Parts Needed to Install 5-Way Trailer Wiring Harness 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis

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I have a 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. I will be towing a boat with surge brakes so I need a 5 way wiring kit. What do you recommend?

asked by: Frank

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Since there isn't a custom fit 4-way for your 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis the best solution would be the 5-way kit part # 119177 that you referenced. If there's a custom fit 4-way normally a 4-way with a 5-way adapter is easiest but for your vehicle the # 119177 is best route.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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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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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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You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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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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Hi Calvin! All of the pre-greased hubs/drums, like the Terran Industries Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3.5K Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 #TX68VJ, come with bearings made overseas and are all basically the same quality. At least that I…

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There is no exact way to determine the leaf spring length. The best way to determine the length for a replacement is by measuring the existing leaf springs. The hanger distance and shackle length can help you get a good idea, but you're looking…

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Hey Victor, yes the Long U-Bolt Kit part #RM33KT is a Roadmaster brand u-bolt kit. This does include nuts and washers as well.

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Hi Chas, The Lippert Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer part #LC53CK may work for your trailer, but that will depend on what equalizer is currently on your trailer. In order to determine what equalizers would be a fit for your trailer, we'll…

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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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Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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