7-Way & 4-Way For 2020 Ford F-250 That Can be Used at Same Time

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My 2020 Ford F250 has the original trailer wiring sockets of a round 7 pin OR a flat 4 pin. The covers are hinged so you can not use both at the same time. Why do they make the covers that way? What is the easiest way to use both at the same time?

asked by: Ted W

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Helpful Expert Reply:

I can't speak to why manufacturers make the covers that way, and as you said the covers are hinged so you cannot use both at the same time, so there isn't an easiest way to use both at the same time. If you need both at the same time on your 2020 Ford F-250, there is truly no option other than replacing the connector with a new one, the Reese Multi-Plug Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connectors # 74682.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

If your 2015 Ford F350 has the 2-1/2 inch hitch, you can use the Reese Titan #RP45292 Hitch Box Extension and Reducer. The extension is designed so that it can either be used in its 34 inch configuration or be cut down to 24 inches in length, which…

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Answer 2

This is a great question that there isn't exactly a great answer for. Hitch extenders not only put the weight further away from the hitch which would increase the leverage on the hitch, but they also add movement to the assembly which will…

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Answer 3

Hey Kyle, so I checked with Torklift and we actually have the numbers wrong on the 21 inch version. The #TL46CR is actually rated for 550 lb tongue weight and 5,500 lb total trailer weight.

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Hi George! I have a way to basically recreate the TorkLift Cannon Hitch Extension for 3" Factory Hitch Receivers - 24" Long #TL66CR that will fit your 2016 Ram 3500, but there is not one specifically for a 2-1/2" hitch, unfortunately.…

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If the trailer is less than 1 inch off of being perfectly level either up or down then it will be perfectly fine. Having it slightly higher would be better because presumably the tongue weight of the trailer will pull it down a little. You could also…

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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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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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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 10

Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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