How To Convert Old Trailer To 7 Way Wiring.
Question:
The trailer is converted for kayaks. I am adding new LED brake lights and side marker lights. I would also like to add scene lights for early morning and night time to see better to set up the kayaks. I think converting to 7 pin so it matches my Ford and will also allow a constant power lead for the scene lights. What do you recommend? Do I need to add a battery to the trailer for the scene lighting? Rather not. Thanks
asked by: Ben
Expert Reply:
You can convert your trailer with the Hopkins 7-Way RV Style Connector with Molded Cable # H20046.
As far as lighting we also have the Optronics LED RV Exterior Scene Light that is submersible # UCL41CB. The Optronics LED Trailer Tail Light that is stop, turn, and tail. Also submersible # STL78RB. Then I would suggest the Clearance or Side Marker Trailer Light w/ Reflex Reflector # MC35AEB.
You could always add a battery for backup and to lessen the pull on your tow vehicle but I do not think it will be needed.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hopkins 7-Way RV Style Connector with Molded Cable - Trailer End - 8' Long - RV Standard
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
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- 6 - 10 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
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Clearance or Side Marker Trailer Light w/ Reflex Reflector - Rectangle - Amber Lens
- Trailer Lights
- Clearance Lights
- Rear Clearance
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- Rectangle
- Surface Mount
- Non-Submersible Lights
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Optronics LED Trailer Tail Light - Stop, Turn, Tail - Submersible - 10 Diode - Oval - Red Lens
- Trailer Lights
- Tail Lights
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- Surface Mount
- Submersible Lights
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Optronics LED RV Exterior Scene Light - Submersible - 1,200 Lumens - 12V/24V - Clear Lens
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Curt Trailer Connector Adapter - 4-Way to 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat
- Trailer Wiring
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