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  • @Equiluxe1
    @Equiluxe1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I used to manufacture trailers (retired now) The light lead getting damaged was a continuous problem on the trailers I built for builders and farmers so I put a socket on the trailer (the same type as on the towing vehicle) and shipped the trailers with a lighting lead with a plug on each end.When the lead got damaged it was then just a simple job of supplying another lead.

    • @NikkiTheOtter
      @NikkiTheOtter 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've seen some rental places doing something similar, but with the trailer-side lead shortened to be bolted to the frame, and then they had 3,4, and 6' lead extenders to connect with. I've considered doing the same for my trailer, but honestly, my trailer is a 4-pin with 4 dead bulbs. It's not worth the investment yet.

  • @deant876
    @deant876 4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    When I add a junction block, I always add a ground to the mounting bolt. You can never have to many grounds

    • @Lagggerengineering
      @Lagggerengineering 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's a damn good idea!

    • @bobm7275
      @bobm7275 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      true statement

    • @markroderick3300
      @markroderick3300 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      actually if you were working on a car stereo too many grounds can cause a lot of noise in a sound system in a car/truck

    • @markroderick3300
      @markroderick3300 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Todd Orton when i build a sound system with amps and crossovers and all that i ground everything even the radio/headunit in one spot usually back where the amp grounds (seatbelt bolt) i end up with less to no alternator whine that way

    • @lostintime8651
      @lostintime8651 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      * too

  • @kejay74
    @kejay74 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Hey Stephen!
    Yeah, 07:00 you are describing Klipstein's 4th law of electrical engineering! "Any wire cut to length will be too short!". LOL!
    Ken

    • @Jenuin
      @Jenuin 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      kejay74 I always leave extra haha

    • @kejay74
      @kejay74 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Michael Jason Bourne Understood. There are two kinds of people that deserve damnation....Thieves & ‘Short wire’ electricians!!
      LOL
      Ken

  • @MrPremium08
    @MrPremium08 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Been rewiring trailers at work that have been hacked on over the years and have the 4 pin connectors instead of the 7 pin so brakes work. It has really helped me understand trailer wiring. 2 trailers completely rewired with functioning brakes and breakaway switches. One trailer I had to order new brakes because the old ones had been gutted. Towing heavy stuff is so much better with a operating trailer brakes.

  • @akalostlove
    @akalostlove 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I dont only put these boxes on my trailers I also put on my trucks . Also put some die electric grease on the terminals helps if water makes it in . Steve you are right to seal the box up they do tend to get water in them . These boxes make a good easy place to start when trying to figure out a wireing problem.

  • @tymmay46
    @tymmay46 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was going to post the same thing about the wire. I'm not a mechanic, just like to tinker, but I ordered the same setup for my trailer and found out the hard way. Wired completely wrong. I added diodes and a switch so I could have reverse lights and work lights from the same set of LEDs, plus I had to get the correct relay for my F350. I live in upstate NY so I siliconed the hell out of it as well. We'll see how long that'll last.

  • @2LateIWon
    @2LateIWon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    That's my same philosophy about borrowing other peoples stuff always bring it back in better condition. Great video

    • @truckguy6666
      @truckguy6666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Unfortunately the guy with that philosophy is usually the guy that owns the nice equipment. The borrowers DGAF. At least thats been my experience.

    • @butter262
      @butter262 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      it would be great if my neighbor ever returned borrowed tools.

  • @adamdecker5785
    @adamdecker5785 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a long time truck driver, liked this video, trailer pullers always should always carry black electrical tape, also carry a electrical probe, also a good roll of MacGyver tape, get er done!!!!

  • @eugenesnell6600
    @eugenesnell6600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad to finally be able to comment. I wish I had known about those boxes about 15 years ago. My bosses trailer cables were more electrical tape than insulation. I ended up rigging up a terminal block up completely covered in silicone caulk until we could get another wire harness for his trailer.

  • @richardbaumeister466
    @richardbaumeister466 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your work ethic is perfect. I always give borrowed equipment better than before I borrowed it. BRAVO!

  • @plumber77mjr
    @plumber77mjr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love how you return things after using them! Great morals.

  • @robertnessmith4049
    @robertnessmith4049 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job. I’ve been doing automotive wiring for 15 years and you did a great job covering the subject.

