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  • Does Bargman Trailer Taillight 30-84-509 Fit Both Sides of Trailer
  • There isn't a left and right side version of the Bargman trailer taillight part # 30-84-509. You can run either on either side. These also do not require a gasket either.
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  • Manufacturer of etrailer Hub and Bearing Kit
  • The etrailer Hub Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and Al-Ko Axles - 3,500 lb with #84 Spindle item # BK2-100 is manufactured by TruRyde.
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  • Recommended Front Mounted Trailer Hitch For A 1984 Ford F-150
  • For your 1984 Ford F-150 I recommend the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Service Body Trailer Hitch Receiver - Weld On - Class V - 2" # 41990-07. This universal-fit trailer hitch fits heavy-duty and commercial vehicles with frames up to 44" with 7" tall, weld-on mounting brackets included. It has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 16,000lbs and maximum tongue weight capacity of 1,600lbs. There is not a confirmed fitting front mounted hitch for your vehicle and a rear mounted trailer hitch...
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  • Does 1986 Ford Pickup Westin Fey Surestep Deluxe XLT Rear Bumper Have a Center Pad
  • The molded polymer plastic step pad on the Westin Fey Surestep Deluxe XLT Rear Bumper # 21007-92230 for your 1986 Ford pickup is designed only for that bumper piece and isn't available to cover up where the hitch ball is meant to be installed. Since you're also needing a hitch receiver with a higher towing weight capacity I recommend checking out the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 14001 which has up to 10K towing and 1K tongue weight ratings, plus the crosstube is hidden for a cleaner-looking...
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  • Which Battery Terminal Do I install Black Wire Of Curt Trailer Adapter On My 1991 Ford
  • Per instructions when installing The Curt Trailer Connector Adapter # C57672 on your 1991 Ford the black power cable will need to be attached to the red positive terminal on your battery per the instructions. This multi-function, vehicle-end connector converts any 4-way flat, vehicle-end plug to a combination 7-way outlet and 4-pole flat outlet. I attached a review video link below.
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  • How Far From Bottom of Cab to Step of DeeZee Brite-Tread
  • The step is actually going to be right up against the cab of your truck when installing the DeeZee Brite-Tread Running Boards - 6" Wide - Aluminum Tread Plate - Cab Length # DZ2017. I have added a link below to the installation instructions as well if you'd like to check those out.
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  • Is 12V Power of 7-Way Socket Connected Directly to Vehicle Battery
  • The 12V power wire at the 7-Way socket will be routed straight to the battery through a 40A circuit breaker and the blue wire from the brake controller will go straight to the 7-Way. If you don't have any of the wiring then you'll want to pick up our Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7, but if you're just needing the circuit breaker then use part # PK54540. I'm attaching a diagram for the wiring on a 7-Way as well as a photo showing what the standard pinout is for you to reference.
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  • Availability of 5th Wheel Tailgate for 1986 Ford F-250
  • I do have a potential solution for you, however we don't have a traditional 5th wheel tailgate available that's designed to fit your 1986 Ford F-250. What we do have, however, is the Pilot Tailgate Net # TR-03 that is confirmed to fit and can essentially perform the same function - which is to eliminate clearance concerns or prevent damage to the tailgate while you have your 5th wheel trailer hooked up. This net is really easy to install on your F-250 and it will also help to improve...
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  • Thule Xporter Truck Rack Bracket Compatibility with Truck Bed Rail
  • As you stated, Thule has not tested this compatibility and neither have we. If I understand your measurements correctly it may require trimming or drilling the underside of the bed lip for a correct fit. I've attached a photo with the measurements for the clamps utilized on the Thule Xsporter Pro Adjustable Height Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 450 lbs - Silver # TH500XT. The other elements will be compatible and the loadbars which are 72" long x 3-1/2" wide x 1-1/2" tall will...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness for a 1988 Ford F-150
  • We have 2 wiring harnesses for your 1988 Ford F-150; # C55316 and # 118316. They both install the same way; by plugging in line with the tail light wiring under the truck. I have linked a video showing how the 118316 installs.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 1989 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat with Deep Drop Bumper
  • Thank you for the photo! What you have there is a deep drop or "cowboy" bumper. So, for a 2 inch trailer hitch that is confirmed to fit your 1989 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat with the deep drop bumper, I recommend the Curt # C15511. This 3-piece trailer hitch receiver is specially designed for heavy-duty towing. This is a multi fit hitch, so drilling is required to bolt it onto your truck's frame, but it will fit both 34 and 37-1/2 inch frames. It has a 15,000 lb towing capacity and a 1,500 lb...
