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  • What Is Needed To Install A Trailer Brake Controller On A 2007 Dodge Ram Pickup With 4-Flat
  • To install the trailer brake controller onto your 2007 Dodge Ram Pickup you will need to install a 7 way trailer connector # ETBC7 to your 2007 Dodge Ram Pickup. This pre-wired 7-and 4-way trailer connector plugs into the existing 4-way connector on your vehicle. After you connect it to your 4 flat connector there will be 4 different wires there functions are below: Black - connects to the battery Blue - connects to the output wire on the brake controller White - connect to the vehicle's...
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  • How to Wire 3-Function Reverse/Turn/Stop Light in Vehicle with Combined Stop/Turn Wiring
  • In order to install your 3-function lights on your 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 that has combined stop/turn wiring you will need a vehicle-to-vehicle taillight converter, part # 118158 from Tow Ready. This converter separates the combined stop/turn functions into separate signals that run on separate wires. This converter will work only on incandescent lights, but not with LEDs. Your vehicle running/tail light wire will bypass the converter and go directly to the wire on your lights that operates...
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  • Replacement Hardware For The Westin Platinum Series Oval Nerf Bars # 24-54085
  • When it comes to installing The Westin Platinum Series Oval Nerf Bars # 24-54085 on your 2008 Dodge Ram Pickup it comes with the installation hardware. If you need replacement hardware The Replacement Installation Hardware for Westin Platinum Series # 24-5408PK is the correct hardware needed. The nerf bars are made out of a black powder coated steel that is long-lasting and rust resistance. The bars have a quick and easy bolt-on installation with included hardware.
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  • Transmission Cooler For A 2010 Dodge Ram Pickup
  • The Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler # D13503 will work for your 2010 Dodge Ram Pickup. This cooler has a furnace-brazed aluminum construction and has 3/4 inch wide turbulator plate that provide a more efficient cooling. It will prolong the life of your transmission and is specifically designed for the Dodge Ram Pickups with late-model, electronic overdrive transmissions. I attached a review video link below.
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  • How To Measure Tongue Weight On My Car Trailer
  • When It comes to using a weight distribution while towing a trailer using The Hitch Box Extension and Reducer for Titan 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches, 24 inch - 34 inch Long # RP45292 I would recommend The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 8,000 pounds GTW, 800 pounds TW # FA92-00-0800. The tongue weight is generally a little over 10% of the gross towing weight which would put your trailers tongue weight around 600 pounds. When using a weight distribution system...
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  • Which TorkLift Trailer Tie Downs for 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually w/ Factory Side Steps
  • The exact tie down you need will depend on which hitch you have. If you have a factory hitch, you'd use the following: # TLD4100 for the front tie-down # TLD3101 for the rear No drilling required for front and rear tie down. If you have an aftermarket hitch NOT manufactured by TorkLift, use the following: # TLD4100 for the front # TLR3500 for the rear Drilling is required for the rear tie down. If you have a TorkLift SuperHitch, you'll need the following: # TLD4100 for the front #...
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  • Wiring Harness to Connect Hayes Syncronizer Brake Controller # HA81725 to 2005 Dodge Ram 1500
  • The existing wiring harness you have used to connect your Hayes Syncronizer Trailer Brake Controller # HA81725 to your 2007 Dodge Dakota will also work to install this unit in your 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The harness is part # HA81782-HBC and it plugs in between the hardwired connector at the back of the controller and the connection port under the dash on your Ram 1500. The Hayes Syncronizer brake controller # HA81725 is a time-delayed type as opposed to a proportional type brake controller....
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  • Offset Gooseneck Ball for B&W Hitch in 2008 Dodge Ram 2500
  • The B&W gooseneck hitch that fits your 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 is kit # BWGNRK1313 and this hitch takes a ball with a square shank. For a 4-inch offset ball for use in this hitch you can use part # BWGNXA4085. This features a 2-5/16-inch ball, 5K vertical load and 20K towing capacities and it will give you 4-inches of additional clearance between the truck cab and trailer.
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  • Installation Brackets for 5th Wheel Hitch to Be Installed in 2007 Dodge Ram 1500
  • Any brand of industry-standard 5th wheel hitch will fit into any brand of industry-standard base rails, but the frame brackets that secure the rails to the truck frame should not be mixed with base rails from another maker since there can be compatibility issues. So in other words, you will want to use brackets from the same maker as your base rails (again, the hitch brand does not matter here). The linked page shows you all 5th wheel hitch fits for your 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 6-foot-bed...
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  • 5th Wheel Base Rails And Hardware For Husky/Valley 7054 On A 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 6.6ft Bed
  • The Husky/Valley 7054 uses the industry standard rails, so the Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP30035-023 will be what you will need.
