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Robb
Dodge Dakota
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7/16/2002
20:01:35
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 Subject: RV 7-pin wire harness advice
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I've got a 2001 dakota 4x4 and am in the process of purchasing a small travel trailer that requires a 7-pin connection. Since my dakota didn't come with the hook-up I'll either install the harness myself or have it installed by my local Chrysler dealer. I paid them a visit today and found the 7-pin wiring harness that I need in their Mopar assessories catalog. My question is two-fold...is this something I could tackle myself or should I leave it up to the "pros"? Secondly, I wonder about how to hook-up the electric trailer brake control module that is also needed for the trailer and how I merge the brake control module into the wiring harness? I know about nuts and bolts, but electrical stuff gives me fits. Appreciate the help and advice.
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Glenn
Dodge Dakota
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7/16/2002
20:30:47
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My 2001 Durango came with the tow package, but it also came with a seperate plug with wires coming out of it for trailer brakes. The truck should already have a plug somewhere, all you need is the adapter. A friend of mine had to buy one at a trailer store and it ran about $30. Depending on how much the dealer wanted to charge I would let them do it, or check at a trailer store and see what they would charge.
Glenn
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James
GenIII
7/16/2002
21:25:58
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I believe Robb is talking about the connector on his truck. It sounds like it didn't come with the tow package.
If you're not comfortable with doing the wiring yourself, then definitely let the dealer do it. They should stand behind their work, just be sure they don't use those insipid "scotch-loc" connectors. Those things are as useless as tits on a bull.
02 QC 4x4, 5.9L/auto, 3.92/LSD, Leather, SLT Plus
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Glenn
Dodge Dakota
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7/16/2002
21:32:55
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Are the scotch-loc connectors the type that just "clip" onto the wire you are trying to tap into. If so, that is what the stereo store used to hook up my alarm system and I am currently having problems with it. I have to agree, crap product.
Glenn
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James
GenIII
7/16/2002
21:51:56
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What ever fool designed that, should be skinned alive for all the pain he's caused people with that product. The worst part is the install shops should know better, but use them anyway!
If you replace everyone of them on your alarm, I bet you'll find it works better.
Robb, sorry I missed the second question you had. The brake module for trailer brakes would have plugged into the dash harness on your truck if it had factory tow package. I'm not sure what is under there to hook it to with out that package. I would just have the dealer hook everything up at the same time to be sure it all works as needed. Be sure to ask if they'll stand behind their work though.
02 QC 4x4, 5.9L/auto, 3.92/LSD, Leather, SLT Plus
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Glenn
Dodge Dakota
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7/16/2002
22:36:06
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James,
I decided to look for the problem myself tonight. My problem was that my parking lights were not flashing with the arm/disarm, and they would not light when it was running from the remote start. Guess what I found? Sure enough, where they tapped into my parking light wire, the POS connector was not making contact. I took the blue one off that they used and replaced it with a smaller red one. This one is tight and there is no short when I give it a good wiggle and twist. We will see. If I start having lots of problems I will take it back in and request they replace all the connectors.
Glenn
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James
GenIII
7/16/2002
22:57:45
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Glenn, if you used another scotch-loc instead of a butt connector, it'll happen again. When you have the time, go through the system and replace every one you find with a weather-proof butt-connector. You'll save yourself lot's of aggrevation down the road.
The problem with the scotch-locs is that when you crimp them, you are cutting some of the strands in the wires when the blade cuts through the insulation, vibration from the motor running and going down the road does the rest. Eventually, it just cuts the wire and you need to replace it anyway.
02 QC 4x4, 5.9L/auto, 3.92/LSD, Leather, SLT Plus
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