  • @kevinroberts9580
    @kevinroberts9580 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought a brand new 6 by 12 trailer back in 2005. Have a couple problems with the lights not working correctly, took it to a place to have it fixed and they said the entire trailer was wired wrong not even close as you say. They redid it and it's worked great ever since

  • @richexs
    @richexs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hi Stephen, Living in AZ well aware of what the sun does to plastic. Would recommend creating an aluminum shield to cover it, works great as a rock deflector also.

  • @rakman88
    @rakman88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I took it one step further for my trailer. Made the pigtail removable, with another 7 pin connector on the other end. The internals of the male and female ends are interchangeable with minor modifications. Being able to take the cord and keep it out of the weather or possibility of being damaged was well worth the time it took to do it. The other thing I do is, run a ground wire to everything. Don't rely on connections to the frame that will rust.

  • @milesgerschefske6231
    @milesgerschefske6231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad I waited till the end to comment
    I always put the junction box farther back but before the axles to make trailer brake wires as short as possible. And centralize the market lights.
    I agree with his comment about a semi style second plug on the trailer but I usually only see the round pin style double sided pigtails... most light duty trucks and trailers I've seen use the blade type plugs. I believe the semi used a different color code as well.
    And my final gripe is that I always run a jumper wire from the ground in the junction box to one of the mounting bolts just because I can.

    • @davemaier2563
      @davemaier2563 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am about to install a JB myself, if you take the time to read the instructions, it clearly states that the wiring colours are likely not correct. Just change the order of the trailer wires in the box, you may have to start over on the connectors to have correct lengths though.

  • @tiredoldmechanic1791
    @tiredoldmechanic1791 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every trailer manufacturer seems to wire the flat pin differently. I like to wire 7 wire round setups like a semi trailer. Green is right turn, yellow is left turn, red is brake lights, white is ground, blue is 12 volt positive, brown is tail and marker lights and black is clearance lights. I like to have a female receptacle on the trailer like a semi trailer and a coiled cord so it doesn't drag. There are adapters available to plug 7 wire round pin to 7 wire flat pin. You can also get an adapter to 4 wire flat connector so you can pull any trailer. It's sometimes handy to make your own adapters so you can change the wiring to match a trailer that isn't wired as expected.

  • @billwoehl3051
    @billwoehl3051 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lol "I'm about to start plotting!" 🤣 Sleep with one eye open Steven, you might wake up with one eyebrow, or something super glued!!!!🤣😁😂

  • @stevenbauer7744
    @stevenbauer7744 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My dad had a version of those wire strippers, must have been from the 1950's/60's. Reminded me of the "Rock'em Sock'em Robots". They worked well back then too.

  • @patrickmalone6833
    @patrickmalone6833 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Text book trailer loan out. Never returns the way it left.

    • @4486xxdawson
      @4486xxdawson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      My brother lends his trailer out all the time and at least 3 times a year im fixing it , problem is when people dont own something they dont respect the value , if they had paid for the trailer they would respect it more , this is what i do , i ask the person who want to borrow can you afford to replace it if it gets wrecked ? And if they say yes then i say , then go buy your own because thats what i did , i needed it i bought it . Everyone wants to save a buck but when they damage they wont even cover the repair . I dont lend no more

    • @Ranchready496
      @Ranchready496 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂

    • @MJTAUTOMOTIVE
      @MJTAUTOMOTIVE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      A car trailer Is like your Girlfriend. You never let your friends use it because it always comes back F☆*ked.

    • @seymourskinner2533
      @seymourskinner2533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try owning a motorbike trailer. Was with other people more than with me😡

    • @gomerhondo7249
      @gomerhondo7249 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ‘There is Nothing wrong with the splice” as the tape is coming off and it is all gummy.

  • @ypop417
    @ypop417 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The other advantage of the 18 wheeler wiring is you can take the wire with you if you need to leave the trailer. (cuts down on theft)

    • @Jenuin
      @Jenuin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Y Pop oh I like that!

    • @WithTiny
      @WithTiny 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yeah because someone stealing your trailer is going to worry if it has lights LOL

    • @Jenuin
      @Jenuin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      True. But like everything. You can lock your door but if someone wants to come in they will. Most home doors only have a half inch of wood and a latch plate keeping you safe. So a trailer without lights won’t matter to someone if they want to steal it. Mine has a tongue lock and a wheel chock lock but five minutes with a grinder and they are gone. Again it’s all about how bad someone wants it. When you boil it down its really how much effort a thief is willing to put in. I have heard of guys stealing trailers locked up by backing up another trailer and a winch. They would be loaded and gone within minutes. So locks and lights are bypassed.

