Installing Truck Bed Trailer Connector on 2008 Dodge Ram Truck

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2008 ram 1500 with 7way in bumber from factory want to add one in bed for fifthwheel but still want to use on e on bumber what do i need

asked by: Jimmy D

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Actually, the # HM42137 that you looked at is exactly what you need. This harness will plug inline at the connection where the 7-way on your back bumper plugs into the truck's tow package harness, right behind the connector itself as shown in the video I've linked for you. Once installed, both the trailer connector in the bed and the one on the bumper will be operational. It's a very simple install that'll take less than an hour.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Yes, the Pollak Black Plastic 7-Pole RV Blade-Style Trailer Socket - Vehicle End, #PK12-707E, will work to replace the Pollak wiring socket that is broken. The insert will allow you to simply disconnect the wires and reconnect them inside the outer…

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Answer 2

For a 7-way to install in the bed of your truck up near the front you'd want the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug #41157 which is as confirmed fit and would work well. We had the chance to…

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Answer 3

Yes, the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails #C16200 are the correct rails for your 2002 Dodge Ram 3500. These rails are the industry standard rails that will fit your RBW 5th wheel hitch that is designed to fit the industry standard rails. I do…

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Answer 4

For your 2001 Ford F-250 Super Duty you will need the Ford OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness, #118243. This harness plugs directly into the standard OEM connector shown in your picture and fuses and relays are included. I have attached an installation…

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Answer 5

I attached two pictures that shows what the harness on your 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 will look that you'll plug the #C57300 into. The first picture shows the connector without the cap on it, and the second shows it with the cap removed.

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Answer 6

The Pack'Em Rack for Open Utility Trailers part #PK-6-OP1 does not come with any of the added accessories shown on the product page (i.e. cooler, leaf blower, lawn trimmer). The accessories are included in the photo to give customers a better…

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Answer 7

There is a fifth-wheel and gooseneck wiring harness for your 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup. You will want a Hopkins fifth-wheel and gooseneck wiring harness, part #HM42137, for your Ram. I have attached an installation video for this product on a very…

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Answer 8

To connect back up lights you need to have a 7-way trailer connector on both your trailer and tow vehicle. On a 7-way the reverse lights are powered by the center pin. To connect reverse lights to the trailer's 7-way you can use 16 gauge wire…

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Answer 9

We do have a solution for you, however, you will not be able to power reverse lights on a trailer with a 4-pin trailer connector. The reverse lights on a trailer must receive power from the reverse lights on the tow vehicle. To do this, you will want…

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Answer 10

To determine the correct wiring for your trailer you will need to use a circuit tester, item #PTW2993, and attach the wires from the connector by function only. The light wires should be as follows, red is the stop turn wire and the black is the…

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Answer 11

You can wire a license plate light like part #LPL55CB without running wiring up to the front of the trailer. You simply attach the white wire with the ring terminal to a clean, bare metal surface like the trailer frame, and then attach the black wire…

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Answer 12

The reverse light pin on a traditional 7-way trailer connector, like part #PK11893 or a factory connector if that's what you have on your 2018 Ram, is the center pin. Take a look at the picture I attached that shows all the pin functions. To add…

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