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Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector - Vehicle End
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Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector - Vehicle End

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Replace a damaged 7-way, RV-style, vehicle-end trailer connector with this Quick-Install connector. The 7-pole connector plugs in quickly and easily on your vehicle that has a factory tow package. Great Prices for the best trailer wiring from Hopkins. Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector - Vehicle End part number HM40940 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Hopkins Trailer Wiring - HM40940

  • Trailer Connectors
  • Vehicle End Connector
  • 7 Round - Blade
  • Plug Only
  • Hopkins

Replace a damaged 7-way, RV-style, vehicle-end trailer connector with this Quick-Install connector. The 7-pole connector plugs in quickly and easily on your vehicle that has a factory tow package.


Features:

  • Replacement 7-blade, RV-style trailer connector socket for your vehicle
    • Compatible with vehicles that have factory tow packages
  • Plug-In Simple installation - connects to wiring harness quickly and easily with no cutting or splicing
  • Lid opens 180 degrees for easy connections
    • Keeps out dirt and moisture
  • Enhanced weatherproofing with internal seals and corrosion-resistant terminals
  • Extremely durable ABS plastic construction and oversize lid hinge
  • Dielectric grease packet included
  • 3-Year limited warranty


40940 Hopkins Endurance Plug-In Simple Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector Socket - Vehicle End




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Video Transcript for All You Need to Know About the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector

Today we'll be reviewing part number HM40940. This is the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector. This is a replacement 7-blade, RV-style trailer connector socket for your vehicle. It's going to be compatible with vehicles that have factory tow packages. Its a Plug-In Simple installation, just connects to the wiring harness quickly and easily with no cutting or splicing of wires required. The lid will open a 180 degrees for easy connections that needs to be made when plugging in the 7-blade connector. That's a spring loaded lid so it's usually do it and releases.

It's really going to help keep out dirt and moisture and just going to protect those connection points. It has enhanced weatherproofing with internal seals and corrosion-resistant terminals. It's made from an extremely durable ABS plastic construction and its got a over-sized lid hinge. All the mounting screws and dielectric grease packets are included. You got the mounting kit here, it's going to come with the screws, the washers, the knots, everything you need for an install. Then you're going to have 2 terminal grease packets that are going to be included. You can see here that you just have 4 mounting locations.

There's this one hole on each corner. Pretty simple little set up. Again, that spring loaded lid has a nice feature to help protect the connection points. That's going to do it for our review of part number HM40940. This is the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector. .

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Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector - Vehicle End - HM40940

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (36 Customer Reviews)

Replace a damaged 7-way, RV-style, vehicle-end trailer connector with this Quick-Install connector. The 7-pole connector plugs in quickly and easily on your vehicle that has a factory tow package.

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Tossed a shovel in the bed of my pickup and busted the outer cover off of my electrical connection for my cabover camper. Replaced the cover for under $20 vs buying a whole new plug. Fit perfectly and highly recommend. Thanks for your help Nichole!



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Ordering could not have been easier. Product was received in two days. Fit and finish of the product is excellent. Instructions were easy to read and installation was simple. Shipping was about 60% of what was originally quoted when ordering so that was a nice plus. This product looks like it will last a long time.

Frank M.

10/7/2014

Totally trouble free.



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fit perfect / plug and play



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a great fit for my 2014 jeep grand Cherokee. Plugged in to the wiring provided by Jeep from the factory. Also, the 7 to 4 pin adapter fit right into the now 7 pin plug so I can tow U-Haul trailers, pop up campers, etc. Thanks so much!!!!



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I used this to replace a connector that I had broken. It plugged into the existing wiring perfectly the mounting holes did not match the old one exactly but as that was a different brand it was to be expected. The Hopkins appears to be heavier duty than the old one and should stand up better.

As with all previous orders with etrailer communication was great and shipping fast and items well packaged.



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I love this product. Snapped right in. My mounting bracket hole configuration was a little different. I drilled 4 new holes, 4 new screws. Done
My trailer plug fits nice and snug.
Thanks for a nice product.



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My factory connector cracked.
I installed
a Hopkins plug on our trailer several months before, so I purchased the connector. It is a great product and easy to install.



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The product is of good quality. Good p rice.



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This part was a direct replacement that I needed. The retail dealer that originally installed it coud not get it for me. etrailer was great, had exactly what I needed, was easy to order, and arrived in 4-5 days exactly as promised. The price was good, and shipping was reasonable.



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I always check with trailer first. The always have what I am looking for and always at the right price. Shipping is fair and I have never been unsatisfied with the products.



