BX8811-9-terminal diode block, BX8847-Three individual diodes, BX8869-Bulb & Socket kit.ġ. Blue Ox offers the following wiring kits with all necessary Please note that the Blue Ox 9-terminal diode block containing all three diodes (Figure 2) can be substitutedįor the individual diodes shown in figures 3 through 6. With the exception of the 5 to 5 systems, all combinations without lube pumps and supplemental brakes can utilize a The 7-way shown is wired to standard trailer color codes so that the towed vehicleĬan be disconnected and a boat or other trailer connected without alteration. If a lube pump and supplemental brakes are both used, you must step up to a 7-way receptacleĪvailable at most RV dealerships. Blue Ox offers a pair of 4 and 6-way receptacles packaged with a coiled electrical cable, BX8861Īnd BX8862 respectively. Individually, these are good candidatesįor a 6-way receptacle. This requires another pin in the receptacle.
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Indicator light or switch mounted in the driver's area of the motorhome to alert the driver exactly when the towed Most supplemental braking systems have an Lube pumps require two additional pins on the receptacle. Those vehicles that are not towable may require a lube pump to circulate the transmission fluid Some vehicles being towed today are towable straight from the factory. (Refer to figure 1) You must first identify how many wires you need to connect the two vehicles together for proper Motorhome 5-wire system to a towed vehicle 4-wire system. Motorhome 5-wire system to a towed vehicle 5-wire system. Motorhome 4-wire system to a towed vehicle 5-wire system. Motorhome 4-wire system to a towed vehicle 4-wire system. With these two platforms, 4 basic combinations can be encountered as follows: Vehicles, has a left turn wire, right turn wire, tail light wire and a brake wire. All rear lights in this system are normally red in color. The 4-wire system, mostĬommonly used for years in the United States, has a combined left turn/brake wire, a combined right turn/brake wire and a
Two basic platforms exist in automotive wiring, the 4-wire system and the 5-wire system. Wiring systems together it is very important to protect both vehicles from the possibility of electrical feedback,Įspecially in today's high tech computer controlled and monitored vehicles. More than a one-way valve that allows electricity to flow through in one direction. "Just what the heck IS a diode and why do I have to mess with them," is a very common question. Intrusive and quickest growing method is referred to as the bulb and socket (BX8869). Years is to use diodes (BX8847 & BX8811) to interface the two vehicles wiring platforms together. The most popular method utilized over the last few Seldom used today due to the inconvenient nature of its design. The top or trunk of the towed vehicle that is hard wired into the electrical system of the motorhome. This is an apparatus containing lights with red lens' usually strapped or magnetically adhered to The first way of accomplishing rear lighting is a There are basically three ways of wiring a vehicle for towing. These lighting laws are very similar in nature to trailer towing laws. Taillights, brake lights and turn signals. Province requires lighting on the rear of a towed vehicle that is controlled by the towing vehicle. Schematics, and troubleshooting tips concerning wiring a vehicle to be towed four wheels down.įirst of all we should briefly visit the legal issues behind wiring a vehicle to be towed.
Blue Ox has compiled and created some of the most common wiring The patience of even the most skilled technicians. Unfortunately, the "gremlins" associated with wiring two vehicles together have thrived even more bountifully.Īs most of you know, working with automotive wiring, especially the combination of two vehicles, can really test The popularity of towing an automobile behind a motorhome has increased by leaps and bounds over the last 10-15 years. Library Contents Search the Library RV Tech Library Help Page Site Map About Us Tiffin RV Network TRVN Classifieds Campground Reviews Photo Gallery TRVN StoreĪppliances Batteries Boondocking/Dry Camping Chassis Clubs & Forums Electrical Electronics Engines Exterior Maintenance Generators Heating & Air Conditioning Interior Maintenance Misc Items Operating Tips Plumbing Red Bay Safety & Health Storage Supplier Contacts Tires and Wheel Rims Towing Transmissions Weighing RV Tech Library - Tow Vehicle Wiring Tiffin RV Network Home
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