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  • Gooseneck Hitch For A 2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4X4 8 Foot Bed With Air Bags
  • Yes, The Curt EZr Double Lock Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # C60682 will work with your 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 with air bags. The gooseneck hitch has an easy, one-person installation with included custom mounting kit. The hitch has a carbide black powder coated steel which is durable and corrosion resistant. The hitch has a gross towing weight up to 30,000 pounds and has a tongue weight up to 7,500 pounds. I would recommend checking your vehicle's manual to find the proper towing capacity...
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  • Replacement Velcro Strip For TruXedo Tonneau Cover That Is 8 Feet Long By 1-51/6 Inches Wide
  • We do have an option for you, however, we do not have a 1-5/16 wide by 8' long velcro replacement for your TruXedo tonneau cover What we do have is the Replacement Velcro Shur-Bond Fastener for TruXedo Deuce Tonneau Covers # TX1117785. This measures 1-1/4" wide by 8' long, which is 1/16" smaller than the 1-5/16" wide velcro you need. This option will still work for you because 1/16 of an inch is not significant enough to impact any fitment.
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  • Is an Offset Adapter Needed to Tow a 5th Wheel with a Gooseneck Hitch on a 2011 Ram 2500 Short Bed
  • You will need to do some measuring to determine if you will need an adapter with offset or not, or if you will even be able to tow a 5th wheel trailer with your gooseneck hitch. Here is how to determine if an offset would be required. First, measure from the center of the hitch in the bed of the truck, and add any amount of extension from the front of the trailer to the center of the king pin on your fifth-wheel trailer. If the king pin is recessed under the front of the trailer subtract...
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  • Wiring Needed to Install the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty # RED24FR on a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500
  • Before you install the Redarc Liberty # RED24FR on your 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, you need to have both a 4-way harness and a 7-way harness installed on the truck already. If you need those components, I recommend the 4-pole Hardware Kit # 18252 for the 4-way and the Universal Installation Kit for Brake Controllers # ETBC7 for the 7-way. Both of these harnesses are splice-in style harnesses that you can install into your current wiring. If you are asking specifically about a plug-in connector...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Reese 16K Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 with 6ft Bed
  • The additional parts that you will need will depend on what parts you plan on reusing. It is common to reuse the base rails, however Reese does not recommend reusing the frame brackets or hardware. After years of use, the bolts and frame brackets will wear and flex. Using new hardware will ensure a secure connection. For your 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab, Reese offers custom and semi-custom frame brackets, so you have a few different options. If you would like to reuse your base rails,...
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  • Parts Needed to Have Functional 7-Way on 2006 Dodge Ram That Bypasses TIPM
  • If you want a 7-way that is independent of the truck's TIPM you can use hardwired 4-pole kit # 119178KIT and wiring kit # 5506 if you have a 7-way socket on the truck. If you do not have a 7-way socket you can use the same 4-pole kit along with # ETBC7 which includes a 7-way socket. Either way you will have a 7-way that is not run through the TIPM. The linked articles will show you how to complete these installations so that you have all functions active on the 7-way, including lighting,...
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  • Semi-Custom 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Brackets for a 2010 Dodge Ram
  • The brackets you are looking for are # C16301. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. These brackets are designed to fit 2003-2012 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 series trucks.
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  • Tow Bar Base Plates and Accessories to Flat Tow 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab
  • According to an online copy of the owner's manual I looked over, your 2006 Ram 1500 4x4 is capable of being flat towed, but I'd urge you to look over the 'recreational towing' section of the owner's manual and confirm this for yourself. There are very specific steps that need to be taken to prepare the vehicle for towing, so follow the recommendations to the letter to avoid damaging your vehicle. To flat tow a vehicle, you will need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, wiring for lighting...
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  • Custom 5th Wheel Hitch Installation Kit for 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab with 6-Foot Bed
  • For your 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab with 6-foot bed I recommend a custom-fit 5th wheel installation kit that will reduce your install time. The lowest-price option currently is the Curt # C16420-204 which includes the base rails, custom under-bed brackets and hardware. You can refer to the linked video for a complete illustration of the installation process. If you need a 5th wheel wiring harness for the truck bed you can use part # C56001 Since your truck is a short bed, slider type...
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  • Best Andersen Gooseneck to Fifth Wheel Adapter for Flatbed Dodge Ram 3500
  • It sounds like you're looking for an Andersen Ultimate adapter from a gooseneck ball on your flatbed Dodge Ram 3500. The Rapid Hitch # AM3139 will work for you. This has a maximum capacity of 24,000 pounds with an 8 inch offset. It installs onto your trailer's kingpin converting it to a gooseneck coupler. I've attached a video of the adapter for you.
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