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I would start by inspecting the connector on your trailer and the vehicle to make sure there is not corrosion in the connector which could be causing a bad or weak connection. If there is corrosion in the trailer side connector, you would need to…
view full answer...It sounds like you need an extension with two 7-blades on it, but in order to do this you will need to get a plug and lead as well as a plug. So you will need the 7-Way Molded Trailer Wire Connector #H20043 (4 feet long) or the coiled Bargman…
view full answer...The best route for having brake lights, turn signals, and running lights on your trailer with an Australian 7-way is to use the Vehicle to Vehicle Tail Light Converter #118158. With this system, this will split up the wiring signals for your brake…
view full answer...You can definitely ground your trailer brake assemblies to your trailer frame. This will be just as effective and also will be a much easier install.
view full answer...Electric brakes have 2 wires located at the back. One is for power and the other is for ground (it doesn't matter which is used for which function). The ground wires should be connected to the trailer frame. The only other place that would carry…
view full answer...The Nylon Bushing - 7/8" Inner Diameter, 1-1/8" Outer Diameter - 3" Long #TRBU13871 should do the job and press fit into the eye of your leaf spring. Then the Trailer Suspension Bolt #7-260-2 is 4-1/2" long and 7/8" in…
view full answer...I have included a picture that shows where you will want to measure the spindle. Measurements need to be as accurate as possible so I recommend using dial or digital calipers to take the measurements. If the other hub is still present you could pull…
view full answer...The 2015 Jeep Patriot with either 2.0L or 2.4L engine does have a towing capacity of 1000-lbs; the 2.4L models with the Trailer Tow Prep Package (AHC) or the Freedom Drive II Off Road Package (AWL) can tow up to 2000-lbs trailer weight. You can see…
view full answer...Your 2016 Jeep Patriot Latitude is limited to either 1,000lbs or 2,000lbs of towing capacity. If you have either the Freedom Drive II Off Road Package or Trailer Tow Prep Package with the 2.4L engine your towing capacity is 2,000lbs, anything else…
view full answer...I recommend the Kodiak Synthetic Bearing Oil for Oil Bath Hubs - 8 oz Bottle #XLPROLUBE. It is a 90 weight synthetic oil. Dexter bought out Kodiak so this meets their specifications. I've also attached a photo of Dexter's recommended Oil…
view full answer...The Replacement 13" Rotor for Dexter Disc Brakes part #K71-631-00 will work with either 9/16" or 5/8" diameter studs.
view full answer...The shank of the Pro Series Adjustable 3-Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 4-3/4" Drop, 5-11/16" Rise - 14K #63070 you were looking at is 9-1/8" tall as shown in the included diagram.
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