Hey everybody, Ryan here at etrailer. Today, we're gonna be talking about how to choose a brake controller that's gonna be right for you and your particular application. When it comes to picking out a trailer brake controller for your particular setup, things can get overwhelming pretty quick. There's just so many different options out there. And so many available things can start to get… see more >
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In order to flat-tow your 2009 Honda CR-V with four wheels downs, which is the recommended way to tow this vehicle according to the owner's manual, you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, a supplemental brake system, a flat-tow…
view full answer...If your 2013 Nissan Armada came with a factory installed 7-Way trailer connector as part of its tow package then yes, use can use harness #3050-P for your P3 brake controller #90195. If your Armada did not come with a 7-Way then you would need to add…
view full answer...Both the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO, part #SM99251 and the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System, part #RM-8700 are nice braking systems and will function similarly but I recommend the Duo system. Both systems are a one-time installation. The…
view full answer...Yes, the red light on the Hayes Syncronizer Trailer Brake Controller #HA81725 will come on whenever you apply your tow vehicle's brakes, even when no trailer is connected. However, no power is used when there isn't a trailer detected.
view full answer...For your 2022 Jeep Wrangler, I recommend using the Curt Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles #C96JR which will not require you to splice any of your wiring and plug directly into factory wiring. As far as braking system goes, I recommend…
view full answer...For a 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4XE you'll need the following components: Baseplate: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521453-5. These custom-fit baseplates are designed to work with factory bumpers, if you have an aftermarket bumper please…
view full answer...To replace your GloBrite 126 marker lights you can use the #MC44RB. These lights are 2-wire incandescent lights measuring 4" long by 1-1/2" wide (same as your existing marker lights) and will work great for your trailer.
view full answer...To replace your GloBrite 126 marker lights you can use the #MC44RB for the red light and the #MC44AB for the amber light. Both of these lights are 2 wire lights and will work well on your cargo trailer. And yes, we can ship this particular product to…
view full answer...Using a hitch extender is safe as long as you stay within the limits specified of 50 percent of the hitch and vehicle load capacity, and 350 lb tongue weight capacity of part #HE06. The other option to provide additional clearance from your spare…
view full answer...For your 2022 Ford Explorer, I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite #RED44FR. This brake controller will provide the sleekest finish and simplest to use interface. When installed, only the control knob is left exposed keeping your interior looking…
view full answer...Redarc does not offer longer cables between the knob and the module but we've spoken with Redarc before and they have told us that you can use a standard RJ45 network cable to extend as far as needed which you'd be able to easily source…
view full answer...For starters, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7601 and your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon are tested independently of one another which is why you are seeing two different figures. The weakest component in a towing setup is always…
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