Since your 2000 Dodge Durango does not have the tow package wiring installed you will need to install a working 4-way connector, #118334, first and then install a 4-way to 7-way adapter, #37185. There is not a connection point for the factory…
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75081 you purchased is the one I would recommend. This is the only option that has a concealed cross tube which gives it a cleaner look and better clearance. However, since it sounds like you do not…
According to Dexter Axle, the attachment bolts for a 5-bolt brake assembly should be torqued to 30-50 foot/lbs. If you don't have a torque wrench handy, if you tighten the bolts until the lock washers flatten out, you'll be pretty darn close…
The red wire on the brake controller connects to the stop light wire on the brake switch located above the brake pedal. You will need to use a circuit tester like #PTW2993 to probe the wires. You need the one that shows a signal ONLY when the brake…
For the wiring, you can add a 7-way to your 2021 Durango, but the harness you mentioned won't fit, so you will need a couple different parts. First you'll need a 4-way for the lighting functions, and then a 7-way adapter which will give you…
The attachment bolts for a 5-bolt brake assembly like the part #AKEBRK-6R should be torqued to 30-50 foot/lbs. If you don't have a torque wrench handy, if you tighten the bolts until the lock washers flatten out, you'll be pretty darn close…
While I can sympathize with your issue, it is not safe to tow a trailer if you only have a 2" hitch ball and your trailer coupler is designed for a 2-5/16" hitch ball, even for a short distance; the insecure connection between hitch ball…
The percent of the rating you can use for your 5,200 lb axle is 100%. The axles on your tandem axle trailer are designed to hold 5,200 lbs each or 10,400 lbs total. As long as you are not exceeding this amount there is no reason to increase axle…
On a trailer the brake lights and turn signals operate on the same wire/bulb. So, it is odd when the turn signals work, but the brake lights don't. There are 3 possible causes for this that are more likely than any of the other possible causes.…
It could be a tow package fuse on the vehicle. Use the owners manual to find the locations of fuses/relays related to the tow package wiring to check them and replace as needed. If the issue is not a fuse or relay then you can test the vehicle side…
