Converting a 6-Way Rectangle Plug on a Monaco Diplomat to a 4-Way Flat for a Boat Trailer
Question:
Hi, I am trying to hook my boat trailer with 4 pole flat to my 2000 Monaco Diplomat motorhome with a 6 pole rectangular plug. I cant find an adapter that goes from 6 rectangular to 4 flat. Hoping you can help. Thanks
asked by: John W
Helpful Expert Reply:
The 6-Way square trailer connector is not used by a lot of trailer manufacturers. A lot of Jayco trailers may have them but mostly you come across the 4-Way flat, like what you have on your trailer, and the 7-Way blade for RV applications.
What I recommend is to convert the 6-Pole on the Monaco to a 4-Way. You can do this very easily by removing the 6-Way plug, and then testing the wires for function using a circuit tester like # PTW2992 if needed before installing them in a new 4-Way, # HM48030. The 4-Way vehicle end functions will be oriented in the 4-Way as follows:
Exposed pin = ground (white wire on harness)
Next pin = running lights (brown wire on harness)
Third pin = left turn and brake lights (yellow wire on harness)
Last pin = right turn and brake lights (green wire on harness)
The other wires can be taped up and stowed out of the way.
Since so many more applications use the 4-Way flat, this will be the ideal option. But, if you do not want to remove the 6-Way on the RV, you can make your own adapter. You will start with the 6-Pole Square Trailer Wiring Connector Kit, # 37995. Plug the trailer end into the connector on your RV, then use a circuit tester like # 3808 if needed to test each wire.
Next, use the vehicle end in the Quick Fix(TM), # 48195, and insert the wires as described above. The other wires you can tape up because they will not be used by the 4-Way. Once you have made all of the connections you will have made your own adapter.
Products Referenced in This Question
6-Pole Square Trailer Wiring Connector Kit (Car and Trailer Ends)
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- 6 Square
- Plug and Lead
- 6 Square
- Hopkins
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Quick Fix (TM) 4 Pole Flat Car and Trailer Ends
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- Plug Only
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Hopkins Endurance 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w/ 48" Harness and Ergonomic Pull
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
more information >
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