Wiring In Bed Trailer Connector

[wolfman00hd]

I am getting ready to install my B&W Turnover and Prodigy Brake Controller. For the time being, I will be only pulling a gooseneck for equipment transport. What/where is the best way to install the light/brake hookup plug inside the bed? Also, any tips on where to source these parts or should I just have them install it when they do my hitch? When will the dealers start doing this as part of the "Towing Pkg. "? Come on, DC. Use your noggin!!!

 

[klenger]

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

 

[BNeathery]

Wolfman,

I've had 2 B&W hitches installed, each by a different place , yet both threw in the inbed plug... Even if they would have charged me I would have paid for it as they had the tools handy since they were already drilling the bed for the hitch... Good luck, Bill

 

[GerryDrake]

Placement

Where the plug is installed is important too. Having had such plugs on 3 trucks, I really like where the last installer put the plug. It is in the vertical post below the left rear stake-hole. Centered 9 inches below the railtop, it is very accessible by reaching over the tailgate, yet not in the way. An easy install too as far as routing the wires... . straight up from the bottom. Having had them down low, and forward in the bed, this is hands down the best location I have seen. .

 

[MartyK]

I added a 7-way connector to the bed of my truck in the same location klenger has his. Use his instructions they are very helpful. (Thanks Ken) The one thing I did differently was I purchased a Draw Tite t-connector 18381. This connector plugs into the factory wiring harness on the backside of your 7-way connector. I then did all my splicing in this piece and did not have to cut into the trucks wiring harness.