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Bought this for my 2011 VW Toureg and it fit perfectly into the original small 7 pin factory attachment. The only complaint is that only one of the holes matches up to the factory cable holder on the VW. So I can only screw in one of the screws into the holder without fabricating some more holes by drilling.



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I have always been happy with the items from etrailer and intend to continue buying their products



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Appears heavier duty than past connectors I have been using.



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The product is well built. Had to find my on nuts and bolts to fix it. It did not come with as the picture depicted. Overall a great product. Well still buy from Etrailer again.



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Good rugged plug. Seems to be weather tight. Plug and play if you have the round end on your harness



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I didn't use this part, I went with the Pollak part which was identical to what I had.

Paul



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Awesome. E trailer rocks, product is great. No complaints. Shipped faster than expected and everything was included.

I do not normally send reviews because i'm short on time but E trailer exceeds my OCD requirements, and the best thing is...I'm posting the same review for ALL of the products I ordered.

Thanks again.



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have not tried the product yet but it looks like a quality item. etrailer service is great and I will buy from them again............



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Nice, easy to install, all hardware and easy to use.



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shipped and delivered fast, great product looks so much better brand new



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Great product! Easy replacement of broken outlet!



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Site said it would fit my Cayenne. The mount bolt holes do not line up at all. Had to modify mount base to mount it.



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easy to install, worked perfect right off the bat. Bravo



