Can Fulton XLT Powered Drive Trailer Jack Be Powered by Truck's 7-Way Connector

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Can this jack be powered from the trucks rear 7-way, 12V trailer plug? Is the trucks wiring capable of handling the load? I have a 2015 Toyota Tundra with towing package. The review/instruction videos all have a separate stand-alone battery that powers the jack.

asked by: Gary D

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The 12V circuit from your truck's 7-Way isn't typically the best source to power a higher-rated accessory like the Fulton XLT Powered Drive Trailer Jack # F141401 that you referenced. You might be able to operate the jack in this manner but it will likely be slow going and you may blow a fuse under the hood depending on the type of load you're looking at.

The best way to power an electric jack really is with a dedicated 12V battery like you mentioned. This will ensure quick and reliable operation whenever you need it. I have attached a short video review on this jack that you can check out as well.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Tony

10/14/2024

Can the black and white wires on the XLT be wired into a 7 way plug?

Chris R.

10/14/2024

@Tony The power and ground wires could potentially be wired into the 7-Way's wiring, assuming the 12V wire/pin is active. Just like I talked about above, though, depending on how much power that circuit's actually sending out, it might have a tough time operating the jack efficiently. Worth a shot though!

Answer 1

The Fulton XLT jack part #F141401 would need to run to the 12 volt accessory circuit of the 7-way on the trailer for the black wire and then to the ground circuit for the white wire. If you check out the attach diagram you'll see where these…

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Answer 2

You could use a 2-pole connector like the #HM47965 to wire the Fulton XLT Powered Drive Trailer Jack #F141401 to connect to the power and ground wire on the jack and route it to your vehicle battery, but a much easier way is just adding a 7-way…

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Answer 3

The Fulton #F141401 XLT Powered side-mount trailer jack has a lift capacity of 2500 lbs, so it will handle your trailer's 1100 lb tongue weight with no problem whatsoever. The jack draws 15 amps, and you'd want a battery that had a minimum…

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Answer 4

Electric tongue jacks like the Electric Jack w/ Footplate - A-Frame - 25-1/8" Lift - 3.5K - Black #EJ-3520-BBX are designed to use a 12v power so if you want constant power I recommend using a trailer battery for connection. If you only want…

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Answer 5

In a typical RV-style 7-way the 12V charge circuit is carried on the pin at the 1-o-clock position as you look at the socket from the rear of the vehicle. Please refer to the linked photo. The 12V feed from a vehicle 7-way can deliver just enough…

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Answer 6

I spoke with my contact at Fulton and he told me that the max amperage the Fulton XLT jack part #F141401 would draw is 15 amps before it would trip it's internal breaker. This breaker automatically resets itself. Because of that there's no…

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Answer 7

Due to the importance of a properly functioning break away system, it would be best to leave the existing break away battery in place and add an additional battery for powering the jack. A standard automotive or small deep-cycle 12 volt battery would…

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Answer 8

It is recommend to power the Fulton XLT Powered Drive Trailer Jack - Drop Leg - Side Mount - 22" Lift - 2,500 lbs item #F141401 off of your trailer's battery. So to answer your question, yes it is ok to run both your trailer brakes and the…

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Answer 9

The maximum amperage that the Fulton XLT jack #F141401 will draw is 15amps, so a 12v battery with at least 150 amp hour rating would be optimal to ensure that it's properly powered and also is not going to draw down too much with frequent use…

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Answer 10

I have attached a photo for you that shows how a 7-way trailer connector is wired. If you take a look at the trailer side trailer connector you will see a terminal labeled "12V Power". If you were to run a wire part #10-1-1 (per foot) from…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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