How To Re-Wire A 16 Foot Gooseneck Trailer From Scratch
Question:
I am working on rewiring my 16’ gooseneck cattle trailer. I need brakes, lights, and all the wiring. Can you help put together all I need. Would like to start from scratch Thanks
asked by: Jon K
Expert Reply:
To wire your trailer from scratch you should first start by, sketching a diagram of your wiring. That way if down the road there is some issues with your wiring, you're going to know exactly where to look. You're going to need to add a 4 flat # 002220, and a 7 way connector # ETBC7.
Next, you'll need to add rear lights # M880-7 if you do not have any currently.
Finally, for brakes, you'll need to first determine what the axle capacity is first. You can determine this by checking the axle tag located on the center of the beam. From here you can determine which brakes you need based off the axle capacity. For instance, if your trailer axle capacity is 2,000-lbs you can use the Electric Trailer Brake Kit # AKEBRK-2, with the hub and drum assembly # AKHD-545-2-EZ-1K.
I have attached our trailer brake selection you can choose from when your axle capacity is determined.
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Wesbar 4-Way Flat Trailer Wiring Harness - 20' Long
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 11 - 20 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - 7" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Brakes
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- Standard Grade
- Manual Adjust
- 7 x 1-1/4 Inch Drum
- 2000 lbs Axle
- 10 Inch Wheel
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- 13 Inch Wheel
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Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 2K Axles - 7" - 5 on 4-1/2 - L44643 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Easy Grease
- EZ Lube
- Pre-Greased
- L44643
- L44643
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 10 Inch Wheel
- 12 Inch Wheel
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Peterson LumenX LED Trailer Tail Light - Stop, Turn, Tail, Backup - 7 Diodes - Oval - Red/Clear Lens
- Trailer Lights
- Tail Lights
- Stop/Turn/Tail/Backup
- Oval
- Recessed Mount
- Non-Submersible Lights
- LED Light
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- Red
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
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