Trailer Wiring Recommendation for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Question:
I have a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, w/o factory Towing. There appear to be three wiring harnesses that will work: Curt 55451 Tekonsha 118394 and Hopkins HM42545 The Hopkins Wiring has a hot lead to power the converter whereas the other two simply have a converter, not powered. Curt and Tekonsha would be simpler but Hopkins seems to be safer. Can you explain the benefit of one type over the other? Thanks
asked by: John B
Helpful Expert Reply:
Basically you have it figured out pretty well already.
The Curt and Tekonsha are going to be quite a bit easier to install since you don't have to route a power wire, but the Hopkins overall will be the safer and more reliable option since it has that circuit protection. If it were me and I planned on towing on a regular basis at all I would go with the part # HM42545.
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Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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