Recommended Heavy Duty 7-Way Trailer Wiring That Will Last

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Is the quality of the Bargman insulation any better than the Hopkins as it ages

asked by: James R

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A standard Bargman 7-Way cable like the 11' part # HM20048 will have a similar quality as the Hopkins equivalent.

If you're wanting something a bit more durable then I recommend the Bargman 7-Way, RV-Style Connector w/ 6' Heavy Duty Insulated Cable # 54006-057. This wiring actually comes with a 1-year limited warranty which initially doesn't sound great but for the world of wiring it's pretty good.

Attached are some review videos for you to check out!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

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Answer 10

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