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• Trailer Hitch And 7 Pin Wiring Setup For A 2008 Chevy Uplander
  We can definitely set you up. For a trailer hitch for your 2008 Chevy Uplander we do have a no drill option # 13336. This will only fit models with the 121" wheel base. If you do not have the 121" wheel base I recommend the # 13344, which will require some drilling. Both hitches are rated for 4,000 lbs towing and 400 tongue weight. For your 7 pin round plug trailer wiring and brake controller, you will need the following parts. T-One Wiring Harness # 118396 Universal Install Kit # ETBC7 Prodigy...
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• Parts Needed to Tow Trailer with 2008 Chevy Uplander
  Congratulations on the addition to the family! I took a look at the online version of the owner's manual for your 2008 Chevy Uplander and it lists a maximum trailer weight of 3,500 pounds. With this in mind your van is more than up to the task of pulling your loaded boat trailer with a healthy safety margin intact. Since you will be staying well under the vehicle's limits towing the trailer shouldn't put too much stress on the transmission or engine. I do just recommend verifying this...
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• Is the Factory Transmission Cooler Good Enough for Towing
  The factory transmission cooler on just about any vehicle is not really designed for towing applications. Since transmission fluid cannot be over-cooled, I do recommend adding a supplemental transmission cooler especially when towing. Transmission coolers are not vehicle specific, but some vehicles may need a special fitting for installation. I would need to know the year, make, and model of the vehicle to determine if it needs anything special. The most popular cooler is the Derale...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Chevy Uplander
  We do offer parts to allow your 2007 Chevy Uplander to be flat towed behind a motorhome. You would need to first start with a base plate kit. For that you would want the # BX1663. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Blue Ox Avail # BX7420. The great thing about this model is that it comes with safety cables. For lighting you can use...
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• Can 2015 Ford Edge Tow 3500-Lb Trailer
  The weight of a trailer you are able to tow with your 2015 Edge depends on a couple of things. I have attached a chart from page 228 of the owner's manual that shows the maximum trailer weight you can tow based on the drivetrain and engine size. Although I was not able to find a reference to a transmission cooler being required, it is always a good idea to have a cooler installed when towing. I have attached a link to our product page for the transmission coolers we have that are a...
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• Towing Capacity of 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe With Towing Package
  I took a look at the online owner's manual for a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe, which is what our source is for towing capacities, and it did not mention a transmission cooler as part of its trailer capacity. It simply stated that with a brake system and with the trailer package you have a 5,000 lb capacity, so if you have the trailer package you have a 5,000 lb capacity. It is very odd the dealership cannot tell you what is in your vehicle though if you have the trailer package, the owner's manual...
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• Recommendation for Complete Towing Setup on a 2007 Chevrolet Uplander 3.9 Liter
  I did some research on your 2007 Chevrolet Uplander and found that the maximum recommended towing capacity for this vehicle is 3,500 pounds. If your trailer is 2,600 pounds empty, you would be limited to 900 pounds or less of cargo. If 900 pounds of cargo sounds about right, you will need to check your hitch capacities and make sure it is capable of towing 3,500 pounds. You may find that a weight distribution system is needed to safely tow the maximum capacity with your vehicle. You should...
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• Hitch, Wiring and Ball Mount Kit for 2007 Chevrolet Uplander Towing Multiple Trailers
  If your 2007 Chevrolet Uplander has the 121-inch wheel base then the easiest hitch install will come with the Curt 2-inch Class III hitch # 13336 since this option is a no-drill install. This hitch and the 1-1/4-inch Curt # C12336 are the only such no-drill hitches offered. If your Uplander does not have this 121-inch wheel base then the option I suggest is the Draw-Tite # 75278 which does require drilling but costs less than others. Written instructions for all referenced hitches are...
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• How To Determine If 2009 Pontiac Montana SV6 Has Long Or Short Wheel Base
  To figure out if your 2009 Pontiac Montana SV6 has the short or long wheel base would be to measure from the center of the rear wheel to the center of the front wheel, or you can call your local GM dealer with your VIN and they should be able to look it up for you. If you get a measurement of 113" then you have the short wheel base, and if you get a measurement of 121" then you have the long wheel base. With that said the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75278 you were looking at fits both the...
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• Will A Brake Controller Work On A 2006 Pontiac Montana AWD
  You can use a brake controller on a 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 AWD. The 2006 model was renamed the Montana SV6. To install a brake controller on your vehicle you will need a 4-way at the rear of the vehicle and then use the Brake Controller 7 & 4 Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7, along with the brake controller. To install a 4-way trailer connector at the the rear of your vehicle you will use the Tow Ready T-One Wiring Harness, # 118396. This harness will plug into the back of your taillights...
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• Wiring for 2005 Chevy Uplander - which wire goes where?
  We have a T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector, part # 118396, for the 2005 Chevy Uplander that would make installation a breeze. If you are hard wiring in a wiring harness, you can use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993, to identify each wire. Be very careful in making sure the wiring harness you have is correct for your vehicle, as using an incorrect one could damage the electrical system and possibly the computer in your vehicle.
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• Equipping 2005 Saturn Relay for Towing
  Starting with the hitch, I would recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Receiver Hitch, part # 75278. If the vehicle was not equipped with the tow package which included the trailer connector, you will also need the wiring harness, part # 118396 to tap into the vehicle tail light circuits. You will need a draw bar, part # 2753 and a trailer ball. For a 2 inch ball, use part # 19247 for a 1-7/8 inch ball, use part # 19260. Your trailer should have the required ball size stamped somewhere on the...
