Why Won't 7-Way Connector on Trailer Fit Factory 7-Way on My New Silverado
Question:
Need help. Had this installed on my trailer but it's not plugging into the truck's 7-Way. Like it doesn't fit. Confused. What am I doing wrong? 2022 Silverado 2500. Thx.
asked by: Steve
Expert Reply:
This is an interesting (extremely frustrating) issue we've recently discovered with a lot of the new GM trucks, specific to the Bargman 7-Ways like the part # 54006-057 you mentioned having. I can at least assure you that you're not doing anything wrong.
The problem is with the molded "fins" present on the factory 7-Way for these new models, which prevents the Bargman 7-Way from properly seating into the connector. There isn't really a fix for this beyond either replacing the factory 7-Way on the truck or getting a different connector for the trailer, unfortunately.
Since you just installed the trailer side, the simplest solution is probably to just replace the truck's 7-Way with the Hopkins # HM40975. This will be an easy, plug-and-play installation. If you wanted to replace the trailer side instead, the Pollak # PK12706 will be the best option and is actually what GM suggests because Pollak is who manufacturers the factory 7-Way on their trucks.
I've attached a couple install videos that you can check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket w/ Mounting Bracket - Vehicle End
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Pollak Black Plastic, 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector - Trailer End
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- Plug Only
- 7 Round - Blade
- Pollak
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Bargman 7-Way, RV-Style Connector w/ 6' Heavy Duty Insulated Cable - Trailer End
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 6 - 10 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 7 Round - Blade
- Bargman
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