Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 1970 Ford F-250
Question:
Id like to use this hitch and want to make sure i order everything ill need to install, as well as wiring. Can you recommend which wiring system and if any mounts are needed?
asked by: Bryon
Expert Reply:
The B and W Trailer hitch part # BWHDRH25122 that you referenced is the correct hitch for your 1970 Ford F-250 with a standard bumper and comes with everything needed to install.
For trailer wiring you are going to need to start with a 4-way like part # 18252. If this is the style of connector you need you'd be done at this point. If you need a 7-way you'll need to go further than this.
Now if your trailer does not have brakes all you would need is the part # 37185 as an adapter to convert the 4-way to a 7-way.
If you do have trailer brakes you would need the # ETBC7 instead of the # 37185 and a brake controller. This kit comes with everything needed to wire up the 7-way and install a brake controller.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup.
Products Referenced in This Question
4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w/ 72" Harness, Circuit Tester and Wire Taps
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- 6 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole
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- Wiring Adapters
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- 4 Flat
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
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- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
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- LED Display
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
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- Class V
- 1600 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
- 16000 lbs WD GTW
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