Does Junction Box Need to Ground to Trailer Frame

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If I run a ground from each trailer light to the junction box do I need to run a ground wire from the junction box to the trailer? Or does ground come from the connector?

asked by: Michael S

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Yes you would want to run a ground from the junction box to the frame of the trailer so that all of the trailer wiring circuits are properly grounded when installing the junction box # PK52249.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If you will be running a ground jumper wire for each light on the trailer up to the junction box then you would need to also ground this bundle of wires from the junction box to the main trailer ground which is usually on or near the coupler. The…

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Answer 2

You will need to verify the power draw required for the particular circuit you are adding a circuit breaker. Then you be able to select either a 20-Amp #PK54-120, 30-Amp #PK54-130 or 40-Amp #PK54-140 circuit breaker to install in the Junction Box…

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Answer 3

It could be a tow package fuse on the vehicle. Use the owners manual to find the locations of fuses/relays related to the tow package wiring to check them and replace as needed. If the issue is not a fuse or relay then you can test the vehicle side…

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Answer 4

Since the trailer was off of the ground it would not take much voltage to stop the wheels from spinning so they may be getting power but they may not be getting enough power due to a short or wiring issue. But 9 times out of 10 weak trailer brakes…

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Answer 5

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 6

By "mobile home type bolt pattern" I believe you are talking about a 5 spoke utility bolt pattern such as what is on the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles #8-174-5UC3. To measure your axle from hub face to…

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Answer 7

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 8

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Answer 9

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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Answer 10

From our experiences the Harbor Freight trailers like yours have a hub bore that requires a cap or Bearing Buddy that measures 2.047 inches like the #BB2047 you referenced. We don't have a standard cap that fits this size so the Bearing Buddy is…

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Answer 11

There is a suggested and common method for 6 function trailer wiring. You will have the following functions: Right Turn, Left Turn, Ground, Tail/marker, Brake, Battery. I have included a help article on trailer wiring that includes a diagram and…

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Answer 12

A 4-way trailer connector will have four functions which means it will also have four wires for the exception of wishbone harnesses. These four functions are ground, tail light, right turn, and left turn. The ground function will usually be…

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