Expert Answers about Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, Circuit Protected vs Unprotected
- We stock both the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118494, and the Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 56094, because we have customers that request both styles. Many times customers do not want to run the extra wire to the vehicle battery, so they order the # 56094 harness. The Battery connection is the biggest advantage of the # 118494 harness for protecting the vehicle circuitry.
I would use the circuit protected model, # 118494, because there is always a possibility of a short...
view full answer... - Difference Between Wiring Harnesses For 2011 GMC Terrain With No Tow Package
- The Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, part # 118494 has a powered converter that helps protect the vehicle wiring circuit and will supply enough power for the trailer wiring if needed.
The Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, part # 56094 would be a good choice if you have LED lights on your trailer or if you do not have a lot of lights.
I recommend the # 118494 because it does help prevent any damage to the vehicle wiring and would make sure you have sufficient power to the wiring on...
view full answer... - What is the Difference Between Trailer Wiring Harnesses for the 2013 Mazda CX-5
- For the 2013 Mazda CX-5 the Tow Ready wiring harness # 118563 is a powered converter that requires a direct connection to the vehicle battery to power the trailer lights. This protects the vehicle wiring and electrical components from damage. Because this unit uses a powered converter it will have a higher amperage rating (if the trailer has a lot of lights) than the Curt harness.
The Curt harness # C56011 does not require a connection to the battery so it gets all of the power from the...
view full answer... - Differences in Curt and Hopkins Wiring Harnesses with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector for 1988 Ranger
- Both 4-pole wiring harnesses available for your 1988 Ford Ranger, Curt # C55314, and Hopkins # 40205, are custom-fit types that plug in to connectors on the vehicle and both are passive, meaning that they do not require a 12V power feed directly from the vehicle's battery. So the power for the trailer lights will be drawn through the truck's own wiring. As far as differences, besides the way the connectors are attached to the harness there really is no difference. I personally recommend...
view full answer... - Comparing Custom Trailer Wiring Harnesses for a 2021 Honda Odyssey
- There are three trailer wiring harness options for a 2021 Honda Odyssey, the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118781, the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118753, and the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C56382. The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118781 is what I recommend because when compared to the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118753 comes with additional fuses that correspond with your fuse box slot #10, slot #11, and slot #12. If you find that you have...
view full answer... - Differences Between Trailer Hitches for a 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon
- The hitches for you 2020 Outback are all very similar in the way they install and the weight capacities are all higher than that of your vehicle so in that respect its a wash. Keep in mind though you should never exceed your vehicles weight rating. The main differences come in the material used and the appearance on the vehicle.
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part # C67JR is a traditional type hitch made of a powder coated steel. It will have a receiver...
view full answer... - Difference Between T-one and Plug-N-Tow Trailer Wiring Connectors for a 2006 Town and Country Van
- The biggest difference between the Plug-N-Tow (TM) Vehicle Wiring Harness, item # 42235, and the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, item # 118300, is the manufacturer. The Plug-N-Tow harness is made by Hopkins and the T-One wiring harness is made by Tow Ready.
Both of the Harnesses provide 4-Way, vehicle end, trailer wiring connector at the rear of the vehicle and plug inline with the vehicles tail light wiring. While the shape of the connectors may be slightly different they both are...
view full answer... - Which Wiring Harness Fits the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe VS the Sedan Model
- The correct Wiring harness for the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe is the Custom Fit Trailer Wiring, item # 118407. This harness is designed specifically for the 2 door model.
The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, item # 118398, has different connectors to match the connectors on the 4 door sedan models of the Cobalt.
view full answer... - Difference Between Curt and Tow Ready T-Connector Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Both 4-pole wiring harnesses available for your 2000 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup, Curt # C55359, and Tow Ready # 118359, are custom-fit types that plug into connectors on the vehicle. Functionally speaking there is no difference between the two. Most of the harness is manufactured by the same company. Other than the way the harness is spliced together they are pretty similar. The Tow Ready is more popular with our customers, probably because it is less expensive.
I have attached the installation...
view full answer... - 2017 Honda CRV Trailer Hitch Receiver Round Tube Dimension Comparison
- For your 2017 Honda CR-V, there is a difference between the 1-1/4 inch receiver versus the 2 inch receiver other than just the receiver opening. The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" # 36597 has a round tube that is just under 2 inches in diameter. The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 76128 has a round tube diameter of 2-1/2 inches.
If you will be using this hitch receiver for towing or need a lighted accessory,...
view full answer... - Differences Between Class II And Class III Trailer Hitch On My 2021 Mazda CX-5
- Your 2021 Mazda CX-5 is compatible with a Class II and a Class III Curt trailer hitch. Besides the difference in size, 1-1/4" and 2" respectively, they have different maximum weight limits.
