Parts Needed For Towing a Small Camping Trailer With 2023 Jeep Wrangler Without Factory Tow Package  

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First I recommend using a Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT78MR on your 2023 Jeep Wrangler. This receiver is compatible with weight distribution and sway hitches which will make towing your camping trailer safer. It also has a welded mount for your 7-way connector. This will save you from having to drill into your rear bumper to secure the 7-way.

For the wiring you will first need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118786 which will connect to your factory tail lights. This will give you a 4-way flat which will connect to the Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7. This kit will provide you with the additional wiring needed to run a charge line and the brake wire for the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR. You will need the Pigtail # RED69FR to connect the Liberty controller to the universal wiring. I do recommend getting the Universal Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751000 as the wiring for the brake switch on your Jeep is very thin and difficult to access. This switch will mount to the brake pedal giving you a easier install.

I recommend using a Fastway e2 Weight Distribution # FA92-00-0600 for towing your camping trailer. This will help to reduce the amount your rear suspension sags giving you a safer ride and will reduce sway caused by strong winds on the highway. You will need to ensure the tongue weight on your trailer is between 250-600lbs to use this hitch. You will then need either a 2" # EQ91-00-6080 or 2-5/16" # EQ91-00-6100 hitch ball to match your trailer coupler. A 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 is needed to install either of the above hitch balls in the e2 hitch head.

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