Plug and Play Tow Bar Wiring Recommendation for 2018 Ford F-150

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What wiring kit is used for 2018 f150 w/LED tail lights when towing 4down? What brand is compatible? I prefer plug and play not cutting of wires. Thanks

asked by: Tom

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For a plug and play style of tow bar lighting kit that is a confirmed fit for your 2018 Ford F-150 we have the Hopkins kit part # HM56009 that is a confirmed fit.

This plugs in line with the taillight wiring of your truck and makes for a very easy install.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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We've actually heard of this issue before. You can thank one of our tech support guys for finding a simple solution for this. Even Hopkins wasn't aware of it. First of all the harness is just fine and you didn't install anything…

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Yes, the Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit #HM56009 is confirmed to fit all models of the 2018 Ford F-150. It will work perfect for flat towing your F-150. Keep in mind that a complete flat towing setup includes a base plate kit, tow bar, safety…

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Yes, most likely you did damage the relay. The good news is it's a very common automotive type relay you could take to a local car parts store and they'd be able to get you set up with a low cost replacement.

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When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available, and…

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Whether or not you can flat tow with a Jeep bumper is really up to the manufacturers testing; some of the big names like MetalCloak or Poison Spyder have bumpers with D-ring attachments that can be used for flat towing connections. This is great…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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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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