Trailer Light Connection Question

Moe R · 03-10-07, 12:33 PM

Hello All
I'm very new here so any and all help is totally appreciated !
I have a BJ42 RHD from Australia. This vehicle has a 7 pin elec.
connector to hook up lights for a trailer. Is there a connector that will convert the 7 pin to a USA 4 Pin connector? Thank you in advance.

Moe

Roberto · 03-10-07, 05:52 PM

Probably just as easy to resplice a 4 pin connector to your wires?

Moe R · 03-10-07, 08:52 PM

Thanks Roberto

That one had occured to me. Just trying to shorten the curve.
Thanks
Moe

Arya Ebrahimi · 03-11-07, 10:18 PM

Yes there is an adapter. Should be available at any trailer store or Uhaul outlet. You should also be able to source it from Toyota directly as 100 series cruiser come stock with the 7-pin and are supplied with the adapter to 4-way.

Ary

sirenmoses · 03-12-07, 05:44 PM

what Ayra said!

contact cdan, cuz Uhaul blows....

Moe R · 03-13-07, 05:00 PM

Thanks All
I haven't had much time to look into it except to stop by an auto parts store. They have nothing even close.It's an Ausi part.If I had the plug I could make an adaptor. It is a 7 pin plug but they are not in a circle they go straight across with the middle pin slightly higher than the others. I'll take a pic.

Thanks

PS I'm new, cdan ??

sirenmoses · 03-13-07, 05:50 PM

CruiserDan, the Mud parts shaman, who is a godlike being as regards OEM landcruiser parts.

search will amaze & amuse you..

Arya Ebrahimi · 03-13-07, 06:50 PM

Ah, that kind of 7-pin. I've seen them on older pickups, mine included, but I have no idea if they make an adapter. Hmm...

Moe R · 03-14-07, 04:19 PM

Here are some pic's of the connector.

That's a stick holding the cover open.

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Arya Ebrahimi · 03-14-07, 09:01 PM

I lied, never seen a seven pin like that before. You might be better off cutting that one off and rewiring it to a standard "US" 7-pin. They sell 7-pin plugs that have the 7-pin and 4-flat together in the same unit. Available at Tractor Supply and other stores that sell trailer wiring stuff.

Ary

Moe R · 06-30-07, 08:57 PM

Someone from Australia and sourounding might know about this.

Mike S · 06-30-07, 10:46 PM

Splice in a 4 pin, run a combiner, or check GM, Ford, Toyota, Dodge... they all have the 'trailer option' which is normally a 7 pin that is also supplied with a comverter for 4 pin use. An RV. Trailer supply shop can also solve the problem. Or a marine store... but DON'T go to Kragens or AutoZone - they have poor quality electrical, made in China, junk that is over-priced. The best quality electrics are at good marine shops.

M

yuurei · 07-01-07, 11:48 PM

HAD one of those 7 pin flat----not anymore----it's not worth the trouble.

Rewire for a common round plug and use an adapter for anything flat.

NMuzj100 · 07-06-07, 02:33 AM

www.etrailer.com will have the adapter if its available (not likely). Or they'll have what you need to splice them up.

I like these 7:4 pin sets- no adapters needed for the most common harnesses. No extra work and just a couple more $.

I believe the Australians have separate turn and brake signals as standard for trailer wiring while in the states we use a combined brake/turn signal wiring scheme. Even to splice this in will probably require a "converter" that combines the signal.

maverick_sr71 · 07-23-07, 02:30 AM

The flat plug is one of the standard types here in the land of Oz. We also have two versions of a round connector. All connectors can be either 5 or 7 pin.

Personally I'd never use anything other than the flat 7 pin, I've had no end of trouble with round connectors, never had a problem with the flat one.

maverick_sr71 · 07-23-07, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by NMuzj100

I believe the Australians have separate turn and brake signals as standard for trailer wiring while in the states we use a combined brake/turn signal wiring scheme.

That's correct, Australia has never used brake lights as turn indicators either on vehicles or trailers, silly idea. Even American vehicles imported to Oz have to have the brake and turn indicators seperated, turn indicators must be amber in colour. Interestingly, one of the Australian car manufactures here (General Motors Holden) is now exporting some of their vehicles to the US, sold under the Buick badge, and the these have had the lights modified so as the brake light is a turn indicator.

