Wiring Connections for Hopkins Endurance on a 1997 Dodge Ram 2500

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I need to knw the color and functions of the wires to I can wire a Hopkins 7 blade connector to my 97 dodge 2500 . Black/orange Red/tan Green/red Brown/pink Light blue Purple/black Black

asked by: Jesse

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According to my research the wiring for your 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 are for the following functions:

Black/orange - Tail/Running
Red/Tan - 12V Power
Green/Red - Left Turn/Stop
Brown/Pink - Right Turn/Stop
Light Blue - Trailer Brake
Purple/Black - Reverse
Black - Ground

This means that if you are installing the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install # HM47210 you will want to connect the wiring from your Dodge Ram to the following wires on the Hopkins Endurance:

Black/orange - Brown
Red/Tan - Red
Green/Red - Yellow
Brown/Pink - Green
Light Blue - Blue
Purple/Black - Purple
Black - White

It would be worth checking to make sure this is correct with a circuit tester like part # PTW2991 since your vehicle is older.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

We don't have a wiring diagram that details what your trailer connector wiring would be based on color but I can give you an easy way to determine this. You will need a circuit tester like part #PTW2993 and you will want to test each of the wires…

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Answer 2

I can help you wire up your OEM 7-way on your 1997 Dodge Ram HD, but you are going to have to do it by function and not by color. There is no industry standard for wire colors so your best best would be to use a circuit tester like part #PTW2993 and…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

First you will need to remove the old hydraulic equipment. Remove the surge coupler or actuator, remove all the lines, and finally remove the brake assemblies. If you have 10 inch diameter hub and drums, you may need to replace those as well. If you…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

The Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator part #DM72VR should be a direct replacement for the Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator that you have now. This newest updated it rated at 7K instead of 6K. This is a bolt on option that mounts on 3" centers.…

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Answer 8

I do have an option for you but the coupler on your trailer is very old and we simply don't carry parts for them anymore as they were discontinued by the manufacturer. Therefore, the only option we can offer is a new coupler, the Demco Hydraulic…

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Answer 9

The closest option we have to replace your Atwood 82543 actuator is part #DM72VR. However, it doesn't have the lockout like your Atwood does. To add a lockout use #T4748800 but it's an electric lockout unlike the Atwood's manual lockout.…

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Answer 10

Since Atwood went out of business none of their actuator (or other product) replacement parts are available unfortunately, so your only real option to having a working actuator is to replace the entire unit. I am attaching a link to our selection of…

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