Breaking Down the Optronics Trailer Light Kit for Trailers over 80" Wide Video

A trailer that is over 80 inches wide is required by DOT regulations to have rear clearance lights. An over 80 inch taillight kit, like part #TL16RK, will have the side clearance light built into it. An under 80 inch taillight does not have the…

In order to switch from slipper to double eye springs you'll need new hangers which are going to dictate your height so if you're looking to maintain the same height, you'd want to choose new hangers which are the same height as your…

Yes, you can replace your load range C tires with load range D tires without issue. It will only become any issue when you go down load ranges, not up. The tires will have the same overall diameter as long as they are the same size regardless of…

Trailer tires and wheels do not typically come balanced from the factory like what you see with standard passenger vehicle tires. This isn't usually needed for trailer tires and most car shops don't have the needed setup to properly balance…

To mount the Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Trigger Latch - Bolt On #CT-5003-Z, I recommend using 1/2 inch bolts. The higher the grade, the stronger the bolt. I've attached the review video to help as you plan this installation.

We do not offer complete OEM-style trailer wiring harnesses for specific trailers but we do carry all of the various connectors, plugs, sockets and other components required to re-wire a trailer from stem to stern. I have provided two links to our…

The wire gauge used in the LED Combination Trailer Tail Lights - Submersible part #TLL16RK is 20 gauge according to Optronics. This may seem light but the lights are LED and draw very little power. You can use Deka Heat Shrink Butt Connector - 22-18…

Typically 4-way wiring consists of 18 and 16 gauge wires. For a 4-way that has all 16 gauge wire you would want the Wesbar 4-Pole Flat Connector #W787264. The part #HM38138 uses 18 gauge for all wires but the white that uses 16 gauge.

The best solution is going to be the part #A25W5B. What you would want to do is use the part #A25W5B to provide the wiring and connector for your trailer but then use a junction box like part #38656 to make organizing the wiring and running each of…

The Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C #AM32156 do not need to be balanced before installing on a trailer. Trailer wheels and tires don't require the same level of balancing as…

You will first want to check the fuses on your tow vehicle. Some vehicles could have fuses for operating the turn signals and brake lights of a towing package. You will want to check if they are installed and working properly. The next thing is to…

You can switch to a smaller size wheel and tire as long as you do not have brakes that will interfere with the smaller wheel or a trailer with to much weight for the smaller tires. The Kenda 5.70-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel #AM30153…