7-Way Tester for Testing Trailer Side 7-Way

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Im looking for a 7 blade trailer plug trailer side tester.. is there such a tester? I can find the vehicle side tester but not trailer side tester.

asked by: Ken T

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Expert Reply:

We have the Tekonsha 7-way tester part # 8010 that can test a trailer's wiring as well as Hopkins Tow Doctor Trailer End Test Unit # HM50928. Due to the nature of testing the trailer side of the wiring these kits cost a bit more than the testers for the vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I went to the warehouse and checked out the Replacement Drill Attachment for Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly, part #TVDA for you. The adapter will work best with 1/2 inch 18V drills. This adapter will work with #TVXL2 and #TVXL25 and also the…

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Answer 2

The shape of the Replacement Drill Attachment #TVDA is an asymmetrical design that wouldn't be able to fit on another brand jack. If you check out the picture I attached you can see that it's design you wouldn't be able to adapt to a…

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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

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Answer 5

Hello Steve. I do have a good solution for you, but I cannot recommend using the Malone Adapter #MPG544. Since it is rated for towing only 4,000 lbs, your 8,000 lb towed vehicle would be double the max towing capacity. You are right about there being…

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Answer 6

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 7

It could be a tow package fuse on the vehicle. Use the owners manual to find the locations of fuses/relays related to the tow package wiring to check them and replace as needed. If the issue is not a fuse or relay then you can test the vehicle side…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

Either way is correct. It depends on if you want to keep the semi-style 7-Way (if you need to tow that type of trailer) or if you will never be towing a semi-trailer. If you need to keep the 7-Way semi active on the truck, then you would need to make…

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Answer 11

When wiring a trailer connector, it is best to wire by function, as wire colors can vary. We have an excellent wiring diagram on our website, I will provide you a link so you can look at it. If you are looking at the inside of the trailer connector…

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Answer 12

The air bag kit I recommend going with to fit the Adaptive Ride Control on your 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited is the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F2609. Even though there are a limited amount of air bags that fit your vehicle, the Firestone…

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