What Does RV Style in a 7-Way Cable Mean?
Updated 05/03/2024 | Published 05/02/2024
Question:
When searching for a 7 pin wiring cable for my trailer I see some of them say RV Style and some dont. What is the difference?
asked by: Lane G
Expert Reply:
It differentiates from how other 7-Ways are wired like agricultural and utility equipment. The Hopkins 7-Way item # HM20087 you were looking at is wired in the RV style which is consider standard. You do want one in the standard 7-way RV style. That's what the 7-way on vehicles use.
I have linked a diagram below that will break down the differences in the three different styles 7-ways come wired in. This diagram will also help you get the item # HM20087 installed on your trailer.
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