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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2014 Toyota Tacoma
  Both the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13323 and the Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch # 75236 would work well for you. These Class III trailer hitches have a 2 inch receiver, 5,000 pound max towing weight and 500 pound max tongue weight. For installation, both hitches require the bumper brackets to be loosed or removed. I would go with the Curt trailer hitch, as it is more economically friendly than Draw-Tite. The trailer hitch will bolt into existing weld nuts on your truck's frame....
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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for 2015 Toyota Tacoma
  Hey Mark, for your 2014 Toyota Tacoma the hitch I would recommend is the etrailer part # e98850 which has great towing capacities and is mostly hidden. Then for trailer wiring the Tekonsha kit part # 118496 is the easiest to install and most reliable as well.
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• What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
  A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer brakes (requires a brake controller in the vehicle), and a reverse light or auxiliary power circuit. There are other types of connectors as well. I have included a link to our help article that shows and explains the various connector types.
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• Recommended Parts To Adapt 7-Way Vehicle Connector To 6-Way Trailer Connector.
  Let's start with the vehicle side. If you don't already have trailer connector on your 2008 Toyota Tacoma, I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, # 118496. Once you have the 4-way, you can install either a 6-way or a 7-way. Factory tow packages come with a 7-way, but you can install a 6-way and be set for your camper. The Brake Controller 6 and 4 Way Installation Kit, 10 Gauge, # ETBC6 will give you everything you need to convert your 4-way...
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• What is the Towing Capacity of 2013 Toyota Tacoma TRD and Hitch Recommendation
  I looked up your 2013 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport and everything I found says that you have a 6,400 lb towing capacity. That would be more than enough for your 1984 Stingray that weighs 2,050 lbs. If you were in need of a trailer hitch the Draw Tite hitch part # 75236 is a confirmed fit. It's capacities are lower though at 5,000 lbs total trailer weight. For wiring you would then want the part # 118496. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit #...
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• Adapter Needed When Towing Trailer that Has 7-way with Vehicle that has 4-way
  A 6 pin flat connector is not a standard connection. Since this is a rental I would assume they meant a 7-way blade connector as that is the standard connector in the RV world. For a 4-way to 7-way adapter you'd just need the part # 37185 and you'd be set. But if you are renting a Jayco and need a 6-way square you'd want the part # 30104.
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• Installing a 7-Way Trailer Connector on a 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  I'm not sure why but I can tell you that the part you're looking at, Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11143910, is a fit for the Lexus 570 but not your 2005 Toyota Tacoma. To install a 7-way trailer connector on your truck you need to first start by adding a 4-way if you don't already have one. I recommend using the Tekonsha part # 118496. It plugs in either behind the tail lights or along the truck's frame rail on both sides. Once the 4-way is installed, or if you...
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• Recommended Trailer Brake Controller and Wiring Needed for 2000 Toyota 4Runner
  For your 2000 Toyota 4Runner, I recommend the Tekonsha Voyager Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional # 39510 with the Brake Control Plug-In Harness # 20127. This is the best controller under the price point you are seeking. Then for your wiring, if you already have a 7-way connector you can use the kit # 5506. If you have a 4-way then you will use the # ETBC7 kit which comes with the 7-way adapter and wiring. If you don't have a 4-way, then you will need that first and...
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• Wiring Adapter to Install Hopkins Agility Brake Controller on 2015 Toyota Tacoma
  If your Tacoma has the factory installed 7-way trailer connector at the rear bumper, it will be equipped with the brake controller connector under the dash. The connector will be located above and to the left of the emergency brake pedal, above the kick panel, as shown in the provided photo. For the Hopkins Agility brake controller, you'd need their # HM47815 brake controller adapter. If the vehicle is NOT equipped with the factory installed 7-way, it will not have the under dash connector,...
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• Is It Normal For 12v Power To Be On The Trailer Side 7-Way Plug When Disconnected
  Hey Phil, It's ok to see 12 volts on one specific pin (pictured below). It means that whoever wired it ran a line to the battery so that the 12v hot pin on your tow vehicle's 7-way can charge the trailer battery a bit while you tow. Power sitting in the wire can drain the battery but it's such a low amount that it would take a long time to really drain the battery. Typically on trailers there's a lot of other appliances (lights, monitors, etc.) that have a small drain which all together...
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• Recommended Mounting Bracket for Attaching a 4-Flat Vehicle Connector to a Hitch
  We have a couple of options for mounting a 4-flat connector to your Tacoma's hitch. If you have a Draw-Tite hitch with the built in tab all you will need is the Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # BK4F. This attaches in the pre-drilled slots. If you have a hitch with a round or square crossbar you will need the No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket item # 18140 and the item # BK4F.
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• Will the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13323 Fit a 2007 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner
  Yes, the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, # 13323, will fit on your 2007 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner. This hitch fits all models of the 2007 Tacoma. We had a customer install this hitch on their PreRunner model last month and commented that it works great. They did add that an extra set of hands would help raising the hitch into position. If you plan on doing some towing, I have attached a help article that will help you choose the correct ball mount for the trailer you intend to tow. If you...
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• Trailer Hitch and Towing Equipment for a 2013 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner
  For a 2013 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner, I'd recommend the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, part # 13323. The hitch has a 5000 lb capacity, and is pretty simple to install. I've linked you to the installation instructions as well as to an install video that you might find helpful. The # 37042 hitch you referred to has been discontinued, but when it was available it was a fit for a first generation (2001-2007 model years). It would not be a fit for your Tacoma. Once you get a hitch installed,...