    • @ypop417
      @ypop417 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Jenuin I agree but it is another part in the fight

    • @joelstanhope7231
      @joelstanhope7231 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      But from experience i can tell you it gives you 2 places to have a bad connection

  • @teejay622
    @teejay622 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Rather than cutting off the sealed plug I would have just rewired the ends into the junction box to the appropriate terminals.
    Pretty easy to do. Use a test light to see where the wires go, regardless of wire color.
    Adding that end just doubled the amount of connections which defeated the entire purpose of installing the junction box.
    Not hating. Just stating the obvious.

    • @LMudfoot
      @LMudfoot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Did anybody ever stop to think that he may have ALREADY TESTED the lights & wiring to know for sure which wires went where. I always do to make sure I only have to do it once. I was told by my grandfather " if you don't have time to do it right now, what makes you think you'll have time to do it later." Very true. Have a great day.

    • @kenhibbard8454
      @kenhibbard8454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats what I did

  • @roundsm18
    @roundsm18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have done both female plugs on truck and trailer. Never had one stolen. Works great!

  • @wat265
    @wat265 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now you know sir mama would never roll her eyes LOL LOL y'all be blessed
    And thank you very much for the video very Helpful

  • @CARYDMAY
    @CARYDMAY 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’ve been using this set up on all my trailers for the last 10 or so years and have changed just about all my buddies to using it.

  • @brianhaygood183
    @brianhaygood183 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I also just love the connectors with the diagnostic lights on the connector. So much easier to diagnose problems. ETrailer has them as well as the box. Just make sure you don't get the RV version you got!

  • @hossrod
    @hossrod 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    2:18 FYI, these are not spare tire carriers. They are where the arms of a load leveling hitch attach to.

    • @MrSilverado1982
      @MrSilverado1982 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yea i was like what spare tire carriers!!! Lol

    • @mitchp350
      @mitchp350 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I noticed that as well..

    • @Sluggo01
      @Sluggo01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I quit watching..when he said spare tire carriers....rest of wideo was prolly not worth watching...

    • @michaelratliff7775
      @michaelratliff7775 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Helper Spring Shackles' or Load Leveling Spring Binders' I gotta say seeing someone mount a spare tire on those would probably make for an interesting video' 😷

    • @michaelratliff7775
      @michaelratliff7775 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Having said that, I mnt no disrespect to you Sir, I have enjoyed your videos! 😷

  • @timgodsey3095
    @timgodsey3095 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used to be trailer poor. I had about 8 of them and I though I had a full time job trying to keep lights working until I put those boxes and 7 wire cable on them. Best move you can make.

  • @t.r.766
    @t.r.766 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for saying that if you borrow something bring it back in better condition than you received it ! Subscribed.

  • @PapaRug.58
    @PapaRug.58 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always remember to give your self extra tail (length) on the cord as you can never have too much tail I did that for years when I built trailers in the heavy duty trade
    Good on you for repairing the wiring on buddies unit

  • @gamerkid2794
    @gamerkid2794 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I put the same junction box and semi pigtail on my trailer. I soldered the ends and used dielectric grease on all the connections. All of the lights have their own ground. I wish I could say it was the first time I wired it but I try not to lie.

  • @VigilanceTech
    @VigilanceTech 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I find that putting a little dielectric grease (or even axle grease or Vaseline) in the connectors before I crimp them makes them less likely to corrode later by keeping the air/moisture out

  • @roundsm18
    @roundsm18 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have done both female plugs on truck and trailer. Never had one stolen. Works great and then I have the conveniences you mentioned.

  • @LindenRanch
    @LindenRanch 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your suggestion of the 18 wheeler style and that is what I thought your video was about till the end. I will install the 18 wheeler style on my trailers.

  • @Briandswinford
    @Briandswinford 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There are 2 standards for trailer plugs. The RV has a standard, which is the plug you got, and the utility trailer, which is what you needed. But no need to cut off the end, just change your color codes in the box.