The Curt trailer hitch that is compatible with your vehicle, Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4", part # C12170, has a maximum tongue weight of 350 lbs and maximum gross trailer weight of 3,500 lbs.
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2", part # C13315...
view full answer... - Difference Between the etrailer And Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receivers For A 2020 Toyota Sienna
- The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98853 and Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 76112 are very similar in design and weight capacity. They both have a maximum maximum gross trailer weight of 3,500lbs and maximum tongue weight of 525lbs. Both hitches are bolt-on installations and have a black powder coat finish for superior rust protection.
The one key difference is that the # e98853 is not rated...
view full answer... - Comparing the Tekonsha Trailer Wiring Harness for 2018 Chrysler Pacifica # 118723 and # 118712
- The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118723 is the custom fit for 2017 and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Touring and LX models. The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118712 is the fit for 2017 and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica (excluding hybrid), Touring L Plus, Touring L, and Limited models. The connectors are different based on the trim models but it appears the modulite is the same amperage.
view full answer... - 4-Pole Wiring Harness Kits for 2016 Ford Transit T250 & T150
- The Curt # C56327 is a confirmed fit on both the 2016 Ford Transit T150 and T250 if they do not have the factory trailer wiring setup.
This has custom-fit connectors that plug in at your taillight wiring; it has a white ground wire that will attach to the vehicle metalwork; and it has a single power wire that you will need to run up to the engine compartment to connect to the battery + terminal using the supplied fuse holder.
The power wire for either kit can be run on the outside of...
view full answer... - Comparing Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24940 and # 24965 for 2016 Kia Optima
- The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver 24940 and # 24965 both will fit 2011 to 2017 Kia Optima models. The only difference between them really is that the # 24965 will also fit 2018 Hyundai Sonata's excluding the hybrid as well where the discontinued part 24940 only fit Sonata models through 2017.
There is no difference for your 2016 Kia Optima, so I recommend the less expensive of the two.
If you will be using this hitch receiver for towing, I recommend the ball mount # 3593...
view full answer... - Comparing Tekonsha and Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Trailer Wiring for a 2007 Ford Edge
- If I were choosing between the Tekonsha harness, # 118551 and the Curt wiring harness, # C56329 for a 2007 Ford Edge, I would go for the 118551. Tekonsha has been in the wiring business longer, they have great support, and they work well if you take care of them (make sure to keep the 4-Way clean, store it in the vehicle when not in use, stay within the amperage limits).
The Curt harness will work, it is not an inferior product, it is just that Tow Ready has more of a pedigree than Curt....
view full answer... - Comparison of Tow Ready and CURT Trailer Wiring for a 2011 Subaru Forester
- The CURT Wiring Harness, # C56040, does have a separate ground wire that needs to be attached to a clean bare metal surface using the including self-tapping screw.
The Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118467, grounds through the connector that connects to the vehicle.
Both are grounded, just in different ways. The most popular wiring harness for your 2011 Subaru Forester is the Tow Ready, # 118467. There is no significant length differences on the 4-Way end wiring. I have included...
view full answer... - Best Flat Tow Wiring Harness for a 2010 Honda Fit
- In regards to the Tow Ready Tail Light Isolating Diode System part # TR118821 and the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit part # RM-154, the Tow Ready kit will be easier to install as more of the wiring connections are already made for you but the Roadmaster kit takes up less space because the diodes are physically smaller. That is really the only difference between them.
In regards to the Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles part # RM-152-LED, there will be...
view full answer... - What Trailer Hitch Fits a 2021 Chevy Express Shuttle Bus on Cutaway Chassis
- The Buyers Products 2" Hitch Receiver, # 3371801102 is confirmed to fit the 2021 Chevrolet Express Van/GMC Savana Cutaway Chassis. This has a 2" receiver tube opening with class V rating. It has a maximum gross trailer weight of 12,000 lbs. and maximum tongue weight of 1,200 lbs. and comes with built-in safety chain loops.
For towing a trailer, a ball mount and wiring is needed as well. I have attached a helpful link to our selection of ball mounts and a help article on selecting the...
view full answer... - Comparing the Curt Trailer Hitches C12164 and C12091 for a 2017 Ford Fusion
- In regards to a 2017 Ford Fusion, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12164 is a fit for sport models and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12091 is a fit for non-sport models. They are both great bolt-on options that will work well for you. The frame brackets on the hitch are different since the frame configuration on the vehicle is different for the two models.
If you will be towing then you'll also need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118574 which is a plug and play...
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