How To Install A 7-Way Connector In The Bed Of A 2002 Ford F-250 For A Fifth Wheel
Question:
Truck: 2002 Ford Super Duty F250 Crew Cab Is there an adaptor that can be purchased for this application? Or instructions? I want a plug receptacle for my fifth wheel in the bed of my truck
asked by: Tim B
Expert Reply:
If you have a factory tow package with a factory 7-way trailer connector already on your 2002 Ford F-250 Super Duty, then I have a couple of recommendations to put a 7-way in the bed of your truck.
The Draw-Tite Wiring Harness, # 50-97-410, will plug inline between the OEM wiring harness and the factory installed 7-way connector under your truck bed. You will retain the use of the factory 7-way on the bumper and then have 9 feet of wiring harness to have a 7-way in your truck bed.
The Curt Fifth Wheel Wiring Harness, # C56000, will also install the same way. You will also retain the use of your 7-way on the bumper. It has an extra 7-1/2 feet of wiring harness, but the 7-way connector is detached, so you can mount the 7-way anywhere on the bed and then plug the harness into it.
If you do not have a factory 7-way on your vehicle then you can use Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118242, that will connect to the OEM connector under the truck. Then the two wiring harnesses # 20110, or, # 50-97-410, can be installed inline at the back of the 7-way.

Products Referenced in This Question
Ford Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness, 7-Way
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- No Converter
- Factory Tow Package
- 7 Round - Blade
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Visible
- Tekonsha
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5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Plug - GM, Ford, Ram, Toyota - 9' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- Trailer End Connector
- 7 Round - Blade
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Bargman
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Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 10' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- Trailer End Connector
- 7 Round - Blade
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Hidden
- CURT
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Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow 7-, 5- and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector - Vehicle End - Ergonomic Design
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
- Plug Only
- 4 Flat
- 5 Flat
- 7 Blade
- Hopkins
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