    • @vicpetrishak7705
      @vicpetrishak7705 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are 3 :
      7 - Way Traditional - utility / equipment / cargo trailers
      7 - Way RV Standard - 5th wheel / travel trailer / camper
      7 - Way Heavy Duty - commercial / agriculture trailers
      5/31/23

  • @MotoWilliams
    @MotoWilliams 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dielectric grease on connections in that junction box will go along way.

    • @saddletramp7215
      @saddletramp7215 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's some good stuff.Use whenever I make connections.

  • @flaviochocala3006
    @flaviochocala3006 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought one that was wired different as well. The plug fit the truck and was pretty well sealed, so I ohmed out the wire to the connectors and just swapped the connections in the junction box to match the trailers color/functions. I also left a note inside the junction box to remind me or to let the next user know.

  • @brownjoshua7
    @brownjoshua7 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My friend put one of these on my flatbed and two trailers now. Definitely a great idea.

  • @jeepindave5464
    @jeepindave5464 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Nothing beats a good stripper.
    Uhaul uses the 4 pin and the have a plug on the trailer that they can replace the whole cord with a new one.

    • @leardi58
      @leardi58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like the bad one's sorry

  • @GadgetBiker
    @GadgetBiker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yup. Bought that box last year and had the same issue. Wish it came with a warning or instructions on how to wire for US trailers.

  • @SuperSecretSquirell
    @SuperSecretSquirell 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's pretty much how we wired up our trailers back when I was working on 18-wheelers once the factory wiring had crapped out. We made each circuit modular so if you lost/damaged a circuit, you could just remove it, make up a new one and install it. Made life much easier.

  • @SunderlinAcres
    @SunderlinAcres 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Usually, I dip the ends of wires in dielectric grease before I crimp on connections for a trailer. Might be overkill, but I've never had one rot back out on me after repairing.

    • @LMudfoot
      @LMudfoot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do also or use heat shrink connectors, but both work.

  • @F239141
    @F239141 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cord was wired correct, cord was wired to 7 way RV, the trailer was wired 7 way utility standard
    Cord (RV) color is first
    Trailer (Utility standard) color is second
    White to White ground
    Black to Red 12v +
    Green to Brown tail
    Red to yellow left brake/turn
    Brown to green right turn
    Blue to blue ele brakes
    Yellow to black reverse lights
    The black and red are sometimes swapped on the 7 way utility standard side

  • @consaka1
    @consaka1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Little tip. Use no-ox grease on the wire before crimping. Use it again on the connector flats and threads before tightening it all up. This will guarantee corrosion of any sort will not get started. I used to make my living working in the telecom industry building bus bars and wiring both big and small power connections. Doing it so it would last 40 plus years was mandatory.

  • @danielalamo2075
    @danielalamo2075 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks like an awesome product. I have just been using metal electrical boxes from the hardware store for a house . No type of buss bar just butt connectors or insulated blade connectors. Thanks for showing this product.

    • @jamesu
      @jamesu 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I used the sealed boxes for damp locations. They have worked well.

  • @BlueCollarBachelor
    @BlueCollarBachelor 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    We put male side connectors on the trailer and use slinky cords to connect them like you suggested. Been doing it for years on the farm, works great.

    • @BlueCollarBachelor
      @BlueCollarBachelor 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      These are the cords we use, we put another flat 7 way on the bare wire side. smile.amazon.com/Bargman-54006-043-Connector-Coiled-Trailer/dp/B01C5IWPDO/

  • @oldtimefarmboy617
    @oldtimefarmboy617 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I worked as a truck mechanic I had to rewire many trailers for various reasons and six wire cables and plugs was the norm as was at least four taillights with brake lights and turn lights in separate taillights.
    White: ground
    Black: clearance lights
    Brown: tail lights
    Red: stop lights
    Green: right turn light
    Yellow: left turn light
    Most pickups and the trailers they haul have only two taillights and combine the brake and turn signal light on the same circuit but heavier load trailers also have electric brakes connected to a battery that needs to be kept charged.

  • @52Ford
    @52Ford 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a set of small cable cutters at Tractor Supply a few years ago. They're curved jaw and have a sort of scissor action, but they don't have a compound action like bolt cutters. Might've paid 10 or 15 dollars in the "promotional" section (the area with all the cheap stuff). I can cut 10/2 w/ ground UF Romex with one hand, and if they don't have any nicks in the cutting edges, they'll cut big nylon braid hoses easier than shears or a knife. Good for welding cable and trailer wiring, too.

