Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2001 Chevrolet Express Van Video

The speed rating limitation for a trailer will come down to the tires, it has little to nothing to do with the axle, hub, or wheel size. That said, smaller tires generally do have lower speed ratings but you do not need to upgrade the wheels on your…

We can help you get your RV's 7-way wiring sorted out. The easiest way to go is to replace the whole junction box with etrailer #HS381-9000 since this has a pre-wired 7-way. This means you only have to make the RV side connections. The wire gauge…

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

The reason that you cannot find a list of all load ranges and the weight capacity for each in regards to trailer tires is because it will be different for each size. For example, a 205/75-15 tire like part #AM10245 which has a load range D rating is…

Based on my research the standard towing capacity of a 2001 Dodge Durango 4x4 is 4,450 pounds and the maximum is 7,350 pounds. It depends on how it is equipped. The source that you need to check is the owners manual. I do not have access to one…

For your 2003 Dodge Durango, the Reese 37069 is not a fit. You will instead want the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75081 which is made by the same company and is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. If you need trailer wiring, I recommend…

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

That will depend on the amount of brake axles your trailer has. . The 20 amp breaker like #9506P is for 1 and 2 axle brakes, and the 30 amp like part #38630 is for 3 and 4 axle brakes

If you do not have the trailer towing package on your 2017 Ford Explorer then you will want to install the Tekonsha T-One #118540 which will give you a 4-Way for your trailer lights. The Reese #74682 that you referenced is for Explorers with the…

Thank you for all of the information and pictures! It looks like you should at least have some wiring already run on your 2019 Chevy Express Van 3500 so I'm just as confused as to why you don't have a round plug with a cap inside the…

Traditionally, boat trailers used hydraulic surge breaks since electricity and water don't usually mix well. But we are seeing more and more boat trailers come out of the factory with electric brakes. The trailer brake assemblies I recommend for…

To pick out the correct brake assemblies for your trailer you need to know a few things. You will want to measure the inner diameter of your hub/drums and the depth of the drums to determine what brake assembly dimensions you need. For example the…