Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver, 7-Way Trailer Connector, and Brake Controller on 2017 Tacoma
Question:
I just purchased a 2017 Tacoma Limited, without the factory tow package. I want to install a hitch, 7 pin wiring, and a brake controller. I found, under the dash, the brake controller plug in the factory wiring loom. So, it seems that the standard factory wiring harness includes the trailer wiring. However, I cant find where those wires go to at the rear to connect to a 7 pin connector. Can you help?
asked by: Geoff H
Expert Reply:
Sounds like you're trying to build your own tow package on your new 2017 Toyota Tacoma. We can certainly help you with that.
We'll begin with the hitch receiver. I suggest the Curt # C13264. It's a Class III, 2 inch hitch with a gross trailer weight of 6,000 pounds and maximum tongue weight of 900 pounds. Higher than a lot of Class III hitches. It's a fairly straight forward installation because it bolts right to your truck's frame.
For a wiring harness to get power to your trailer you'll first need a 4-way trailer connector. The Curt # C56349 will provide this. It plugs into your truck's wiring behind both tail lights. There's no cutting or splicing into the wiring. The harness features a powered converter to protect your truck's wiring.
Once you have the 4-way use our # ETBC7 kit to convert it to a 7-way trailer connector. The kit also includes all the wiring needed to power your trailer's brakes from the brake controller. After this is installed, you'll have both a 4-way and 7-way on the back of your truck.
The most reliable and easiest to use brake controller we carry is the Prodigy P3 # 90195. It has an easy-to-read LCD that sets it apart. Since you've already found the connector under your dashboard part # 3031-P is the harness that will connect the P3 to your Tacoma.
Finally, an adjustable ball mount will finish the package. The B&W Tow & Stow # BWTS10038B is my personal favorite. It includes two hitch balls and provides up to a 5-inch drop or 5-1/2 inch rise. The real benefit of the Tow & Stow is that it can be stored under the hitch out of the way when you're not using it by just flipping it under the shank. Also, if you'd like to secure it to your hitch receiver you can use the locking hitch pin # BX8858.
I've including links showing the installation of the hitch, 4-way harness, and P3 using the # ETBC7 for you to take a look at. As well as some articles that may be helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 5" Drop, 5-1/2" Rise - 7.5K - Black
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 5 Inch
- Rise - 5 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- B and W
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Blue Ox Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-3/4 Inch Span
- Blue Ox
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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