What is the Difference Between 7-Way RV and Utility Trailer Connectors

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7 pin plug styles RV vs Utility it seems that RV style is the only one available in my area, ...but i think its by default. my vehicles seem to be wired for the RV style, as well. i dont tow RVs, only equipment, car, and utility trailers. am i overthinking it? is it somewhat standard, now, to just wire everything to the RV style?

asked by: Kevin

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The only difference between 7-Way Utility and 7-Way RV is the color of the wires. The pin outs are the exact same so either would work just fine with the other. If you check out the picture I attached you'll see that the functions are all the same.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Rocky

4/3/2024

Hi I purchased the traditional cord for my rv; however the blinkers aren’t working on the rv. The running lights and break lights are.

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Jameson C.

4/8/2024

@Rocky That is odd since the blinkers should be on same circuit as stop lights. Does your RV have separate amber turn signals by chance?

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Rocky

4/8/2024

@JamesonC yes there are Amber signals that run on the side of the RV

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