Parts Needed to Wire Trailer with Brakes for 7 Way Plug
Question:
I am trying to wire my new home made 2 axle trailer What are the wiring kits fir it
asked by: Tarikdesign
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you, but there is not a complete kit designed for this so you'll need to piece everything together.
For a trailer with brakes you'll need a 7 way trailer plug, so I recommend starting with the Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector # HS381-9000; this will give you the 7 way wiring directly into a junction box that'll allow you to have a nice, clean installation. You can also use the Deka Wire - Jacketed 7-Wire - per Foot # DW04914-1 (sold by the foot) to run the main wires down to the brakes and lights and then branch off. For the branches you'll need some butt connectors # DW05745-10 and either 10 gauge # 10-1-1 or 12 gauge # 12-1-1 wiring (sold by the foot).
I've linked some of our wiring help articles to this as well, in case you would like to use them as a guide.
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Deka Heat Shrink Butt Connector - 12-10 Gauge - Nylon Insulation - Yellow - Qty 10
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