Brake Controller and 7-Way Recommendation and Installation on 2013 Jeep Wrangler

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what 7 pin connector and brake controller do i need for a 2013 jeep jk? it now has a 4 pin connector for my boat trailer which i want to keep or change out if a new one comes with it. The jeep did not have a factory tow package. i believe it was added with the tow hitch but is old

asked by: Duke B

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You'd want to begin with a functional 4-pole trailer connector which will access the taillight circuits for you. If the one on your Jeep no longer functions, or it it's old enough that you don't have much confidence in it, I'd recommend replacing it using part # 118416.

For a brake controller, I'd recommend a proportional type brake controller. A proportional controller has internal sensors that can determine how quickly the tow vehicle is braking. It will then send the appropriate amount of voltage to the trailer brakes so that the tow vehicle and trailer brake at the same rate for safe, effective and predictable braking.

The Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160 would be a good but reasonably-priced option. You'll also need our brake controller installation kit, part # ETBC7. The install kit includes the adapter to convert the existing 4 pole trailer connector to a 7-way as well as all the wire, circuit breakers and hardware needed to complete the installation.

I'll link to videos that show how the # 118416 trailer wiring harness installs, and a video showing a typical brake controller install on a 2013 Wrangler Unlimited. I'll also link to a video that explains how the Primus brake controller works.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

If the connector your Mopar 4-way connector looks like what is in the picture I attached then you could simply replace it with the part #HM42190. Otherwise you would need to use the part #37185 to adapt your 4-way to a 7-way.

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Answer 2

When you are trying to get the top towing weight out of your 2016 Honda Pilot, you are wise in looking into a weight distribution system. The way you choose a weight distribution system is based mostly on the total tongue weight. The total tongue…

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Answer 3

Most likely the part #EQ37060ET that you referenced would be exactly what you would need. As long as your tongue weight is under 600 lbs this system would work great for you. Typically tongue weight is 10-15 percent of the total weight of a trailer…

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Answer 4

There are a few different trailer wiring harness options for a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector part #HM42190 is only for models with the factory tow package. If you don't have the factory…

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Answer 5

Since you already have a 4-way connector on your 2018 Toyota Highlander you need to use one of our adapter kits to convert it to a 7-way. If the trailer doesn't have brakes you only need to power its lights and the battery so you can use part…

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Answer 6

We have a kit specifically designed for converting a 4-way like what you have installed on your 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited to a 7-way and comes with everything needed to install the brake controller with the part #ETBC7. This would be the kit I…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Answer 10

To tow your trailer that uses an RV style 7-way blade style connector with your semi that has a 7-pin connector, you need to construct an adapter that will also combine the brake signal into the right and left directional signal pins. This can be…

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Answer 11

To see all of the correct wheel and tire combos you'd need check out the link I attached. The option I would recommend is the part #TA43RR which is a Load Range C tire size ST175/80R13 mounted on a white spoke wheel with a bolt pattern of 5 on…

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Answer 12

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

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