Where Does Blue Wire of 4-Way to 5-Way Adapter Need to Run

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If I connect this items blur wire to backup lights would it realease my boat trailer were I can back it up without any additional wiring.I have a regular 4 flat installed now but boat trailer is 5 flat

asked by: Fernando C

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Yes, if you connect the blue wire of the Curt trailer wiring 4-way to 5-way part # C57187 to the reverse lights of your tow vehicle it will activate the reverse lockout solenoid of your trailer wiring and will allow it to be reversed without applying the brakes.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The most common connectors on boat trailers are the 4-way and 5-way flat connectors. The 5-way flat connector is easy to identify as it looks just like the 4-way connector but will have one extra pin. If your trailer has a 5-Way flat connector you…

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Answer 2

Based on your description it sounds like your 2003 Boatmate trailer has hydraulic drum brakes with an electric lockout on the surge brake actuator. If you had electric brakes the trailer connector would likely be a 7-way, and a 5-way flat would not…

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You will still be able to use the trailer with the 4-Way after installing the 4 to 5-Way adapter, #20036. First, you could just remove the adapter if you wanted to and then plug in the 4-Way like normal while stowing the adapter in the truck. The…

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Yes, a 4-way can plug into a 5-way and the 4-way functions will all be fully functional. The reverse light circuit would be the only thing that wouldn't work since it's not connected.

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There is not a plug-in adapter; you'll need to splice into the reverse light wire on your Ford Super Duty. The correct part for that is the following: - Tow Ready 4 Pole to 5 Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter #20036

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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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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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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the '90s.…

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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