Adapter for 4-Way Trailer Connector to Connect to Trailer with 7-Way

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I have a Dodge Ram with a 4 wire trailer plug on the rear and would like to know if there is an adapter that I can plug into the 4 wire so that I can connect a 7 wire flat trailer connector to temporarily? I know the electronic brakes would not work but, at least the trailer lights would work for short travel distances and moving trailer around when needed.

asked by: Mike D

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All you would need is the part # 37185. You would plug your 4-way into the 4-way of this adapter and you would be good to go.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I am sorry you did not receive instructions for wiring your trailer connector. With the 4-way to 7-way connector you connect the 4-way connector on the vehicle to the back of the adapter. This connection will supply stop, turn and taillights to your…

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Answer 2

Your 2006 Ford Explorer came with a factory-installed 7-way that uses a round U.S. Car Connector plug at its rear to connect to the vehicle's wiring. We do offer a replacement connector, #HM40975 from Hopkins. Both of these replacement connectors…

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Answer 3

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 6

Hey Antoine, so the two kits you mentioned are actually really similar and honestly I would go with the part #ETBC7 if I were you. The #ETBC7L is basically the same thing minus a couple wires and breakers so you may as well get the kit that has…

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Answer 7

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 8

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 9

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 12

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Adapter for 4-Way Trailer Connector to Connect to Trailer with 7-Way

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