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• Recommended Wiring And Trailer Light Kit For Harbor Freight Trailer
  Since you said you want to re-wire your entire trailer I recommend the Optronics Submersible Trailer Light Kit, part # TL5RK. This kit comes with 2 stud-mount lights, 2 amber side marker and clearance lights, a license plate bracket, and a 25 ft wiring harness with a 4-way connector. The mounting hardware is also included with this kit. I have also attached a link to an installation video for this wiring kit you can check out.
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• How Much of Each Gauge of Wire Fit Inside a Wire Loom Comfortably
  I would certainly recommend the 1/2-inch wire loom # 459075-1. It will hold two jacketed 2 wire 10-gauge wire and three jacketed 2 wire 12-gauge wire. See pictures to the right. In addition, I was able to fit comfortably eleven individual 16-gauge wire # DW02359-1 into the 1/2-inch wire loom. I also took a digital caliper to measure the exact radius of each type of wire: 10-gauge is .17 of an inch, 12-gauge is .14 of an inch and 16-gauge is .09 of an inch. The 10, 12 and 16-gauge wiring...
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• Installing a Brake Controller in 2001 Toyota Tacoma
  Based on my research, the 2001 Toyota Tacoma did not come with a factory trailer connector. However, since you already have a 4-way connector installed on your truck, you will be able to start here for your brake controller installation. I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller # 90885. This is a proportional brake controller with a digital display. It will level automatically when mounted within a 360-degree vertical range. The brake controller installs in your Tacoma...
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• Fifth Wheel Wiring Harness for 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500
  I believe what you are looking for is the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck # 41157. This is a plug-in which will allow you to run a 7-way to your 2015 Chevy Silverado's truck bed. I have added a link to this part being installed on a 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500 for you to take a look at.
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• Parts Needed to Install the etrailer 7-Way RV Style Connector with Molded Cable
  Hey Mike, In order to install the etrailer 7-Way RV Style Connector with Molded Cable # e99010 you'll need Butt Connector Kits # DW05745-5 and # DW05744-5, some wire loom # 459075-1, and some electrical tape # PTW502 to get everything installed and secured.
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• Electric Brake Conversion from Air Brakes on 15,000 lb Axle Trailer
  The Dexter Electric Brake Kit w/ Cast Backing - Self-Adjusting - 12-1/4" - Left/Right Hand - 15K # 23-446-447 will fit any 15K axle that have the standard 7 bolt mounting flange. These are self-adjusting brakes so there is no need for manual adjustments after the initial installation. They are labeled left-hand (driver's side) and right-hand (passenger's side) to ensure proper placement. If you need the mounting hardware, I recommend # BRKH122510 for each axle. You will also need...
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• Replacing Chewed Up Power Wires On A Lippert PSX2 Stabilizer Motor
  I do have a solution for you even though Lippert does not offer a replacement power cord/boot for your Lippert PSX2 Stabilizer Motor # LC759091. First we'll start with the wires running to your trailer's battery. Strip back the black casing and individual wiring casing to expose a little bit more braided wire. You can attach some 12 gauge wire # 12-2-1 to these wires using some heat shrink butt connectors # DW05744-5 for a water tight seal. You'll maybe only need a foot of wire to comfortably...
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• Heavy Gauge Wiring For Lighting Functions on Trailer
  The 4 pole wiring harnesses we offer for trailers are pretty consistent when it comes to the wire gauge. The right turn/brake, left turn/brake and running lamp circuit wires are typically 18 gauge and the ground wire is typically 16 gauge. This is pretty much industry standard. However, the Hopkins Easy-Pull harness, part # HM38136 has a design that will eliminate the typical failure point of a 4 pole trailer harness, which is the point where the harness meets the plug. The plug features...
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• Trailer Hitch and 7-Way Wiring Connector Installation on a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  The hitch that you referenced the Curt # 13051, is indeed a class III hitch that is confirmed as a fit for your 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I have included a video of this installation for your reference. Since your Cherokee does not have any existing wiring harness you are again correct that there are several plug in applications that will establish a 4-way trailer wiring harness for your vehicle. To install a fully functional 7-way connector for your Jeep you will have to start by establishing...
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• What Size Wire Loom Is Recommended for Trailer 7-Way Wiring
  For a wire loom for 7-way wiring we recommend 1/2 inch diameter like part # 459075-1 that is sold by the foot. I have a 7-way adapter on my desk that has a wire loom on it that is 1/2 inch so I know this size would be correct.
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• Replacement Wire Loom to Secure RV Slide-Out Wiring
  Thanks for the photo, that was a huge help! You're needing 1/2 inch wire loom, which we sell by the foot as part # 459075-1. I'd also use some 1/2 inch loom clamps, part # A0500 to secure the wire loom and hold it where it's supposed to be.
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• What is the Best Size Wire Loom for Bonded 4 Wire and One 12 Gauge Wire
  I would go with a 3/8 inch diameter, like # 39035. That should provide enough space for the wires and still give good coverage. This loom comes in a 10 foot length. If you needed less of expect that you might have other wiring to run with the existing wires, you can go to a 1/2 inch loom, sold in 1 foot increments, # 459075-1.