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• Connection Point for Curt Trailer Wiring Harness 56077 on a 2007 Chevy Uplander
  I am sure you are looking in the right place but there are two possible options for what you might see. If a loose connector is not behind the driver side trim panel in the cargo area of your 2007 Chevy Uplander then it may already be connected to the tail light wiring. You would have to unplug that connection and insert the Curt wiring harness connectors in between that factory connection so the 4-Way end branches off of it. If that also is not present then you may need to pull up additional...
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• Installing an Electric Brake Controller in a 2007 Chevrolet Uplander with Tow Package
  From my research your 2007 Chevrolet Uplander does not have the wiring for a 7-way trailer connector or a brake controller already installed. So the # 3015-P will not work for you. In order to install a brake controller, like the Prodigy P2 # 90885 you'll need to hardwire it under your dash using our # ETBC7 kit. I've linked a video showing you this process on a 2006 Uplander. It's a different brake controller but the process will be the same. You'll also need a 4-way trailer connector...
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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for a 2006 Chevy Uplander
  Whenever available I always recommend a Class III 2 inch hitch for vehicles as they have higher towing capacities and since more accessories are made for 2 inch hitches they offer greater flexibility as well. For that you would want the Draw Tite hitch part # 75278. I attached an install video for you to check out as well. Since you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop...
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• Making Brake Stoplight Switch Connection When Installing Brake Controller on 2008 Chevy Uplander
  The Uplander uses a unique wiring set-up, in that the brake stoplight switch circuit is accessed differently than is typically done. Under the dash, to the left of the steering column, is the BCM or body control module. There is a very large 52-pin connector that plugs into the BCM. In the center of the connector, a white wire can be found that can be used to obtain a good brake signal. Tekonsha issued a Technical Bulletin complete with photos that you will find helpful, to view the bulletin...
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• Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch for 2008 Chevy Uplander with 113-Inch Wheelbase
  Draw-Tite Class III hitch # 75278 is a confirmed fit on the 2008 Chevy Uplander with 113-inch wheelbase. I verified this with Draw-Tite. This particular hitch fits all styles of this vehicle year/make/model. An installation video for this item is linked for you along with a helpful article. For a 4-pole wiring harness to power trailer lights (or a lighted hitch cover like # RP86530) you can use plug-and-play harness kit # 118396. For a towing kit with ball mount and hitch balls use part...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 2008 Chevy Uplander
  For your 2008 Chevy Uplander, I recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch # 75278. This Class III hitch is confirmed to fit your vehicle and has more than enough capacity to pull your 1,000 pound trailer with inflatables. It will provide you with a 2 inch receiver that will work great with a ball mount for towing or other accessories such as a bike rack that you may want to use down the line. I have attached an installation video on your Uplander that you can use for...
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• How Do I Know My Chevy Uplander Can Tow Long Distance
  The best way to make sure the vehicle can make that long of a trip is to have it checked by a mechanic. Since we are not there to actually check the vehicle over it is impossible to tell. You may be able to add a transmission cooler such as Derale Series 8000 part # D13503 if you have the space to install. A lot of customers add a transmission cooler to older towing vehicles to prolong the life of their transmission. Here are all of the correct components to tow the trailer with the...
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• Installation of a Brake Controller on a 2009 Pontiac Montana Van
  On a 2009 Pontiac Montana Van the problem is that the installation of a brake controller can shut down the brake light system in the van. The red brake wire that is on the back of the brake controller is normally connected to the cold side of the brake light switch to activate the trailer brakes when the brake pedal is applied. If that red wire from the brake controller is connected to the cold side of the brake light switch on the Montana Van it will shut down the whole brake light system. I...
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• Trailer Hitch, Ball Mount, Hitch Ball, and Trailer Wiring for a 2009 Chevy Uplander
  I spoke with my contact at Curt and she stated that, technically, Chevy stopped making an Uplander for the US market in 2008 so there is no 2009 model. They did continue to make them for the Canadian market which is why the Tech Tip states the hitch is for that market. However, she stated that as long as your 2009 Uplander has the 121 inch wheelbase, the Curt Hitch, # 13336 will fit. If yours does not have a 121 inch wheelbase, or you are not certain, she stated you could use Curt Hitch...
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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for 2009 Chevy Uplander
  For your 2009 Chevy Uplander we have the Draw Tite Hitch part # 75278 as a confirmed fit that would work well. It installs easily, is mostly hidden, and has great towing capacities. Then for trailer wiring the Tekonsha kit part # 118396 would be a really great option that installs easily as well. Pour votre Chevy Uplander 2009, nous avons la pièce d'attelage Draw Tite # 75278 comme un ajustement confirmé qui fonctionnerait bien. Il s'installe facilement, est principalement caché et possède...
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• Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2005 Pontiac Montana SV6
  For your 2005 Pontiac Montana SV6 you would want Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring # 118396. I attached installation instructions and an installation video for this product for you to check out also. The Hopkins Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring # HM41365 that you referenced is designed for the older generation style Montanas and would not work on your Montana SV6.
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• How to Pick Out Correct Ball Mount Rise/Drop for 2006 Buick Terraza Installing Draw Tite Hitch
  You are on the right track with all of the components you are planning for your 2006 Buick Terraza but there is more information needed to determine what rise/drop ball mount you would need. I attached an FAQ that details how to pick out the correct ball mount. Picking out the correct ball mount will allow your trailer to sit as level as possible. Basically you will first measure the height from the ground to the top of the receiver opening on the hitch while on level ground. Next, you...
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