Trailer Hitch & Brake Controller for 2005 Ford F-150 w/ 4-Way & No Factory Hitch for Heavy Trailer
Question:
I just picked up a 05 F150 Crewcab 4x4. It only has a 4 pin connector with no receiver hitch. One of my trailers has a 7 pin connector with brakes 7k weight capacity. What receiver and wiring harness and brake controller would you recommend. Want to make sure i get the correct parts. Thank you
asked by: Scott E
Expert Reply:
We can get your 2005 Ford F-150 with a 4-way set up with a trailer hitch receiver and brake controller so you can tow your trailer. Since your truck does not have a factory hitch, and you need to tow a heavy 7,000 lb trailer, the hitch that will fit and has the needed capacity is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C14357.
This is a Class IV hitch with a 10,000 lb towing capacity, which is the most available for your F-150. As for the brake controller, since you already have a 4-way, in order to install the controller you will need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7.
This has the needed wiring, hardware, and 7-way so you can install a brake controller. As for the controller and wiring harness go with the Curt Venturer NEXT # C74VV and Wiring Adapter # C51322.
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Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
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Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1-3 Axles - Time Delayed
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- Time Delayed Controller
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- Automatic Leveling
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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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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
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- Class IV
- 1000 lbs TW
- 10000 lbs GTW
- 12000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1200 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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