Replace a damaged 4-way flat, vehicle-end connector in just seconds with this Quick-Fix plug. Simply remove the damaged plug, insert your wires into the new plug, and press closed to secure the wires. Built-in LEDs confirm proper connection.
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Today, we'll be reviewing part number HM48190. This is the Hopkins Endurance Quick Fix Replacement 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector with the LED test lights. This plug is designed to replace a damaged 4-Way Flat vehicle and connector in just a few seconds. All you got to do is cut off the broken plug, insert the existing wires into the new plug, and then press the cover on the new plug closed, to secure the wires in place. No wire stripping is required. Just cut the LED test lights up here. That's going to confirm the electrical connection has been made correctly. It also has the integrated dust cover that's going to protect the terminals from the elements.
It's got a wire retention plate that's going to ensure secure installation. It's got the easy pull finger grips that make it simple to plug in and unplug the connector, that really helps reduce the strain on the wires. In that housing, you have 2 little mount holes you can use to secure this to your application. It's also going to come with some terminal grease for your installation. That's going to do it for today's review of part number HM48190. This is the Hopkins Endurance Quick Fix Replacement 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector. .
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (68 Customer Reviews)
Replace a damaged 4-way flat, vehicle-end connector in just seconds with this Quick-Fix plug. Simply remove the damaged plug, insert your wires into the new plug, and press closed to secure the wires. Built-in LEDs confirm proper connection.I recently had a need for the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Fix Replacement 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w LED Test Lights - Vehicle End - HM48190 to replace the faulty one on my van. It was easy to find what I needed on the site and the price was comparable to other sites I had visited. I decided to go with etrailer because I had previously ordered the hitch through them. I appreciated the fact that an email was sent out confirming that they received the order as well as a follow-up email telling me that the part was shipped along with providing the tracking number. The installation of the part was easy and took no time to complete. Overall it was a fine experience and if I need to order anything in the future, I will be sure to come back and order from etrailer.
These male and female 4 wire pigtails are advertised as "quick fix" connectors. I use these connectors so that I can make my own pigtails. Sure, you can buy a pre-wired pigtail and add on to it by splicing the wire with butt connectors, however by using the quick fix connectors, you eliminate the need for the butt connectors and an additional possibility of a place to have a problem such as corrosion. The connectors are easy to use, reliable and you do not have to use the conventional 4 flat wire. I have used these connectors with individual wires as well as a round, 4 conductor wire. In addition, these connectors are a newer version with screws to connect the plug together rather than a snap connector. This version also makes them easier to take apart in case of a malfunction.
MrKent - 10/12/2020Trailer connector works great. Mounts easily and wires attach with a cover plate. LED's show everything is working. billooltewah
My Toyota 4-Runner has the trailer wiring hookup on the left side of the truck instead of the center near the trailer hitch so I have to use an extension wire. I replaced the end that the trailer plugs into with a matching end of this product so that the length allows me to tywrap the new end by the trailer hitch area. I then replaced the trailer connector with the same style of this product. It’s now a breeze to test the trailer lights and determine if and malfunctions are on the truck or trailer wiring.
This connector was just what I was looking for to avoid doing any soldering or the entire harness. Was quick and easy to install. As a bonus, delivery was expected on a Mon., got it on Fri. Thanks!
Tom M - 10/24/2018I broke the ground post off the hitch connector on my 2008 Toyota RAV4 and I bought this replacement connector on your website. It was very easy to just clip the four wires on my broken connector and insert the wires into this replacement connector. The replacement connector has two screws to open it up and then you just push the four wires into each push "V" connector. No stripping wires or terminal screws. The LED lights work just like the description on the website which made it easy to confirm the connections were good. The overall project took about 30 minutes. The only problem I had was that
the two bracket holes didn't match the holes on my tow bar, so I could only use one screw to re-attach the new connector. I used electrical tape to secure the wires so they wouldn't hang down.
Solid. Heavy Duty. Perfect.
The conector was exactly what I needed to make the connection work.
Teresa - 08/30/2021This connector is much more robust than the standard ones. It was simple to install and the bolt-together cover keeps the wiring firmly connected. I have had no problems with either of my trailers. The end cap stays on and keeps the contacts clean. Finally, I like the red LEDs that tell you at a glance which wires are live. Trailer wiring the way it should be.
The easiest way to replace a damaged trailer plug.
great product
Wanted a connector I could bolt to my bumper instead of leaving it dangling. This fit the bill. My only complaint is that the no-strip wire connectors were apparently designed for a heavier gauge wire than my wiring harness has (no gauge range stated on the web site or packaging), so they didn't make good contact on the first try. I had to double the wires over before pushing them in so they made good contact (that made them a little too tight but it worked). I didn't originally think I needed the LEDs, but they came in handy letting me know about the connection problem, and reassured me that my fix took care of it.
Jim R - 01/10/2021Best replacement connector! simple and easy to use and I love the test lights. solved my erratic non-working tail lights.
I have not installed it yet but I like that it is sturdy construction with a hefty cap to keep the contacts clean. Extra added bonus is it actually has led's so that you know the connection is good! Only A few days delivery. Looks easy to install, no soldering or wire connectors needed.
I didn't need to use this right away so I will keep it as a spare in case of emergency. Package arrived quickly.
Product has worked perfectly and makes it so much easier when hooking the trailer up to the car. No more dangling wires!
Could not have been simpler. Backed truck up on to ramps, unbolted the original harness (on which the ground plug had snapped off) verified the colors and placement of the wires on the new plug, cut them, slid the wires into this new plug per the directions, screwed the cap on and bolted it up in place where the original was. The LED's showed everything was working and it was done. No more than 10 minutes beginning to end. Could not have been easier or less expensive to repair my harness. A win/win.
We make our Professional Tow Lights with this plug end and have not had any issues in 3 years.
Nice product. EZ to use. LED Features tell ALL.
Great box for making all the connections for the plug harness, trailer brakes, and the brake battery and safety switch. etrailer has all the parts needed to rewire a trailer from plug to lights!!!
Great replacement for my 2000 Ford Ranger and likely any vehicle with tow light connector.
My cables were a little thin for the internal V spikes that you splice the wire in to, so I needed to take a pair of needle nose pliers and wrap them around the lead inside.
Came with terminal grease, which I didn't expect.
The three lights on the connector are great to make sure it's all working.
Highly recommended.
Product is good, easy to install. Light on individual wire makes it easy along with the clear instructions that come with it. Video of item is very helpful.
Worst thing UPS to USPO mail service: always seems to be a day or two dead period.
Douglas S - 07/15/2018Perfect easy solution to a worn out plu g.
My electrical connection to my trailor works very well with this connector.
Larry F - 06/20/2017Installation was straightforward, easy, and instructions were included.
This worked like a charm and I'm about a 2/10 on the handyman skills level. Was easy to install and worked immediately. Service from etrailer was first rate - kept me up to date with shipping etc and followed up to check on my satisfaction. Delighted
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