Parts to Add Trailer Hitch, 4-Flat and Tow Bar Wiring to 2015 Jeep Wrangler
Question:
Would like to install the# HM56200 to wire the jeep for towing behind a motorhome. Would also like to install a hitch and wire it for towing behind the jeep when desired. Is there a kit that does this all. If not can I use this kit C55124 in conjunction with the other kit? Thanks
asked by: Joe C
Expert Reply:
There is a way to add a trailer hitch, 4-way and tow bar wiring to your 2015 Jeep Wrangler but you will want to use something other than the Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # HM56200. The reason for this is the Hopkins kit requires the same plug-in connection points as adding a 4-way so they are not going to be compatible.
What I recommend instead is using the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will splice into your Jeep's wiring or bypassing wiring altogether and going with the Roadmaster Magnetic Tow Lights # RM-2120 which, after you choose the appropriate adapter, simply plugs into your RV's 4-flat or 7-way. I have added links to video reviews of both kits for you to check out which should help you decide.
As for wiring to add a 4-flat to your '15 Wrangler without the Factory Tow Package I highly recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118416 which installs the same way as the other connector you referenced but we have found these to be far more reliable. I've added a link showing how this installs for you to take a look at.
For a hitch I highly recommend the Draw-Tite # DT78MR because of Draw-Tite's long history or making high-quality and reliable trailer hitches as well as the fact that it is a bolt-on install that does not require any drilling into your Jeep's frame to install. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 675 lb tongue weight capacity and 4,500 lb towing capacity.
Please keep in mind in regards to flat towing you will also need compatible base plates, a tow bar, a supplemental braking system and likely a high-low adapter; if you would like recommendations on any or all of these please let me know.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 4500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 675 lbs WD TW
- No Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
- Custom
- Tail Light Mount
- Hopkins
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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