Complete Towing Setup for 2010 Chrysler T&C Touring Van

Question:

Need to outfit our van to begin towing a small travel trailer hopefully an R-Pod 171. We need everything - hitch, wiring, brake controller, etc. I talked to the r-pod dealer, it takes a 7 prong connector and has electric brakes. Here is the list I have come up with: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class III # 13364 Curt Tri Flex Trailer Brake Controller # C24VV Universal Wiring Adaptor for Curt Trailer Brake Controllers # C51515 Universal Install Kit # ETBC7 T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4pole Flat Connector # 118552 Adapter 4 pole to 7 pole Vehicle End Trailer Connector # 30717 Mounting Bracket for 7-Way # 18138 Please advise if these would be correct, if anything is not needed or if there is something I am missing. Thank you!

asked by: Debbie M

Helpful Expert Reply:

There are plenty of great solutions for towing your travel trailer with your 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. Your list looks good for the most part. Here's my breakdown for what you need:

Trailer Hitch - The Curt # 13364 is a good choice for a class 3 hitch. It is confirmed to fit your vehicle and can tow up to 4,000 lbs.

Brake Controller - The Curt Tri-Flex # C24VV with the Universal Adapter # C51515 is a good choice for a proportional brake controller. This will allow you to apply variable power to your trailer brakes so you can safely bring your vehicle and trailer to a stop.

7-Way Connector - Our Universal Install Kit # ETBC7 will add a 7-way connector to your vehicle from an existing 4-way connector. It will also provide power and output signal for your brake controller.

4-Way Connector - The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118552 will add a 4-way flat connector to your vehicle and connects to your vehicle's wiring harness. This is typically accessible behind the tail lights.

You actually don't need the last two items on your list. The # ETBC7 will give you a 7-way connector from your 4-way. It does already come with a mounting bracket for your 7-way connector, but you could get the No-Drill Mounting Bracket # 18136 to make mounting your 7-way connector a bit easier.

Check out the videos linked below for more information and installation details on each of these products.