Review of Hopkins Wiring - Wiring Adapters - HM47083 Video

The difference between the two models that you were researching is that the #PD9160A is designed for use with lead acid batteries and the #PD9160ALV is designed for use with lithium batteries. Choosing the incorrect battery profile can lead to issues…

To change the battery mode on the Progressive Dynamics 9300 Series RV Converter Charger #PD79RR you'll need to insert the included CLAW tool into the small opening next to the battery type indicator light. Press and hold that button (using the…

What you need is a light kit specifically for flat-towing. The Plug-N-Tow TM Vehicle Wiring Harness, #42615, would be if the Jeep were towing a trailer and not for activating its lights while it is being towed. There are a few options for lighting…

The Hopkins Adapter 7-Pole to 6-Pole #47549 plugs into a vehicle side 7-way socket and converts that connector format to a 6-way round-pin type. If you think you will need some length for your connection, #HM47083 is an alternative that does the same…

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…

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…

Both of the Hopkins wiring adapters you referenced, parts #HM47083 and #47549, will plug into a vehicle side 7-way socket and convert that connector format to a 6-way round-pin type. The main difference is that part #HM47083 includes a coiled cable…

You link to #C59HR, the Curt Tow Bar Extension Cord w/ Socket. This connects the 7-way, blade-style connector from an RV to the 6-way round connector used for towed vehicles. This drops the black wire, the battery hot lead.

Yes, you can utilize the unused 12v pin on your 7 way and 6 way plug in order to keep your towed vehicle's battery topped off. Keep in mind, this will only act as a battery maintainer / tender but it will not charge a completely dead battery. It…

Yes, as long as your Jayco 2022 Class C Redhawk 26 XD already has a charge line then adding the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles #RM-156-25 to the toad will allow you to use the Curt Tow Bar Extension Cord w/ Socket #C59HR to…

Yes, you can flat tow your 2015 Honda Fit EX with manual transmission behind a motorhome. There is slight differences between the Roadmaster EZ4 #RM-521569-4 and EZ5 #RM-521569-5. The main difference is the EZ4 is more universal and will have more…

I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2017 Honda Fit EX. It starts off by stating that only the manual transmission models of the Honda Fit can be towed behind a motorhome with all four wheels on the ground. For extended towing…