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  • Parts Needed To Install a Trailer Brake Controller On a 2000 Chevrolet 3500HD Cab and Chassis
  • Yes, you can add a trailer brake controller to your 2000 Chevrolet 3500HD cab and chassis as it does not any pre-wiring from the factory. The Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 will provide you with the wiring needed to install a trailer brake controller. I was able to find a installation video of this with a Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 being installed on a 1997 Chevrolet Flat bed that will be similar to your cab and chassis. The T-One...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 1995 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup Behind Another Vehicle
  • To tow a vehicle behind a vehicle you can either use a tow dolly like # RM-2050-1 or install a flat towing setup using a tow bar and related components. These items include the tow bar, of course, plus safety cables, a lighting/wiring kit of some kind, and base plates and a braking system on the vehicle being towed. A high/low hitch adapter is sometimes required when an RV tows a vehicle but two pickups may not need one since their heights above the road are similar. You can refer to the...
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  • Three Wire to Two Wire Converter for Dump Truck
  • You will need the Roadmaster Brite-Lite Wiring Converter item # RM-732. The Brite-Lite converts a 3 wire electrical system on a towing vehicle to a 2-wire system on the towed vehicle.
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Trailer Brake Controller on a 1997 Chevy C/K 1500
  • A trailer brake controller will need to be hardwired on a 1997 Chevy C/K series truck. I do not have a video showing this vehicle specifically but since hardwire installations are so similar among vehicles I have included a link to a video showing how it will be installed. You will start by adding a 4-Way trailer wiring harness to the truck unless you already have one. Use # 118315 to add a 4-Way. Once installed, or using one already present on the truck if applicable, you will need to...
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  • DC Power Battery Charger for Maintaining Service Battery on Dump Trailer
  • For charging a dump trailer's on-board battery each of the vehicles towing it needs to have a fully-functioning 7-way trailer connector. The 7-way includes an auxiliary 12V power circuit that is carried on the pin at the 1:00 position as you view the socket (please see the linked photo). This circuit can deliver trickle-charge power to the trailer battery, but to keep it fully charged you will want to install a heavy-duty DC to DC charger like # 331-BCDC1240D that takes in that same 12V...
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  • Recommended Gooseneck Hitch for 1999 Chevy K3500 Crew Cab Dually
  • You're looking for the B&W # BWGNRK1000 which is a confirmed fit on the Crew Cab models of the 1999 Chevrolet K3500 with an 8 foot bed. B&W makes arguably the best towing products on the market and are well known for their high quality and durable towing solutions (check out all of the 5 star reviews). This hitch will install without any welding required and the 5/8" thick, spring-loaded steel locking pin goes all the way through the gooseneck ball to provide you with great security when...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Trailer Brake Controller on a 1999 Chevy C/K Series 2500
  • Some of the 1999 Chevy trucks do have the port in the junction box at the back of the floor on the drivers side so you can plug in a brake controller. The proper harness for use with the P2 brake controller # 90885 is # 3025-P. Others do not have the junction box. Take a look at the picture I included. If you have this junction box on the drivers side floor then you can plug in a brake controller. If your truck did not come with a factory 7-Way trailer connector AND you can plug in the...
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  • Can I Just Order 5th Wheel Installation Kit for 1998 Chevrolet Silverado Short Bed
  • Since you already have the Pro Series 5th Wheel Hitch, part # PS30128, you can just purchase the installation kit. For you 1998 Chevrolet Silverado short bed 4x4 truck, you will need to determine if you have a 10 bolt or 4 bolt rail system. For a 10 bolt system, you will need the Reese Universal 5th Wheel Installation Kit # RP30439. If you have a 4 bolt system, you will need the Reese 5th Wheel Installation Kit, part # RP30125. Please note, that with the short bed model, it is recommended...
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  • Items Needed To Install Brake Controller On A 1972 Chevrolet K10 Pickup
  • I am glad to help you add a brake controller to your 1972 Chevrolet K10 Pickup. In order add your brake controller we need to ensure that your truck is wired correctly. If you don't already have one, you will need 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector # 18252. The purpose of this item is to control and allow the basic hookup of the three lighting functions (running, turn, and brake lights) plus one pin is provided for a ground wire. Most standard light duty trailers will use a 4-pole flat connector....
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1996 Chevy C/K Series Pickup Truck Behind a Motor Home
  • I am glad you emailed us because there are some things that you need to be aware of. First, the Tow Ready tow bar, # 63180 is only rated for 5,000 pounds and your 1996 Chevy Silverado could easily exceed this capacity. The other problem with the tow bar is that it is only rated for a maximum speed of 45 miles per hour. We need to get you a proper set up. The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the truck owners manual to determine if it can be flat towed and if so what special...
