Replacing 7-Way Trailer Connector with Smaller Connector to Tow a Trailer with Brakes
Question:
I have a 7 pin connector on my vehicle, but its large and takes up a lot of room on my tight hitch area. Can I use something more streamlined? I do need it for electric brakes, but not reverse. It looks like a 6 pin would work, but something flat or square would be better.
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
A 6-way round trailer connector, like # HM48420, once it's mounted isn't going to be much smaller than a 7-way. If you don't need any functions other than running, brake, and turn lights along with the brake circuit I suggest going with a 5-way flat connector like # HM47900.
To put a 5-way on both your tow vehicle and trailer you can use the kit # HM47890 that includes both connectors.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hopkins Endurance 5-Way Flat Trailer Wiring Kit - Vehicle and Trailer Ends - Ergonomic Design
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
- Hopkins
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Hopkins Endurance 5-Way Flat Trailer Connector - Vehicle End - Ergonomic Design
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
- Hopkins
more information >
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Hopkins Endurance 6-Way Trailer Connector Socket - Vehicle End - Ergonomic Design
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
- Plug Only
- 6 Round
- Hopkins
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