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• Instructions for Completely Rewiring a 14 Foot Tandem Axle Dump Trailer
  Rewiring your 14 foot dump trailer is pretty straight forward. I would start with a 20 ft. Wishbone 4-Way Trailer Wiring Harness, # A20WB, to provide wiring for the stop turn and tail lights on your trailer. We have a video detailing how to install this type of harness for you to review, see link. Next, I would use the RV-Style Trailer Connector, # PK12706, and remove the 4-Way connector from the 4-Way harness and install the wires in the proper locations in the 7-Way connector. Our wiring...
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• Recommendation For Hitch And Wiring For 2014 Honda CR-V
  It sounds like you are adding a hitch with wiring and a connector for your 2014 Honda CR-V. The Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Hitch, Item # 75742, is a confirmed fit for your Honda. It has a maximum towing capacity of 4,500 lbs and a tongue weight capacity of 675 lbs. It has an easy bolt-on installation and all the hardware needed for installation is included. The Curt T-One Wiring Harness, Item # C56158, will give you trailer wiring and a 4-pole flat trailer connector. It installs...
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• How to Install Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller on a 2015 Volkswagen Touareg TDI
  The factory plug for installing the Prodigy P2 # 90885 on your 2015 Volkswagen Touareg TDI should be located under the vehicle's dash on the driver's side close to the door. You will need to acquire the following from your Volkswagen dealer to perform the install: 1 connector housing (#1J0-972-782) and 2 wire/terminal assemblies (#000-979-228). I have attached a photo of where the connector is located as well as a helpful article and an installation video of us installing the P2 with the...
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• Can Junction Box be Submerged When Rewiring Boat Trailer
  You can re-do the wiring on your boat trailer with a junction box, but a junction box cannot be submerged as they aren't waterproof. So if you are able to place the junction box in a location that allows it not to be submerged, the best option is the Trailer Wiring Junction Box # 3375601100. This comes with ring terminals and if you need wire we offer it sold by the foot with 12 Gauge # 12-1-1, 14 Gauge # DW02413-1, 16 Gauge # DW02359-1. You may also need Wire Loom # 459075-1 and a connector...
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• Preventing Damage to 4-Way Connectors on Trailers Used by Many People
  There are a few solutions I can think of. First I will list some parts that you may find useful then explain some of the ideas I had. We offer a weather proof junction box, part # 38656, that would allow people to make hardwire connections without cutting your 4-pole connector off. We do not carry any heavy coated wire, but we do carry wire loom that might make cutting a bit more difficult like part # 459075-1. The best solution for preventing cutting I could think of is using flexible...
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• Wire Loom and Clamps for Running Light Kit on Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack
  I found the review pictures you mentioned for the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 that used the # BK70BB for taillights. The clamps used in the picture are the part # RE47FR. We sell wire loom too by the foot with part # 459075-1. For an LED Taillight Kit to fit the brackets you'd want the part # 98174LED and you'd be set.
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• What Size Clamp to Use for 3/8" and 1/2" Size Wire Loom
  You should be able to use the same size clip as the inner diameter of the wire loom. For example, the 3/8" Diameter Wire Loom # 39035 has grooves in it that would allow you to use a 3/8" inner diameter clamp. Same thing goes for the 1/2" Wire Loom # 459075-1 or # 459075.
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• Wiring Parts Needed to Connect F-250 7-Way Socket to Lights on Headache Rack
  All lighting functions are accessible at the 7-way socket on your 2001 F-250. The function(s) carried on each of the 7-way contacts are shown in the linked photo. The easiest way to tap into these circuits is to install a 5th wheel wiring harness like # PK11932. This harness plugs in in parallel to the existing 7-way. Just remove the round U.S. Car connector at the back of your 7-way socket and plug in the PK11932 between the OEM harness and the socket. This will give you 7-1/2-feet of...
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• Can Wire Loom be Used to Protect Wiring from Sun Damage
  Wire loom like the # 7509-10 that you referenced is a great way to help protect wiring. This kit is 10 feet long and 1/4 inch in diameter. If you need bigger we have 1/2 inch diameter loom sold by the foot as part # 459075-1.
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• Air-Lift Compressor Install Location on a 2010 Ram 2500
  My Air Lift rep has the same exact compressor kit on his truck (# AL25980), and he installed his compressor on the inboard side of the truck frame under the cab. If you have a 2 wheel drive 2010 Ram 2500 you would want the # AL88297 and for the 4 wheel drive model part # AL88295. Either kit will have more than enough air line for the job as this kit was designed specifically to fit your vehicle. To protect the lines you could use wire loom like part # 459075-1 sold by the foot.
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• Front And Rear Quick Connects For Winch On 2010 Ford F-250 Crew Cab
  I spoke with my contact at Superwinch about installing a front and rear quick connect on your 2010 Ford F-250 Crew Cab. The Trailer and Vehicle Electric Winch Wiring Kit, part # BDW20207, is intended to be for the rear quick connection on your truck for the winch. The 24 ft of wire should be enough for your truck. On the installation you will run the positive line from the quick connect to the circuit breaker you said came with your winch. To secure the quick connect to the rear of your...
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• Are There Any Trailer 7-Way Cables With 6 or 8 Gauge Wire Available
  The trailer 7-way cables that we currently offer are going to max out at 10awg so you would need to get just the connector, like part # A7WCB, and wire it yourself with 8awg or 6awg. To protect the wires you can use some 1/2" wire loom # 459075-1 and wrap it all with electrical tape.
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