Recommended 7-Way Connector for a 1989 Chevy Suburban
Question:
Im towing a 3 horse trailer with my 1989 Chevy Suburban. I currently have a flat 4 pin trailer connector plug. I dont have a controller for trailer brakes and the trailer has a 7 pin plug. What electronic brake controller do I need to purchase as well as any accessories to control the trailer brakes with my towing vehicle. Thank you.
asked by: Julius G
Helpful Expert Reply:
I would be happy to help you set your 1989 Chevy Suburban up for towing your horse trailer. You need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires item # ETBC7. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your vehicle with an included bracket. This kit is designed for use on a vehicle with an existing 4-way flat trailer connector and plugs directly into it.
You will then connect the blue wire to the blue wire on the brake controller, connect the black wire to the positive post on the vehicle's battery, the white wire to ground, and the yellow wire to vehicle's reverse circuit if applicable. This will provide you with the ability to control your trailer's brakes and also provide you with a 12v power wire for you trailer's accessories. I have attached a video of this kit being installed on a 1993 Suburban.
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