:
- Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65025
I verified directly with Draw-Tite for you that the # 65025 is a fit for your truck. view full answer...
Yes, the Pollak 7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector # HM40975 will work with your Tow Ready Harness # 118242. The 7- and 4-way connector will plug into the harness the same as the 7-way connector that came with the harness. view full answer...
What I would recommend you get is a Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series 5th Wheel Louvered Tailgate # VG-04-4000, this tailgate has a lock built into it. There really isnt a reasonable way to lock the Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series Tailgate # VG-04-100 so that is why I believe you would be better off using the # VG-04-4000. view full answer...
Yes, the Ford Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness, 7-Way # 118242 will fit your 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage. While this kit was designed to convert from a 4-way flat to a 7-way it will connect to the factory harness. view full answer...
Ideally you want your loaded tongue weight to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of a weight distribution system. Since trailer tongue weight is typically 10-15 percent of the total trailer weight the Blue Ox Sway Pro part # BXW0550 would be the better option as it has a range of 350 lbs - 550 lbs which seems to be a better fit for the weight of the trailer you listed as well as the towing capacity of the Ford Explorer you mentioned.
If you need a higher range though the... view full answer...
It looks like the Longview # LVT-2400 are designed to fit the rectangular style mirrors on the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series truck, but it's possible that you've got the contoured style mirrors (which were also an option on this model). For the contoured mirrors you'll want to use the CIPA Custom Slip On Towing Mirrors # CM11600, which are a confirmed fit for your truck if you've got that style.
If you have a the rectangular mirrors, just let me know and I can help you troubleshoot this. view full answer...
To get a fully functioning 7-Way on your 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage you need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C55242 which plugs into factory plugs on your truck and comes with the fuses and relays needed to get everything up and running!
If you don't already have a brake controller then I highly recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty because of how easy it is to use and that the control knob is a smaller button so you won't be taking up room in the cab of your truck. Here are... view full answer...
Yes, the Carr custom-fit side steps # CARR103991 will include four steel mounting brackets and two hardware packs. It will have a drop of 5-inches and a 500 pound weight capacity.
I attached an instruction link to guide you through the installation process. view full answer...
I was able to verify for you the correct base rails for the Thule TracRac SR for your 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage with a 6-1/2 foot bed, which are the following part number:
- Base Rails for Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Racks # TH21501
There are the base rails only for the full ladder rack which fits your '04 F-150, the Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack # TH43002XT-501. view full answer...
The Tow Ready Ford Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness, # 118242, will work on your 2004 Ford F150 Heritage if you have the factory tow package with the 4-way connector already on your vehicle. This will connect inline to your vehicles wiring harness and the 4-way will stay and be able to function. So you will have a 7-way and a 4-way at the rear of your vehicle.
There is no plug that will swap out on the # 118242 wiring harness that will give you a 7-way and 4-way connector side... view full answer...
You found the correct adapter to convert your F-150's 4-pole flat trailer connector to a combination 4-pole and 7-pole to allow you to tow two types of trailers with different wiring connectors. Your existing 4-pole will simply plug in to the female connector on the Hopkins # 37185. The included mounting bracket and hardware will allow you to install this where you prefer.
If you ever want to add a trailer brake controller for use with trailers that have electric brakes the extra wire... view full answer...
Without knowing the placement of your Everchill RV Refrigerator, # WAY44FR, within the RV it is challenging for me to make exact suggestions. However, in general, use of L brackets is best choice. Select an attachment point and measure the area, locally source needed length brackets. I would focus on angle brackets and corner braces to bottom of unit first. view full answer...
You have a non-standard rear view mirror on your 2004 Ford F-150. The custom fit towing mirrors we offer for your truck would not fit.
In situations like yours I recommend the CIPA Deluxe Door Mount Mirror # 11650 that will mount to the door and would not matter what style mirrors you have. I attached a review video for you to check out also. view full answer...
The part # 37185 will convert your 4-way to a 7-way for the trailer light functions, but it would require a few more things to also function your trailer brakes.
Instead of the # 37185 you would want the install harness part # 3035-P to install a Tekonsha brake controller and then the part # 118242 to convert the 4-way with a 7-way.
You will also need a brake controller. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake... view full answer...
The fact that it is staying on even when the trailer is not connected is strange. According to the installation details linked for reference, if the trailer is connected to the tow vehicle, the yellow charging light will always be on. The light stays on just to show that the unit is connected and has power.
Since it is staying on, it has to be drawing power from the break away battery. The box is water resistant but not water proof. Moisture or corrosion build up in the box or wiring could... view full answer...
Since your 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage model has the factory 4-Way wiring you will be able to install the OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness, # 118242, inline with the OEM 4-Way harness without inlstalling additional wires.
The fuses and relays included in the package can be used to complete the wiring for the circuits. Not all of the fuses and relays will necessarily be needed. Once you have the fuses and relays installed in the correct locations the power for trailer battery will be activated. view full answer...
Since your trailer frame isn't tall enough for the plate of the # 17200 to bolt to it you could easily have it welded to your trailer. That's basically your only option. view full answer...