    • @52Ford
      @52Ford 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Klien version is model No. 63050; harbor freight sells them too

  • @AmericanTradesmen
    @AmericanTradesmen 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yep...put one on my small gooseneck a while back 👍. Thanks for the video!

  • @WeBleedGreen1
    @WeBleedGreen1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I can see where thos is beneficial to have to run 2 different cords if its frequently towed with trucks with different 7 way (pin vs flat)

  • @tubisten
    @tubisten 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Suggestion, move the wires in the junction box instead of rewiring the plug. Yeah, confusing that the colors are not matching, but especially if you have a molded plug it's nice to keep it instead of putting one on that's clamped to the wire.

    • @likeluke5761
      @likeluke5761 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s actually smart af

  • @davidsawyer1599
    @davidsawyer1599 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good info Steven. Understand the esthetic about the terminations. I personally like to have mine longer for ease of termination. If in the field and I came across that JB. I would say to myself. This guy cared.

  • @silvergrizzly316
    @silvergrizzly316 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Lets hope that one day most everything we buy will say Made in USA.

    • @mikestrauss5513
      @mikestrauss5513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Silver Grizzly that will cost alot

    • @leebougneit5205
      @leebougneit5205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      mike strauss but save a whole lot of time and trouble!

    • @norolemodel2883
      @norolemodel2883 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lee Bougneit for those who can afford it.

    • @sheilamclaughlin963
      @sheilamclaughlin963 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It has already cost more than this country canaford,

    • @noitanigaminiart1416
      @noitanigaminiart1416 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Let's hope that one day, everything will be a reasonable price.USA manufacturers charge to much.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad taught me the same thing always bring what you barrow back in better condition i always fill the tank higher then when I borrowed it even when my uncles let me barrow there quads

  • @roadiemort3589
    @roadiemort3589 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    5.0 out of 5 stars Great wiring box
    Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2019
    Verified Purchase
    This is a really good box for wiring a trailer. Just a note about the wiring. There is 3 wiring patterns for a 7 way plug:
    1. 7-way traditional
    2. 7-way RV standard
    3. 7-way Heavy duty
    This box is wired in the 7-way RV standard configuration. My suggestion is to use a tester on your vehicle first to be sure of how it is wired then compare it to the wiring diagram sent with this unit. This might save some headache later. It doesn’t make sense to me why there is three different color patterns to accomplish the same result but I hope this information helps. This is a well made item.

  • @rondogwil
    @rondogwil 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I put a female plug socket (like the one on the truck) in the trailer frame, and made a curly cord with two male ends on it. I just take it completely off and stow it when not in use. Be safe!

    • @brich2929
      @brich2929 ปีที่แล้ว

      you drill a giant hole in the frame?

  • @20mcarroll02
    @20mcarroll02 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What gets really confusing is the differences in rv trailer wiring and utility equipment trailer wiring. Terminals all pin out the same, just differnt color wires. I've been using those junction boxes for years and I love them. The ones I get from my local napa dont have a cord on them, but they do have an o ring seal between the box and the lid.

  • @cow35f
    @cow35f 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it when the turn signal pulses the brakes!

  • @ROTTK9
    @ROTTK9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    next time replacing a pigtail you will know ( remember ) to check the replacements wire layout, especially if made in China where the same plug can have many different wiring sets depending on the day, at least they did not use the same color of wire for all of them.

  • @vicpetrishak7705
    @vicpetrishak7705 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is a light cord receptacle on the truck also place one on the trailer . Then wire this receptacle into the electrical junction box . 5/31/23

  • @chevyfourme
    @chevyfourme 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol Trailer wire and RV style. Went thru same thing

  • @stacyreid5077
    @stacyreid5077 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    At time 10:10 you talk about borrowing things and taking them back washed and full of gas and oil changed, thank you I graduated high school with a guy who became a lawyer and while he was getting started in his practice he called me to see if he could borrow my 4-wheeler and he would return it washed waxed oil changed and full of gas so any time he asked to borrow it I was more than happy to loan it to him I have loaned out a trailer to friends and had them returned with flats wires ripped off or lights broken. Needless to say I no longer loan things out anymore.