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  • Suspension Enhancement that Fits 1987 Ford F-250 with B and W Gooseneck Hitch
  • The Firestone suspension kit part # F2071 that you referenced mounts in the same area as the B and W Gooseneck hitch part # BWGNRK1110 so the two won't be able to install at the same time. You best solution for suspension enhancement will be the Timbren kit part # TFR250SDE as it gives you the same support as the Firestone kit but allows you to install the B and W as well.
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  • Why Does Light of Tekonsha Primus Brake Controller Stay On
  • The indicator of a brake controller will stay on for several minutes after the vehicle has been turned off and exited. If you leave the vehicle undisturbed the controller will go into sleep mode and the light should go off. However, even if it did the amperage draw of the LED light is so miniscule that it would take months to drain a vehicle battery. Which by then the battery would be dead from inactivity.
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  • Can I Back Up Normally When Using a Lock N Roll Trailer Coupler
  • The 360 degree rotation of the Lock N Roll Articulating Trailer Coupler # 336VS511, along with the left to right and up and down articulation allows fantastic maneuverability, especially when backing a trailer around a corner and into a tight spot. This is actually one of the things that Lock N Roll touts on their site as one of the great features of this coupler, so there won't be any issues with control when backing up your trailer. I've linked a short review video we did of this part...
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  • Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting Rails for Valley Power Pull Hitch Install on 1985 Ford F-350
  • Valley has been out of business for many years, but unless it was one of their under bed mount system hitches, they all used industry standard bed rails, including the power pull. You can compare your hitch mounting tabs to the rail spacing like what's shown in the provided photo. Simply compare the front to back and side to side spacing of the mounting tabs on your hitch, measured center to center and compare to the photo. If the front to back spacing is 22 inches, and the side to side...
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  • 5th Wheel Hitch, Base Rails and Install Kit for 1989 Ford F-150
  • We have the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails with Installation Kit # C16200 as there are no custom brackets available for your 1989 Ford F-150. The kit supplies you with the rails, universal install brackets and hardware for installation. If you have already received the rails then add Kit # C16101 it will have everything but the rails that are in the other kit. The Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16130 is a great hitch to consider. It will accommodate more weight than the truck...
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  • Correct Grease Seal for Trailer with L44649 Outer and L68149 Inner Bearing
  • The grease seal used along with an L44649 outer bearing and L68149 inner bearing is a 10-19, part # RG06-050 which measures 1.719" inner diameter x 2.565" outer diameter.
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  • Extending a 2 Inch Trailer Hitch 30 Inches to Clear In-Bed Camper when Towing a Boat Trailer
  • For a regular extension that fits a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver the longest available is going to be 18 inches such as # C45796. In order to reach at least 30 inches you would then need to use a ball mount that measures at least 12 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole. But I do not know how much rise or drop you need to tow the trailer level. So what I did was include a link to the fixed ball mounts that would be long enough, as well as a link...
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  • Will a Cushioned Ball Mount Work with Surge Trailer Brakes
  • The cushion inside of the Convert-A-Ball cushioned ball mount # AMSC4 would have only a slight affect on the surge coupler on your trailer. You may not even notice it. The cushion is very dense and the more pressure that is put on it the firmer it gets. It would take more force to compress that cushion than to actuate the surge coupler. Cushioned ball mount # AMSC4 has a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop but there are other options if you need a different rise or drop to tow the trailer level: #...
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  • Powered A-Frame Jack Recommendation for 1,000 lbs Tongue Weight
  • I recommend the Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer Jack - Drop Leg - A-Frame - 23" Lift - 5,000 lbs - Black Item # JET-5000. It has a lifting capacity of 5,000 lbs which would be more than you'd need but will ensure that the jack will operate quickly and last a long time. The jack can lift a total of 23 inches of travel.
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