7 - Pin trailer plug???
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7 - Pin trailer plug???
Trying to plug in 7 - pin trailer plug into my new 2019 F250. The plug seems really loose. To the point that it does not always make a good contact. Thinking wrapping some electrical tape around plug to make it fit more secure.
Any ideas?
Thanks!
MK
Any ideas?
Thanks!
MK
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From: Roman Forest, TX
Welcome to the club. I sure am glad I'm not the only one this has happened to. Is happening I should say. When I lift the cap, the cord just falls out. Literally, it falls out. No fit at all. I mentioned it here, and on the camping sites, and no one said anything about having the same issue. Some tape was one of the suggestions. I used a zip tie on my last (which was my first) trip out, and it worked good, but zip tieing it and cutting the zip tie every time I hook up is not an option. I will try the tape. But I really want a fix, not a bandaid. In the meantime, let me know if you try it and how it works.
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On my enclosed cargo trailer, the plug on the trailer is shorter than a normal one and I have the same issue. On my camper trailer the plug fits ok. It’s not tight but I haven’t had an issue with contact. It seems the stopper on the trucks 7pin harness is set too far back. I will probably change out the end on my cargo trailer by buying a few different ends to try out before I swap them over. I’ll return the unused ones. I should also mention that I changed my 7/4pin adapter on the truck to the camera/7 pin adapter after having the dreaded trailer disconnected/connected messages pop up due to water intrusion in the adapter. Added dielectric grease and put the camera one on. The factory 7/4 pin one is not picked with dielectric grease so if I were you, I’d unplug it from the back on pack it full of grease. Could save you a headache later on.
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I also switched to the 7-pin/camera plug, and guess what? It was actually a little looser. Unbelievable. I am going to take my original 7/4 pin to an RV place and see how a replacement cord fits.
I had no issue with the in bed plug I put in my 2011. I don't think I ever used the bumper plug on that truck. But anyway, I'll try to update as I play with this. If someone comes up with a solution, please post.
I had no issue with the in bed plug I put in my 2011. I don't think I ever used the bumper plug on that truck. But anyway, I'll try to update as I play with this. If someone comes up with a solution, please post.
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Are you positive you are pushing it all the way in? I plug in several different plugs (different campers), both TT's and 5er's. If I don't get it pushed all the way in it does feel loose. Most times I can feel it seat, but sometimes it's kind of mushy feeling.
I push it in all the way then try to twist it side to side. If it is seated it won't twist, unseated will turn quite a bit in spite of the keyway. Once in, I let the spring loaded cap block the tab, then give it a tug to ensure it is locked in.
Never had one pull or fall out.
I push it in all the way then try to twist it side to side. If it is seated it won't twist, unseated will turn quite a bit in spite of the keyway. Once in, I let the spring loaded cap block the tab, then give it a tug to ensure it is locked in.
Never had one pull or fall out.
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Are you positive you are pushing it all the way in? I plug in several different plugs (different campers), both TT's and 5er's. If I don't get it pushed all the way in it does feel loose. Most times I can feel it seat, but sometimes it's kind of mushy feeling.
I push it in all the way then try to twist it side to side. If it is seated it won't twist, unseated will turn quite a bit in spite of the keyway. Once in, I let the spring loaded cap block the tab, then give it a tug to ensure it is locked in.
Never had one pull or fall out.
I push it in all the way then try to twist it side to side. If it is seated it won't twist, unseated will turn quite a bit in spite of the keyway. Once in, I let the spring loaded cap block the tab, then give it a tug to ensure it is locked in.
Never had one pull or fall out.
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From: Roman Forest, TX
Had problems with "lost trailer connection" messages on ours. Ended up replacing the one year old Airstream OEM cable end with a better fitting Pollack one. Problem solved.
Are you positive you are pushing it all the way in? I plug in several different plugs (different campers), both TT's and 5er's. If I don't get it pushed all the way in it does feel loose. Most times I can feel it seat, but sometimes it's kind of mushy feeling.
I push it in all the way then try to twist it side to side. If it is seated it won't twist, unseated will turn quite a bit in spite of the keyway. Once in, I let the spring loaded cap block the tab, then give it a tug to ensure it is locked in.
Never had one pull or fall out.
I push it in all the way then try to twist it side to side. If it is seated it won't twist, unseated will turn quite a bit in spite of the keyway. Once in, I let the spring loaded cap block the tab, then give it a tug to ensure it is locked in.
Never had one pull or fall out.
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