Class IV Hitch...Done.

[sierra117]

I went with a 24 to 12 volt power converter and 24 volt relays when the signal or running lights turn on it activates the relay allowing the 12 volt from the converter to flow through and power my trailer lights, and the power converter gives me power for the cb, am/fm radio with satelite radio, and a 12 volt power point (cigerate plug in)

 

[bones1]

I like this idea.

 

[SoundGuy]

Military Trailer Adapter Cable (Civilian Trailer on a Military Vehicle), X-6035

Is this the converter you guys have been asking about?

 

[clinto]

Military Trailer Adapter Cable (Civilian Trailer on a Military Vehicle), X-6035

Is this the converter you guys have been asking about?

Not completely. That connector will allow a civvy trailer to connect to an MV but the trailer would still be receiving 24V. They are referring to something like this:

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/217295-post1.html and http://www.steelsoldiers.com/220079-post16.html

And this one, which will direct you to several more that are what you are after

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/812585-post2.html

 

[Dirtygrunt]

Is the Curt 14082 a bolt on with no mods to the frame or hitch thanks

 

[135gmc]

24 volt relays are common industrial parts - check with Grainger or McMaster. There are also lots floating around surplus. I found sealed, 24 volt, 2-pole relays at a surplus store for $ 2 each. Look for an electronics dealer instead of a vehicle surplus dealer, such as Fair Radio, Murphy's Surplus, and Saturn Surplus. Another source is a marine electronics company, like Blue-sea systems.

 

[Dirtygrunt]

Does anyone know if the Curt #14082 hitch is a bolt on with no mods to the frame thanks

 

[randini]

You must drill 4, 1/2 inch holes. Otherwise no mods.

 

[Blackmagic94]

Why not just weld it in place, why bolt?

 

[CobraCDR]

Looks like a solid system. I would prefer bolting it on instead of welding it on, gives the flexibility of removal if you wanted.

 

[dodgedougak]

For wiring, I just bought a U-Haul $30 magnetic light setup. I then went to NAPA and got 24 volt bulbs. You can then use a military plug and plug into the trailer plug, or tap into the turn signal and light wires before they go into the military plug. This gives you lights, but not power for trailer brakes. You will have to look elsewhere for 12V for that use.

 

[quickfarms]

Does the hitch mouthy with only 4 bolts?

 

[Odyssey M]

Does the hitch mouthy with only 4 bolts?

You must drill 4, 1/2 inch holes. Otherwise no mods.

Just get a hold of a strong drill/bits and some dark cutting oil (Home Depot = $11). This sounds like a great option to keep the truck mil-spec and functionally flexible.

 

[chestypuller1371]

Is this a good one

 

[phxmark]

Here is my setup for my M35A2. I built my own converter. I used a 24v to 12v 20A converter to get the 12 volts. Power is supplied to the converter from the service light pin. The left and right turn signals are activated through 24v relays to switch the 12v to the turn lamps. The 12v output of the converter drives the tail lamp directly.

It is based on the same converter that XM381.com sells but for a fraction of the cost..

 

[rustystud]

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Here is my setup for my M35A2. I built my own converter. I used a 24v to 12v 20A converter to get the 12 volts. Power is supplied to the converter from the service light pin. The left and right turn signals are activated through 24v relays to switch the 12v to the turn lamps. The 12v output of the converter drives the tail lamp directly.

It is based on the same converter that XM381.com sells but for a fraction of the cost..

You need to post a "build" thread on how you did this. What parts you used and a wiring schematic for others to see.
Good job.

 

[chestypuller1371]

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Here is my setup for my M35A2. I built my own converter. I used a 24v to 12v 20A converter to get the 12 volts. Power is supplied to the converter from the service light pin. The left and right turn signals are activated through 24v relays to switch the 12v to the turn lamps. The 12v output of the converter drives the tail lamp directly.

It is based on the same converter that XM381.com sells but for a fraction of the cost..

parts list and pricing please my friend i need to get this done.

 

[chestypuller1371]

any tricks on where to get that trailer plug wire that plugs into the back of the duece?

 

[phxmark]

The trailer plug harness I bought on ebay. Your price may vary. I paid only $30 for the one I bought.

The civvy trailer connector, 24v-12v converter, 24v relays and relay holders I purchased on Amazon.
The PVC electric box I bought at Home Depot.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004N5U7DS
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007F9KA5Y
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BWKXTUU
http://www.amazon.com/Parts-Express-5-Pin-Relay-Socket/dp/B0002ZPUMG

The schematic is on the xm381.com site.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MILITARY-SU...IL-CONNECTOR-WIRE-CABLE-HKS-048-/201491747098

 

[chestypuller1371]

anyone have dimensions of the CURT 14082 Class IV Receiver outside to outside?


i thought this was for a 97 k1500 as amazon stated so i pulled the reciever off my 97 k1500 and the dang thing was to wide!! it wasent the curt one though but i cant imagine them being much different off same vehicle.


the widest i could fit would be 34" as that is the distance from the outside of my from to the other outside of the frame.