Connecting a trailer with a 6-wire setup to a vehicle with a 7-pin connector is a common need for towing. This article explores Roadmaster’s hybrid and Flexo-Coil power cord solutions designed for this specific purpose, ensuring a safe and reliable electrical connection between your towed vehicle and motorhome.
Most modern motorhomes come equipped with a standard 7-way socket. Roadmaster power cords with pre-wired 7-way plugs directly connect to these sockets. However, older motorhomes may utilize a 6-way socket, requiring a 6-wire to 7-pin adapter or a dedicated 6-way power cord. Roadmaster offers various solutions to accommodate both scenarios.
Roadmaster Hybrid and Flexo-Coil Power Cords
Roadmaster provides two primary power cord options: the hybrid and the Flexo-Coil. The hybrid power cord combines a straight section, ideal for routing through Roadmaster tow bars with wiring channels for a clean installation, with a coiled section for flexibility. The Flexo-Coil cords are fully coiled, allowing them to expand and retract as needed, accommodating turns, drop hitches, and extensions. This coiled design prevents the cord from dragging on the ground, ensuring safety and a professional look.
Durability and Quality
Built for lasting performance, Roadmaster power cords are resistant to water, oil, and chemicals. The electrical plugs are sealed with silicone to prevent wire fraying, shorting, and corrosion from moisture. This robust construction ensures a reliable connection even in challenging conditions.
Wiring Configuration and Installation
Roadmaster’s power cords utilize four 16-gauge wires and two 14-gauge wires, adhering to industry-standard wiring codes. The 7-way plugs are pre-wired for easy installation, and clear wiring instructions are included.
The hybrid power cords have a pre-wired plug on one end only. The second plug is installed after routing the cord through the tow bar channel. This allows for a customized and secure installation. Flexo-Coil cords come with pre-wired plugs on both ends.
Specific Product Options
Roadmaster offers several power cord options for 6-wire to 7-pin connections:
- 1676-7: A hybrid coiled-to-straight 7-wire to 6-wire power cord.
- 146-7: A 7-wire to 6-wire Flexo-Coil cord with plugs, sockets, and a socket bracket.
- 1466: A 6-wire Flexo-Coil cord with plugs, sockets, and a socket bracket.
- 146: A 6-wire Flexo-Coil cord with plugs and sockets.
Choosing the correct power cord ensures proper functionality of your trailer lights, brakes, and other electrical components.
By understanding your specific towing needs and selecting the appropriate Roadmaster power cord, you can ensure a safe and reliable connection between your vehicle and trailer.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including chromium and vinyl chloride, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