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Good quality fast shipping



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Good product


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    Yes, the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector part # HM40940 will work as a replacement for the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug.
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  • Availability of Just 7-Way Socket from Part # HM42190
    For just the 7-way socket you would want the part # HM40940. This is the same 7-way that comes with the part # HM42190 except without the harness too.
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  • Recommended Wiring Harness for an In Bed 7-Way Connector on a 2000 Dodge Ram
    To add a 7-Way connector to the bed of your 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 you will need the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness item # HM42137. This harness puts a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck and allows you to keep the one on your bumper. This makes hooking up to your 5th wheel or gooseneck trailer easier and more convenient. I have linked an installation video below. To replace the 7-way on your bumper you're going to want the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install...
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  • Is 7-Way Plug of Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Available Separately
    Hey Steve, Yep, you can absolutely get just the 7-way plug of the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness # 41157. For that, all you need is the following: - Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM40940
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  • 2018 VW Atlas 7-Pin Round Vehicle Connector and Brake Controller for Use w/ a 6-Way Adapter
    Thanks for the picture! It looks like your 2018 VW Atlas has been wired for a 7-way and has everything but the actual 7-way connector. To use the Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow Trailer Connector Adapter - 7-Way to 6-Way, 5-Way or 4-Way item # HM47570 you will need the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector item # HM40940. Both of these combined will give you a 6 pin round and a 4-pin flat connector. I have linked a review video that you will want to watch when connecting your...
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  • Replacement 7-Way For 2002 Dodge Ram 1500
    If your 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 has the harness with the round connector like the one in the attached photo, you may only need to replace the 7-way connector that is mounted on the bumper of your truck. I would recommend the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector, part # HM40940. This would replace just the 7-way mounted on your bumper, and comes with the mounting screws. If you are wishing to replace the entire harness and the 7-way connector, the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install...
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  • Availability Of 90 Degree 7 Way Plug That Can Be Re-Wired
    I do have a potential solution for you, but I am afraid we do not offer any kind of 90 degree adapter for a 7 pin plug. Something you could use is the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM40940 and the Universal Wiring Harness # HM40985. Technically this is not a 90 degree harness, but it could certainly still be used for that application, if you need a way to wire up a 7 way plug. I am sorry to say that we do not offer any 90 degree plugs that will fit your parameters.
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  • Is Hopkins 7-Way # HM40940 Direct Replacement for 7-Way Connector on 1999 Dodge Ram
    If your 1999 Dodge Ram Pickup has a 7-Way with a round U.S. Car Connector that plugs in to the rear of the 7-Way then it will be a simple matter to disconnect it from the existing one and connect it to the Hopkins Quick-Install # HM40940. The photo provided shows the back of a typical 7-Way with the U.S. Car Connector; this is what will mate with the existing harness connector. If your Ram does not have a round U.S. connector to plug in to the back of the 7-Way, but instead has a rectangular...
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  • Solution for Lost 7-Way Retaining Clip that Attaches to Socket
    The clip that you are referring to that holds the 7-way plug to the socket is typically found on the connector which is why the # HM40940 does not come with it. I wish we sold that piece by itself but only way to get it is to go with a new harness like part # PK11998 and you'd be set. I like where you mounted the 7-way too. A lot of factory 7-ways install in similar places which helps prevent accidental damage like the scenarios you described.
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  • Recommended 4-Way Connector that Connects to a USCAR
    Yes, there is! Since your Atlas has the US car connector or USCAR you can install the Replacement Custom Multi-Tow 7-Way and 4-Way Trailer Connectors item # 30955 and have both a 4-way connector and a 7-way connector if you ever need it. This way you won't have to use an adapter.
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  • Can Hopkins Universal Wiring Harness HM40985 Be Installed on Any Vehicle
    Yes, the Hopkins Universal Wiring Harness # HM40985 can be wired into any vehicle where you want to be able to install a matching 7-way trailer socket like # HM40940 or a combination 7-way/4-pole like # HM40975. Both of these vehicle-side connectors will accept the round U.S. Car connector plug that is on the harness # HM40985. This harness uses the following wire color configuration: Green: right turn signal Yellow: left turn signal White: ground Brown: taillights and side marker lights Blue:...
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  • Availability of U.S. Car Connector to Pigtail Wiring Harness and Compatible 7-Way
    Both the Hopkins Universal Wiring Harness # HM40985 and the Pollak Replacement Harness # PK11998 are 4-feet in length and provide a round U.S. Car type connector on one end and pigtail leads on the other. They are indeed interchangeable. I pulled one each of the two 7-way parts you referenced, parts # HM40940 and # PK11893, and measured their center-to-center mounting hole spacing. Part # HM40940 has 4 holes spaced 1-1/2-inches top to bottom and 2-1/4-inches side to side. Part # PK11893...
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  • Does 7-Way of 2022 Ford Ranger Fit 7-Way of Casita
    The SAE number you listed J2863 is for a standard RV 7-way blade connector like what Casita would use for their trailer wiring connectors. We've not had any issues with the Ford 7-ways and the ones that would come on a Casita. If you ever needed a replacement on your Ranger the part # HM40940 would plug right into the connector on your vehicle. Or for a new harness and 7-way you'd want the part # C56431.
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  • How To Install 7-Way Connector On 2007 Ford F-250 With Factory 7-Way Cut Off
    We can definetly get you taken care of. You will need the Tow Ready Replacement 7-Way Harness and Socket for Factory Tow Package # 20147 and the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM40940. Since your 2007 Ford F-250 had a factory tow package harness you will just need to verify the functions of the factory harness wires and use the included heat shrink butt connectors to complete the installation. I highly recommend a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to test the function...
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  • Replacement Connector for Hopkins 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Wiring Harness
    Yes, the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM40940 referenced in your question will work to replace the connector on your Hopkins 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Harness like # 41157. The 7-Way will connect directly to the round connector on your existing harness. I have also attached a demonstration video on this product for you to check out.
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  • Replacement 7-Way Connector For Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness
    Yes, the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM40940 will replace the connector in the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness # 40167.
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  • Will Hopkins 7-Way part # HM40940 Fit 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
    Yes, the Hopkins 7-Way part # HM40940 that you referenced will fit as a 7-way replacement for your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500.
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  • Will Replacement 7-way Harness For Factory Tow Package Fit 2013 Ford F-350?
    As long as your 2013 Ford F-350 has the factory 7-way connector the Tow Ready Replacement 7-Way Harness and Socket for Factory Tow Package # 20147 you were looking at will be a fit and replace that section of wiring if it is damaged. I recommend using circuit tester # PTW2993 to confirm the functions of your factory wiring to make sure you make the correct connections, as the wiring colors are not always the same from manufacturer to manufacturer. If the 7-way connector is also damaged...
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  • Mounting Tow Ready Replacement 7-Way Harness and Socket # 20147
    The Tow Ready Replacement 7-Way Harness and Socket # 20147 is designed to plug into any US Car connector 7-Way like the Hopkins Endurance 7-Way Connector # HM40940. This particular 7-Way includes the needed hardware to bolt it directly to a bumper or truck bed, but you could also add the Mounting Bracket # 18138 that will work perfectly for a hang-down application. If you have an accessible hitch crosstube you could also add the Tow Ready Mount # 18140 for a no-drill installation. This...
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  • Replacement Trailer Connector for Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness
    Yes, a replacement connector is available for the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness # 41157. The Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM40940 is what you're looking for. Once you remove the old connector you can plug this into the connection point and you're ready to go.
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