Expert Answers about Trailer Breakaway Kit

• Does the Hopkins Engager Trailer Breakaway Kit Have a 5 amp Battery
• Yes, I spoke with my contact at Hopkins and he informed me that this Engager Trailer BreakAway Kit # 20099 is on a 5 amp circuit and should work well for you. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also.
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• What are the Dimensions of the Battery Box in Engager Trailer BreakAway Kit, # 20400
• I spoke with my contact at Hopkins to get the dimensions of the battery box in Engager Trailer BreakAway Kit, # 20400. The box measures 3-1/2 inches long by 2-1/2 inches across by 4 inches tall. I have included a link to the installation details for this kit for you to view.
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• What Size is the Battery Box in Tekonsha Push to Test Breakaway Kit, # 50-85-313
• The Tekonsha Push to Test Breakaway Kit, # 50-85-313, is large enough to house a 12 volt battery like # UB1250, which is 3-1/2 inches x 2-3/4 inches x 4 inches. The box will be slightly larger then this in order to accommodate the battery. The box is this particular kit is not available as a stand alone item, but we do have others that are. Take a look at the Replacement Battery Box for Breakaway Kit, # 34420215. This box will be the same size as the one listed above. We also have Replacement
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• Is there a Capacity Requirement for Safety Cable Attachment to the Vehicle for a Breakaway System
• The connector used should be capable of pulling the pin from the switch at any reasonable angle. You will also want it to be secure enough that you will not lose the cable and pin in the unfortunate event of a breakaway. Many people just put the cable through the chain loop on the hitch and then run the pin through the small loop in the end of the cable. This secures the cable to the hitch and no other parts are needed. In this configuration you need to mount the switch close enough to the c
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