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• What Brake Controller is Recommended for a 2008 Toyota Tacoma?
  The brake controller I recommend for your 2008 Toyota Tacoma is the Prodigy P2 # 90885; it is a proportional system that has a reputation for being high in quality. For a complete install on your Tacoma, you would need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7, and finally, if you do not already have a 4-way connector, you would need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118496. I have included links to video reviews and installs...
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• Parts Needed to Add a 7-Way Trailer Connector to a 2006 Toyota Tacoma
  Trailer wiring harness # 118496 plugs in line with the vehicle tail light wiring on a 2006 Toyota Tacoma. It does not plug into the same place as the factory 7-Way connector. There isn't an aftermarket option to add a 7-Way connector to a 2006 Toyota Tacoma that just plugs in. To add an aftermarket 7-Way you would need to first install the 4-Way, # 118496, and then install # ETBC7. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation for you.
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• Parts Needed to Tow Small Trailer With 2007 Toyota Tacoma
  I did a search for an owner's manual for a 2007 Toyota Tacoma, which has the capacities in it, and so long as the Tacoma has the factory towing package it can tow the nearly 3,900 lb Forest River trailer you mentioned. In order to do that you will need a number of different parts if you don't have them, starting with the hitch: - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98850 If your 2007 Tacoma does not have the factory 7-way, you will need to add wiring, which you can so with the following...
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• Connecting to Reverse Light Circuit of Vehicle Wiring When Installing 7-Way
  If a vehicle like yours didn't come with a 7-way or have 7-way wiring present from the factory the only way to activate the reverse light circuit is to tap into the vehicle's reverse light circuit that runs to the rear of the vehicle. Unfortunately there isn't an easier way. So what you'll need to do is use a circuit tester like the part # PTW2993 to test all of the wires that run to the reverse lights until you find the one that has 12 volts when the vehicle is in reverse and use it for...
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• Wiring Adapter for Curt Brake Controller on 2008 Toyota Tacoma
  If your 2008 Toyota Tacoma has a factory 7-way, the only thing you will need to install the Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller # C84VV is the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter # C51362 which will plug into the port underneath the dash of your '08 Tacoma. If your truck does NOT have the factory 7-way you would need to add 4-way # 118496 along with Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7. You will also need to use Universal Wiring Adapter for Curt Trailer Brake Controllers...
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• 4-Way to 7-Way Adapter that Can Also Charge Trailer Battery When Towing
  The best 4-way to 7-way adapter for your 2013 Ford Escape is going to be the part # ETBC7L as it comes with everything needed to activate the 12 volt accessory circuit as well to charge the trailer battery.
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• Recommended Toolbox with Aluminum Rolling Tonneau Cover for 2020 GMC Sierra 3500
  There are limited solutions for the tool box and rolling hard cover. I recommend the UWS Truck Bed Chest - Secure Lock Under Tonneau Series - 8.85 cu ft - Bright Aluminum # UWS08297 or the UWS Truck Bed Chest - Secure Lock Under Tonneau Series - 8.85 cu ft - Matte Black Powder Coat # UWS08298. I then recommended the BAK Revolver X4s Hard Tonneau Cover - Roll Up - Aluminum and Vinyl - Matte Black # BAK54ZR. If you aren't absolutely needing a hard tonneau, then the Access Toolbox Edition...
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• Recommended 7-way Connector and Trailer Brake Controller For 2019 Nissan Frontier W/ 4-way Connector
  The relays that were installed when you installed the 4-way connector in your 2019 Nissan Frontier ProX4 with the 4.0L engine are the exact same as the ones needed for the 7-way connector. Since you already have the relays I recommend the Replacement Wiring Harness for Tekonsha Vehicle Wiring Harness - 7-Way Connector # 118282 as it does not come with the relays so it saves you a little bit of money compared to the complete kit. Since you are wanting a 7-way and 4-way connector you will...
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• Recommended 4-Way Trailer Wiring Connection For 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  The blinkers and brakes should be on the same wire. 4-way systems put the right blinker and stop on one wire and the left blinker and stop on another wire. Then the remaining two wires are running lights and ground. I've attached an article to assist. You can test your vehicle 4 way using the Brophy 4- and 5- Way Flat Circuit Tester # F5CT to ensure proper function on the vehicle side. My recommendation is to use the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector...
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• Troubleshooting Trailer Brake System That Activates Once Trailer Is Plugged in to Vehicle
  Since the # 6562 emulator shows that the vehicle side of the equation seems to be working okay, I don't believe the brake controller is your issue. From what you mention, it sounds as if the trailer itself might be wired incorrectly. If the connector on the trailer has the brake output circuit and the 12v feed reversed, it would explain why the brake controller isn't 'reading' the trailer correctly and why the trailer brakes instantly lock up once the trailer is plugged in. I'll link...
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• Recommended Brake Controller For A 2019 Subaru Ascent
  When it comes to installing a trailer brake controller in your 2019 Subaru Ascent The Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional # RED44FR and The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In # 3062-P is a great choice for your vehicle. The Redacrc controller's main unit will be set up in an out-of-the-way spot, and the control knob will be set up on your dash which allows for a fast and easy adjustment...
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