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Old 09-24-2014, 09:30 AM
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Trailer hitch wiring

Hey guys. Where on line is good place to get wiring kit for trailer hitch? 1986 Toyota 4x4. Thks. Pulling car dolly.
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where have you tried?
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Is it a car dolly you own or one you are renting? From like uhaul. And what is going on said dolly? How long of a trip?

Also do you have a receiver or are you using the bumper? It might be too tall for the dolly and the ramps might drag on ground. Depending on how it's built.

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Hitch wire kit.

Not sure if someone had a good suggestion? Seems alot of choses out there. Thks. Hate the return routine on line.
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Tow dolly.

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Is it a car dolly you own or one you are renting? From like uhaul. And what is going on said dolly? How long of a trip?

Also do you have a receiver or are you using the bumper? It might be too tall for the dolly and the ramps might drag on ground. Depending on how it's built.
Towing a 85 4 runner. 100 miles? Bad idea?
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Why buy online when you can get it at Wal mart? If you're complaining about online returns. I'm so confused. What are you even asking?
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Tow dolly

My own dolly. Ramps are removable.
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I'm not gonna tell you its a bad idea. Some might. But I've done some........ that probably wasn't good. I pulled a yacht with my 94. I wish i could find the pics. Anyway. ... just go to AutoZone and grab the kit. Boom. Done.
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Ok. Not sure if Walmart would stock something for older vehicle. I will check it out. Usually someone has a good suggestion. Thought it was worth asking. Thks for post.
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Auto zone. Got it. Thks again
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Your truck should already have the control box on it. All you have to do is use a universal 4 pin plug and harness to connect into it. If you're saying you need the actual module, I don't know
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Hitch wire kit

Seems A few years back,when I bought one for my Chevy pick up,it was especially made for that vehicle?
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Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

Look under the back of your truck between the spare tire and bumper. You should have the factory trailer light box mounted to the bottom of the bed. All you gotta do is connect your 4 pin wires.
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Originally Posted by Badger62811
Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

Look under the back of your truck between the spare tire and bumper. You should have the factory trailer light box mounted to the bottom of the bed. All you gotta do is connect your 4 pin wires.

my 87 didnt have one and the 95 i have now doesnt have either.
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Really? My 94 had one and my 89 has one. Weird
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I think that was part of the towing package.

If the vehicle came with a hitch installed it had the light converter box.
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Great theory, but my 94 didn't have a hitch. Dunno about the 89.
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The hardest part is installing a converter for non-integrated turn signals like on my 4runner. Otherwise many people just tap into their existing light wiring for a trailer connector. Mine had one spliced in using scotch lock taps that resulted in corrosion and problems with the trailer circuits. Cleaned them up with some solder and electrical tape with zip ties and haven't had any issues since.
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I get mine at Oriellys.
Its PN# 43315.
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You bought both those vehicles new??

People remove hitches all the time when selling them.

People are forever mixing parts on these vehicles.

It is a moot point but I always use 7 pin plugs I need them for the brakes.


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