How to Install Turn Signals/Marker Lights on Side of 5th Wheel
Published 11/10/2021
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Trying to locate a side marker lite that also works as directional for 2018 jayco eagle 5th wheel. Can u suggest which one?
asked by: Ron B
Expert Reply:
We do have an option that would work for you, but it will take a bit of finagling to make it work for you.
The turn signals on a trailer are combined on the same circuit as the brake lamps, so you'll need to use a vehicle to vehicle taillight converter like # 118158 to separate out the brake lamp signals so your side mounted directional/marker lamp doesn't illuminate with the brake pedal.
For lamps, I'd recommend the # ST75AB. Because the converter isn't compatible with LED lamps, you'll need to use an incandescent lamp. You'll also need one # a70gb grommet per lamp, one # BK70BB mounting bracket and one # A45PB wiring pigtail per lamp.
You'll wire the # 118158 by tapping the inputs into the right and left turn circuits upstream from the # ST75AB lamps. The green output powers the passenger turn signal which will be the red wire on the # A45PB pigtail. The yellow output wire will power the driver side turn signal, which will also be the red wire on the pigtail. The running lamp circuit which is usually the brown wire will bypass the converter. The black wire on each pigtail will tap into the running lamp circuit. The red output wire on the # 118158 converter carries the brake lamp signal, which you won't need.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light with Reflex Reflector - 2 Diodes - Red Lens
- Trailer Lights
- Clearance Lights
- Marker
- Oval
- Surface Mount
- Non-Submersible Lights
- LED Light
- 4L x 1-1/2W Inch
- Red
- Command Electronics
more information >
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: In-Depth Review of the Right Angle 3-Wire Pigtail for Optronics Trailer Lights
- Video: A Closer Look at the Right Angle 3-Wire Pigtail for Optronics Trailer Lights
- Video: Ultimate Overview of the Right Angle 3-Wire Pigtail for Optronics Trailer Lights
- Shop: Optronics LED Side Marker Light and Mid-Ship Turn Signal - Submersible - 9 Diodes - Amber Lens
- Shop: PVC Grommet for 6-1/2" Oval Trailer Tail Lights
- Shop: LED Mid-Ship Turn Signal and Intermediate Marker - Waterproof - 9 Diodes - Oval - Amber
- Shop: Right Angle 3-Wire Pigtail for Optronics Trailer Lights - 3-Prong PL-3 Plug - 10" Lead
- Shop: TecNiq Side Marker Grommet - 2.5"
- Q&A: Need Tail Lights And Wiring For 5x7 Utility Trailer
- Q&A: Replacement Fender and Light Mount for Tow Dolly
- Q&A: How to Connect Auxiliary Battery to Popup Camper 7-Way for Off Grid Camping
- Search Results: trailer lights
- Search Results: command electronics trailer lights
- Search Results: rv plug adapters
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
on Trailer Lights