  • @Louis21237
    @Louis21237 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Work for HD Rental, I put a jumper cables on the 4 flat connection that always seems to come back damaged. That way the store just has to plug another one in. Quick fix to keep it rent ready

  • @Bodie2020
    @Bodie2020 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I insist that every customer of mine gets these. I have for years. I also only install molded cable and 7 way. Thank you for posting for more to understand

  • @ralan350
    @ralan350 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have used those boxes every time I rewire trailors for over 10 years even if it is only a single axle 3500lb trailer without brakes

  • @Nic7320
    @Nic7320 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another idea: 7 pin trailer connectors have a 12 volt feed wire, so you can add a 12 volt outlet to the box. If you use a cigarette outlet, seal up the outlet with a cork. Now you can plug in a tire inflator or any number of other accessories. My inflator didn't reach my rear duals, let alone the trailer tires.
    This can also work on 4 pin trailer connectors if you wire it to your running lights, but of course you need your lights on for the port to work.

  • @MJTAUTOMOTIVE
    @MJTAUTOMOTIVE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Should of added an extra earth wire to the wire harness inside the terminal box. It will make everything work so much better especially if it has eclectic Brakes.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice junction box

  • @havetoolwilltravel
    @havetoolwilltravel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used that same type of box on my truck build works great makes for clean and neat tail light wirring

  • @hlm3588
    @hlm3588 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A lot of trailers use different wire color codes. Their are two common color codes. Most cords like you got come with blue being trailer brakes, black being 12v power, white ground. But the similarities end there. The lights is where it gets weird on one style yellow is left turn, green is right turn, and brown it the running lights and red is an auxiliary for reverse lights. On the other style red is left turn, brown is right turn, and green is running lights.

    • @hlm3588
      @hlm3588 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those cords come set up with the “standard” R.V. color code of red left turn, brown right, and green running lights. When you install to a trailer that’s set up the other way just hook the brown trailer end to the green cord end, then green trailer to brown cord, then yellow trailer to red cord. Works everytime

  • @RobertPerrigoOkiechopper
    @RobertPerrigoOkiechopper 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    HEY!!! GET OUT AND MOW THAT GRASS!! LOL, Have a good day Step.

  • @jackrichards1863
    @jackrichards1863 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your acknowledgement that USA is a little different to other locations. You are a likeable sort of fellow so "subscription" . I will go for the heavy vehicle solution before the box type. But it's all good stuff here . Thanks Coxie.

  • @coypatton3160
    @coypatton3160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That one says China, but I have found the same thing of wiring coloring not be correct on some stamped USA.
    I have learned the hard way to test the wire colors to actual function prior to starting the rewiring project. While I have replaced just ends, factory sealed ends seem to be more weather resistant.

  • @randallanderson4999
    @randallanderson4999 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a Maintenance Tech, what would you pay for a trailer test box?? This box would hook to a 12 volt battery, and test all lights, turn signals, shorts and grounds. Or use the Red wire constant 12V to test that the tow rig has enough juice to handle the trailer.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The reason the box was set the way it was so you can have 2 incoming connections and the box wiring is the out

  • @348loadedlever3
    @348loadedlever3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Reminds me of that guy i let use my 3/4 electric drill, he locked the trigger lock on and it got away on him and ripped the cord off. That’s how I got it back.

    • @imchris5000
      @imchris5000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I watched a guy play twister with one of those drills with a big 3/4 bit he did not know about the trigger lock

  • @pcbmale
    @pcbmale 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    sway bar mounts not tire carriers, would have definately been in the way

    • @islipfdchief
      @islipfdchief 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Weight distribution hitch. That style not rated as anti sway. Curt round bar.

  • @thomasedwards2839
    @thomasedwards2839 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    We have replaced the Pig-tale on our camper. We installed a female plug like the unit for a 7 pin truck jack. We bought a replacement cord and installed a ale jack for the female plug for a jumper cables between the truck and trailer,

  • @WarriorWoodshop
    @WarriorWoodshop 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The plug is wired from factory based on RV 7 way wiring. Your trailer is utility wire color coded. I have been wiring trailers for years, and I still can't figure out why the RV industry and utility trailer industry couldn't get together and agree.

  • @JacoKruger.
    @JacoKruger. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    soldering the tips of the wire before putting crimps on will help the connection better and prevent the wires from pulling out sometimes when they corrode

  • @MaverickandStuff
    @MaverickandStuff 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those mounts are for a weight distribution system.

