Trailer Hitch and Brake Controller Recommendation for 2016 Ford F-150 with 4-Way Trailer Connector

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I am looking to install a towing package on my 2016 f150, but want to ensure I get everything I need in one purchase, for times sake. My truck already has a 4 pole outlet on the bumper. Please review the list below and let me know if I need anything else for the installation. Thank you for your time and help! Class III hitch C86HR Universal kit for 4-7 pole brake controller etbc7 Tekonsha brake contoller

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For your 2016 Ford F-150 the Curt hitch part # C86HR is a confirmed fit and would work great. Then to convert the 4-way to a 7-way and install the brake controller would actually want the part # 37185 and the brake controller install harness part # 22292.

Follow the 4-way trailer connector wires from the trailer connector to the front of the vehicle. These wires connect to a factory plug along the frame rail, usually on the driver's side, between the back tires and the rear bumper. The factory plug should be mated to another connector which has wiring that continues back toward the bumper.

There are more wires coming from the front of the vehicle than there are coming out toward the 4-Way plug. Ford wires the front of the vehicle as if it will be manufactured with a 7-Way plug, so all the 7-Way wires are run to this connector on the frame rail. This allows a 7-Way wiring harness to simply plug in line with the wiring coming from the front of the vehicle. If the vehicle were made with a 4-Way plug, it would plug into the same connector. Because a 4-Way plug would not require them, the additional wires are terminated at the pictured set of mated connectors.

For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate amount to the trailer brakes.

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Since your boat trailer has a 7-way on it currently and has surge brakes what you would want is the 4-way to 7-way adapter part #37185 Kevin. Your 4-way will plug into this and all of the taillight functions of the 7-way will be active. If you also…

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Answer 2

The #HM47200 would indeed adapt your existing 4 pole to a 7-way blade-style trailer connector. In that respect, it would work just fine. However, I typically recommend going with the #37185 instead, as the adapter also offers a 4-pole connector. If…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

The only trailer wiring options we have for your 2002 Toyota Tundra is 4-ways like the part #118378 which you could convert with a 7-way adapter like the part #37185 which also happens to have a 4-way on the side of it like you wanted.

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Answer 5

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" item #C13360 would have enough capacity to haul your Forest River Wildwood trailer. This hitch is also a confirmed fit for your 2008 Ford F-150. I have linked an installation…

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Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch for the Ford F-150, 2007, part #C13365, can be used on all models of 2007 Ford F-150s, so it will work on your 2007 Ford F-150. I have attached installation instructions below for you to check out also. You may also be…

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No you would have to upgrade to a new hitch as there aren't any hitches for trucks that fit between brands and in most cases they only fit for a few years at a time. A very popular option for your 2006 Ford F-150 is the Curt hitch part #C13365…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

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…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 12

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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