Installing a 7-Pin 5th Wheel Connector on 2004's

[klenger]

I've added some detailed instructions to my web page on installing a 7-pin trailer connector in the bed for 5th wheel and gooseneck towing on 2004 trucks. Includes pages from the Dodge wiring manual for reference.



http://www.klenger.net/dodge/7-pin-connector-installation/index.html

 

[Ver Hey]

Klenger, I took my 2004. 5 2500 Quad SB in this morning to have a 5th wheel hitch installed. I wanted the 7 pin connector on the inside, but was told that there was not enough room between the walls of the bed. Needless to say, I was very disappointed. The tought of the cable hanging over the tale gate makes me sick. Obviously you installed one on your truck. Did it take a special or certain brand of connector. Did you modify the connector. Any help would be appreciated.

Oh, and guess what. They drilled a hole (probably 1/2 in) into my gas tank. 325 miles on my truck. Thanks.

 

[klenger]

The plug and harness part number is shown on the link shown above. I had no clearance problems at all. If you are not comfortable doing it yourself, find another shop. It's not hard. Print out a copy of my instructions and show it to them.

 

[Gary - K7GLD]

"They drilled a hole (probably 1/2 in) into my gas tank. "



GEE, isn't it sorta hard to hafta get under the truck to plug the trailer into that fuel tank?



AHHhhh the quality of "expert help" these days!

 

[klenger]

Oxymoron: "Professional Installation"

 

[Ver Hey]

I forgot to mention that I also wanted them to install a 7pin connector in the bed of my truck. They told me that they could NOT do that because there was not enough room between the walls of the bed. I just finished installing the connector by myself. It was very easy to put in with lots of room to spare.

 

[Ver Hey]

Klenger, I just installed the connector that you mentioned. Thanks for your help. Real easy job.

 

[SOLER]

Originally posted by Ver Hey

Oh, and guess what. They drilled a hole (probably 1/2 in) into my gas tank. 325 miles on my truck. Thanks.

I hope they bought you a new one. Sheeeesh.



SOLER