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  • Replacement Race Fan For A 1985 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup
  • When it comes to installing The Derale 20 inch Rigid, Steel-Blade Race Fan - Belt Driven - 8,000 RPM # D17320 on your 1985 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup will work if the mounting hole space on your original fan is between 1-3/4 inches to 2-1/4 inches, and has a pilot hole of 5/8 inches. If yours measures out to be different please reach back out and I can try and find something that will work.
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  • Do You Need a Converter to Install a 4-way Harness on a 1985 Chevrolet K20
  • No, when installing the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM41115 on your 1985 Chevrolet K20 you do not need a converter. The Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM41115 plugs into your vehicle's wiring harness, which is located behind the rear bumper. Once installation is complete, the 4-way connector will be stowed beneath your vehicle, near the trailer hitch. I recommend picking up the No-Drill Mount # 18140 and the Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat # 18144 for storing...
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  • Parts Needed to Add Electric Drum Brakes to Trailer Axles
  • If the second 5K axle on your tandem trailer has brake mounting flanges in place then you can bolt on compatible electric drum brake assemblies of the appropriate size. Typically a 5K axle will have 12 x 2-inch brakes installed, like # AKEBRK-7L-SA (left) and # AKEBRK-7R-SA (right). Both use a 5-bolt mounting pattern. Wiring in the second pair of brakes is simple enough; either brake magnet wire can be used for ground or hot since they are non-polarized. On the trailer without brakes you'll...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Trailer Brake Controller In a 1995 Chevy K Series Z71 Pickup
  • The replacement brake controller cable # 20127 plugs into the back of a Tekonsha brake controller. The blunt cut wire ends get hardwired to a vehicle, so it would work with your 1995 Chevy K Series pickup truck. To install a brake controller you will need 3 items. First you will need a 4-Way trailer wiring harness unless the truck already has a 4-Way. You can use # 118315 to add a 4-Way. I have linked the installation instructions for you. Next you will need a 4 and 7 way installation...
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  • Parts Needed to Install Electric Trailer Brake Controller on 1994 Chevrolet Pickup
  • If the 4-way trailer connector you have on the back of your 1994 Chevrolet truck needs to be replaced use Curt # C55315. There will be a connector under the rear of the truck on the driver's side to install the harness. Once you have the 4-way connector you can use our # ETBC7 kit to install the 7-way and everything you'll need for the brake controller. The Curt TriFlex Brake Controller # C24VV will hardwire in using the adapter # C51515. I've linked a video showing the TriFlex installed...
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  • Parts Needed to Install Trailer Brake Controller on 1997 Chevy C/K Truck w/4-Way and 7-Way Adapter
  • For a 1997 Chevy C/K Series truck you will have to hardwire in a brake controller since that year did not come with the wiring or a port to plug in a controller. Since you already have a 4-Way and the adapter you will only need a few more things. You will need a brake controller installation kit like # 5506 (if it has 6 to 8 brakes). You will also need a 40 amp circuit breaker # PK54540 (for the 12 volt power to the 7-Way. If not needed you can tape up this wire and the circuit breaker...
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  • Aries Grille Guard For 1992 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup Truck
  • I am unable to provide the correct kit for you due to the fact that the mounting hardware is specific to the vehicle and the brush guard itself and we do not have that information from you. However, I have found an alternative that is a direct match to your truck that has a similar look and has all the hardware and mounting brackets included. The Aries Grille Guard - 1 Piece - Semi-Gloss Black Powder Coated Steel # AA4042 is tailor made to fit your truck that is sure to give it a fresh...
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  • Parts Needed To Transfer Tekonsha Prodigy P3 To Another Vehicle
  • All you need to transfer your Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller # 90195 to your 1994 Chevrolet C/K 1500 is the mounting bracket # TK5906, and the Replacement Brake Control Plug-In Harness for Tekonsha and Draw-Tite Brake Controller 12" Long # 20127. Additionally, If you're wanting to replace your old 7-way connector, you can use the 7-Way Pre-Wired Car Connector # 20023. Finally, if you need any additional wiring you can use # 5506.
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  • Brake Controller for a 1989 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup
  • I would be happy to help you find a brake controller for your 1989 C/K Series Pickup. I recommend the Curt TriFlex Trailer Brake Controller item # C24VV. This is a proportional brake controller that works with trailers having up to four axles. It works with electric and electric over hydraulic trailer brakes. The nine sensitivity settings let you adjust initial braking power and aggressiveness. You will also need the Universal Wiring Adapter for Curt Trailer Brake Controllers item # C51515...
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  • Recommended Trailer Brake Controller And Wiring Needed To Install On a 1996 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • The Pigtail Harness # 7894 will allow you to wire in your Draw-Tite Activator brake controller on your 1996 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. You will need a Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 to provide you with the wiring needed to power the brake controller as well as carry power for the 7-way charge line and the brake controller output wire. I have linked an installation video below that will help walk you through the install process. I recommend upgrading to...
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