The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector # C55242 will allow you to use the Mighty Cord 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 7' Long # A10-7007 to give you the connection at the bumper and another in the bed of your Ford truck.
They will work together well and can be used independently or at the same time. view full answer...
If I understand correctly, the trailer that the camper is in is just he bed part of a 1998 Ford F-150. The best and safest option would be the Torklift custom fit tie downs. However, because this is not a normal application I cannot confirm that any of them will fit.
That leaves the Brophy tie downs # TDSF which are designed to fit domestic pickup trucks up to 2010 model years so your 1998 Ford F-150 bed does fall into that category. I also recommend the tie down hardware package # TDHP. view full answer...
The best option we have to replace your old Draw-Tite Activator III Trailer Brake Controller would be to upgrade to the IV part # 5504 which will use the same harness as the old one and provide you with a bit of a newer design. view full answer...
We have several different coupler repair kits that could work for you, but without knowing the brand, size, or style of your coupler it is hard to say if the # C25194 would be the correct one for you.
What I would recommend you do is check out the link I attached (after determining what brand coupler you have), click the brand of coupler you have and you will see all of the compatible coupler repair kits. view full answer...
The Hopkins Smart Hitch Backup Camera and Hitch Aligner System # HM50002 will not plug into the Hopkins Endurance 7-Way Trailer Connector Socket # HM48480 but it will plug into the Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector with Universal Pigtail Harness # HM47210 or the Endurance Multi-Tow 4-Way Flat to 7-Way RV Trailer Adapter w/ 4-Way Vehicle End Plug # HM47180.
If you don't have any wiring yet, my recommendation is to use the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole... view full answer...
The Ford Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness, part # 118242 is exactly what you need to get a 7-way connector at the back of your 98 F-150.
For a brake controller I recommend the Prodigy P2, part # 90885. This is our most popular brake controller because it is easy to install and operate.
To plug this in to the port located under your dash I recommend part # 3035-P. One end simply plugs into the port on the vehicle and the other into the back of the brake controller.
I have... view full answer...
The Ford Replacemenet OEM Tow Package Wiring harness part # 118242 is not sold without the 7-way so ordering this part number would be your best option. 7-ways don't always last forever so with this you'd at least have a spare. view full answer...
The Hand winch you selected, Dutton-Lainson Brake Winch # DL15721, would be a great choice as long as your 2,500 lb tractor will always be a rolling load, and the angle of the ramps on the trailer will not be too steep. This winch can use the 20 foot strap, # DL24251, or the 25 foot cable, # DL24102.
If you need to move the tractor when not rolling, flat tire or some other mishap, I recommend using a winch with at least 5,000 lb capacity. A winch like this is only available in an electric... view full answer...
All trailer tires like the Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10303 that you referenced are intended for use on pavement so they have tread patterns that are going to perform the best in highway applications. Since the tires are on idler axles (not powered) they don't really need an aggressive tread pattern so this tire would do just as well as any other tire out there in the situations you mentioned. Braking might be an issue in heavy snow, but you'd just have to drive smart for... view full answer...
The overall diameter of your trailer tires is 27.1 inches. So for a wheel cover that would work great with your tire size you would want # CAM45322. I attached a review video for you to check out as well. view full answer...
I do have an option for you but trailer tail lights really aren't tested and rated for vibrations extensively. That said, I would think an LED tail light would be able to handle this better due to the design of the illuminator, the LED Trailer Tail Light part # CPL001 for passenger or part # CPL002 for driver. I think you would eventually run into the same issue if you just swapped bulbs and I'm not aware of any such shock mount. view full answer...
I confirmed with my tech at Advent Air that it does not matter which of the black wires on the Start Capacitor # ACMSCKIT gets connected to which terminal. view full answer...
The brake controller we recommend is the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller # 90885. This controller is a fully proportional brake controller that applies the brakes of your trailer in the exact same speed and strength as your tow vehicle brakes. This style controller is much safer and easier on braking components than a time-delayed controller. For your truck you can use the wiring adapter # 3035-P, for a direct plug in application.
I attached an FAQ article on brake controllers for... view full answer...
The Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch, # RP30033, was designed to work with the industry standard 2 inch king pin that comes on fifth wheel trailers. As long as your fifth wheel trailer does not weigh more than 22,000 lbs, this fifth wheel hitch will work with your trailer.
There are a few other factors that you will want to consider before purchasing a fifth wheel hitch. First, we recommend using a sliding fifth wheel hitch if your truck bed is shorter than 8 ft. This is because a fixed fifth... view full answer...
Wiring up dual axles with brakes isn't too difficult at all. If you check out the picture I attached you can see how we recommend doing it with 10 gauge wire like our part # 10-1-1 which is sold by the foot.
The second picture I attached shows a general wiring diagram for a trailer as well. view full answer...
The best and most popular brake controller we offer is the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller, part # 90885. This is a proportional controller and will activate your trailer brakes in proportion to your 1998 Ford F-150 truck's braking action. This system is easy to install and to use.
The other items you need for installation depend on the type of wiring you have on your truck. If you have the factory 7-way connector on the rear of your truck then I recommend the Tekonsha Plug-In... view full answer...
The Ford Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness # 118242 will connect to your 1997 Ford F-150 further up the harness inside the frame rail. I have included a picture of this connector. You will not use the black and gray connectors that you have included in your pictures.
I recommend using Dielectric Grease # 11755 on the wiring connectors. This will help protect the wiring connectors from moisture and corrosion. A new Mounting Bracket # PK12711U may be required if your old bracket... view full answer...
For your 1999 Ford F-150 light duty with a 5.4 liter we have the CTS2 part # EP85450 as a confirmed fit that would give you up to 15 horsepower and 20 foot lbs of torque. view full answer...
The Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System and the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System are both good options for you. However, they do not have the best means of controlling trailer sway in comparison to the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System. This system has four point sway control whereas the Reese and Fastway systems only have two point sway control. This system will do a much better job of maintaining trailer sway than the above two options. It also comes with a hitch ball... view full answer...
Since your 1997 Ford F-150 came with a factory 7-way the correct install harness you'll need to install a brake controller is the part # 3035-P which plugs right in under the dash.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part # 90195. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate... view full answer...
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