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Replacement OEM 7-Way

Written by Hitchweb Team Thursday, November 8, 2012

I DAMAGED MY OEM 7 WAY, IS THERE A DIRECT PLUG IN REPLACEMENT?

Plug in 7-way harnesses are pre-built to fit an OEM connector that installs into the factory harness at the rear of the vehicle. Just plug in the vehicle specific pre-wired harness for a quick fix and you'll be on your way.

11-893 oem 7 way replacement

#11-893 FIT DESCRIPTION:

  • 97 - Current Ford
  • 99 - Current GM
  • Audi with Factory Socket
  • Nissan with Factory Socket
  • Porsche with Factory Socket
  • Volkswagen with Factory Socket
11-916 oem 7 way...
Posted in Towing 101

When Do I Need A Power Converter

Written by Hitchweb Team Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Power Converter

When Do I Need A Power Converter?

A converter is required when the towing vehicle has separate wires for brake lights and turn signals. Converters provide power directly from the battery, bypassing the electronics on vehicles that can not handle the extra amp load that trailer lights require. Most trailers operate on a two wire system where the brake lights and turn signals operate on the same wire. When the towing vehicle has separate wires for brake lights and turn signals, a taillight converter is required. The converter you choose must be based on the type of vehicle and trailer you are towing.

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Fifth Wheels And 5.5' Beds

Written by Hitchweb Team Monday, October 29, 2012

I have a 5.5' truck bed, can I install a fifth wheel hitch?

Due to trailer to cab clearance, installation of a fifth wheel on any bed less than 6' was not recommended. PullRite created the SuperGlide to fix this problem. SuperGlide 5th Wheel's automatically move the trailer away from the cab while making turns - allowing up to 90° turning without stopping, slowing down or even thinking about the space between the truck & trailer - and then automatically returns the hitch and trailer to the safe towing position over the truck axle when the turn is completed. No more having to get out of your truck to adjust your 5th Wheel!

PullRite SuperGlide

 


Hitch Extensions Reduce Capacity

Written by Hitchweb Team Thursday, October 18, 2012

Hitch Extension

Why do hitch extensions reduce capacity by 50%?

The limiting factor is the capacity of your hitch. Using a hitch extender will reduce your hitch's overall capacity by 50%. The extender is made of two different sized pieces of steel that are welded together; an outer dimension piece of solid steel that inserts into the hitch and welded to the other end is a piece of tube with a 2x2 inside dimension. The part where both pieces join is known as the 'weak spot'. Follow the link to view our selection of Receiver Hitch Extensions

 

Posted in Towing 101

Wire Connector Color Chart

Written by Hitchweb Team Tuesday, October 16, 2012

What are the wire colors on trailer wiring connectors?

Trailer Feed (Blue Wire): This is the wire that supplies brake power for the controller to the 6-way or 7-way trailer connector at the back of the vehicle. Some vehicles with factory tow packages already have this wire run from under the dash to the rear of the vehicle. If it does not have this, the wire will need to be run along the underside of the vehicle and through the firewall to the Brake Control mounting location. The blue wire is attached to the brake control on your vehicle side and the brake away switch on the trailer side.

Ground (White Wire): This wire is connected from the brake controller to the ground location.

Brake Switch (Red Wire): This can be found near the top of the brake pedal. The wire that has power when the brake pedal is pressed can be found using a circuit tester. This wire is attached to the fuse block or Fused battery lead on the vehicle side and attached the the break away kit, interior lights, and battery charger on the trailer side.

Battery Power (Black Wire): This is the connection that supplies...

Posted in Towing 101