  • @taddostendorf4173
    @taddostendorf4173 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Helpful hint...try to avoid dropping the katapult (wire stripper), the jaws can be knocked out of alignment causing wires to be cut during the stripping process. They can be reset tho.

  • @henrys.3399
    @henrys.3399 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    how about the next project, cutting your grass, fixing your chimney flashing, pave the driveway so you can work easier and making the front of your property more presentable !

  • @Eric-gi9kg
    @Eric-gi9kg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I too have the auto wire strippers (Klien), also their ratchet crimpers... great for large diameter wire.

  • @lockburner2000
    @lockburner2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fluid film the inside of the box it has helped mine stay nice for years in northern wi.

  • @msd357
    @msd357 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are two different trailer color codes. The sae code, that is used on all 4 promgs, 6 prong, and 7 prong HD truck. Green is right turn, yellow is left turn, brown is tail, marker lights, blue is trailer brakes, purple is reverse, and red is 12v. Then there is the bastard that is the 7 prong rv code. Brown is right turn, red is left turn, green is tail marker lights, blue is trailer brakes, yellow is reverse, white is ground, and black is 12v.

  • @PapaRug.58
    @PapaRug.58 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The 18 big rig wiring is standard (heavy duty) buuuuttt those car haulers are wired automotive (light duty) and the engineers can’t agree on which way is correct. I love the color code for heavy duty as it is what I normally do

  • @PapaRug.58
    @PapaRug.58 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the stripper comment
    Spoken like a true service truck tech lol

  • @samuelblack925
    @samuelblack925 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those wire strippers ARE THE BEST!!

  • @patmason7276
    @patmason7276 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I crimp and solder mine then put heat shrink on it. No worries!!!

  • @mileyteran5540
    @mileyteran5540 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yea I use those boxes on our fleet trucks or trailer 👍 they hold up good out in this AZ desert 🌵, if you don’t mind a recommendation I would add a second ground use the bolt to the cable clamp u installed and run it back it the box for ground it dose help

  • @concert610
    @concert610 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Agreed. ALWAYS fill the tank. It's far cheaper to fill a friend's fuel tank than to rent a truck. It's also cheaper than owning a truck for those few task. Our house rule when borrowing my dad's truck was bring it back full. A friend left me hanging once with an empty tank. Next time he needed the truck, it wasn't available.

  • @henryhenry3832
    @henryhenry3832 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stephen you’re supposed to cut the wires all the same length and then crisscross/tangle them up so that the lid has to be forced on😂, nice neat job, good work.

  • @user-hb8be5wb4q
    @user-hb8be5wb4q 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cut the white wire first, that way, you can be sure that the ends will be long enough. Start with the longest wire cut, then put the wire ends on each connector to ensure enough length! How do I know, don’t ask, please! Oh, and my dad, rest his soul, said to solder the ends and eliminates bad connections. Works, in vibration areas!

  • @mitchp350
    @mitchp350 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wired many trailers.
    It is when the vehicle was wired by someone, that did not follow the universal color codes for each, but wants to borrow the trailer. Guess what happens, most of the time the trailer comes back wired for their vehicle.
    Many will come and ask for me to rewire a trailer they bought, because it does not work with their vehicle. The trailer is wired correctly, and I explain their vehicle is the one that needs to be rewired.

  • @cowfrank
    @cowfrank 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thinking about installing a female connector on the trailer too. Then make up a extension cord with Male at both ends.

    • @dfrepair1576
      @dfrepair1576 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've been doing that for years for me and customers . Works awesome

  • @wyley87
    @wyley87 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a bunch of those at work. I've been installing them on our trailers as needed. I'm never using anything else.

  • @mattcreator8480
    @mattcreator8480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "I actually just like the strippers themselves." TH-cam : Demonitized XD

  • @anthonynelson9136
    @anthonynelson9136 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The problem with splicing this stuff on eventually you will run out of areas to slice? How many more times in the future are you going to drag the cord across the ground before you learn that's not the way it is done? If you were paying attention in the first place you wouldn't have had this problem to begin with. What's next quick disconnect fenders when you crush them?

  • @markmagruder616
    @markmagruder616 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi,I have this same box.I put it in the same place too.