Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver, Trailer Wiring, and Brake Controller for 2002 Ford F-450 Chassis
Question:
I Have a 2002 Ford F450 with a 12foot stake body. I am going to install a hitch. My question is a recommended pairing of wire harness. Controller and wiring socket to run 12 feet to back of the truck. thank you
asked by: Mike
Helpful Expert Reply:
For the weight capacity and ease of installation, I recommend the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class V # 41947. This hitch is a confirmed fit for your vehicle.
For your wiring harness, I recommend the 4-Pole Hardwire Kit with Circuit Tester # 18252 which will splice into your current tail lights. Then you will need # 10-2-1 sold by the foot to reach the factory run wires along the rear frame rail along with the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install Trailer Connector Adapter - 4-Way Flat to 7-Blade # HM47200. I also recommend mounting bracket # PK12711U and # 18140.
Then you will use a brake controller like the Prodigy P3 # 90195 which is a favorite due to the LCD screen and preset functions and wiring harness # 3035-P. This connecter is plug and play.
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Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
- Wiring
- Wire
- Jacketed Wire
- 2 Wire
- 10 Gauge
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No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket - Short
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- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
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4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w/ 72" Harness, Circuit Tester and Wire Taps
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
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- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
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Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2"
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- 1600 lbs TW
- 15000 lbs GTW
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