I still don't get it, turn indicators are ment to be amber, brake lights red, the wattage of the globes is very different also. My instinct is to brake if I see a red light on the back of a vehicle, could be interesting if I ever get to the US and drive. Watch out for me on the evening news.

trainrech · 07-23-07, 07:57 PM

Not sure if it is available everywhere, but do a search for Hopkins Manufacturing - "Hoppy" manufactures about everything under the sun for trailer/vehicle wiring.

03-10-07, 12:33 PM	#1
Moe R IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 321	Trailer Light Connection Question Hello All I'm very new here so any and all help is totally appreciated ! I have a BJ42 RHD from Australia. This vehicle has a 7 pin elec. connector to hook up lights for a trailer. Is there a connector that will convert the 7 pin to a USA 4 Pin connector? Thank you in advance. Moe

03-11-07, 10:18 PM	#4
Arya Ebrahimi Something clever Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Blacksburg, VA Posts: 2,483	Yes there is an adapter. Should be available at any trailer store or Uhaul outlet. You should also be able to source it from Toyota directly as 100 series cruiser come stock with the 7-pin and are supplied with the adapter to 4-way. Ary __________________ HOKIES UNITED Arya Ebrahimi '94 FZJ80 200k miles, locked, 285 Revo's, ARB Bullbar, Hella 4000's, homemade drawers My mini-truck buildup thread...updated 9/10 Mini-truck's first trip!! With PICS! 11/10

03-12-07, 05:44 PM	#5
sirenmoses IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: central nm Posts: 939	what Ayra said! contact cdan, cuz Uhaul blows.... __________________ what shall I drive today: Oct 84 tan fj60, 260k mi -- dobermobile Sept 84 tan fj60, 202k -- spare (to be installed) 2.5" BDS suspension, SROR front bumper, Rowlands storage panels 85 Honda Accord, 110k -- commuter 91 Kawasaki Concours, 50k -- on the road again

03-13-07, 05:50 PM	#7
sirenmoses IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: central nm Posts: 939	CruiserDan, the Mud parts shaman, who is a godlike being as regards OEM landcruiser parts. search will amaze & amuse you.. __________________ what shall I drive today: Oct 84 tan fj60, 260k mi -- dobermobile Sept 84 tan fj60, 202k -- spare (to be installed) 2.5" BDS suspension, SROR front bumper, Rowlands storage panels 85 Honda Accord, 110k -- commuter 91 Kawasaki Concours, 50k -- on the road again

03-13-07, 06:50 PM	#8
Arya Ebrahimi Something clever Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Blacksburg, VA Posts: 2,483	Ah, that kind of 7-pin. I've seen them on older pickups, mine included, but I have no idea if they make an adapter. Hmm... __________________ HOKIES UNITED Arya Ebrahimi '94 FZJ80 200k miles, locked, 285 Revo's, ARB Bullbar, Hella 4000's, homemade drawers My mini-truck buildup thread...updated 9/10 Mini-truck's first trip!! With PICS! 11/10

03-10-07, 05:52 PM	#2
Roberto IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Lumberton, NC Posts: 885	Probably just as easy to resplice a 4 pin connector to your wires?

03-10-07, 08:52 PM	#3
Moe R IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 321	Thanks Roberto That one had occured to me. Just trying to shorten the curve. Thanks Moe

03-13-07, 05:00 PM	#6
Moe R IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 321	Thanks All I haven't had much time to look into it except to stop by an auto parts store. They have nothing even close.It's an Ausi part.If I had the plug I could make an adaptor. It is a 7 pin plug but they are not in a circle they go straight across with the middle pin slightly higher than the others. I'll take a pic. Thanks PS I'm new, cdan ??

03-14-07, 04:19 PM	#9
Moe R IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 321	Here are some pic's of the connector. That's a stick holding the cover open.

03-14-07, 09:01 PM	#10
Arya Ebrahimi Something clever Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Blacksburg, VA Posts: 2,483	I lied, never seen a seven pin like that before. You might be better off cutting that one off and rewiring it to a standard "US" 7-pin. They sell 7-pin plugs that have the 7-pin and 4-flat together in the same unit. Available at Tractor Supply and other stores that sell trailer wiring stuff. Ary __________________ HOKIES UNITED Arya Ebrahimi '94 FZJ80 200k miles, locked, 285 Revo's, ARB Bullbar, Hella 4000's, homemade drawers My mini-truck buildup thread...updated 9/10 Mini-truck's first trip!! With PICS! 11/10

06-30-07, 08:57 PM	#11
Moe R IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CT Posts: 321	Someone from Australia and sourounding might know about this. __________________ In an insane society, the sane must appear insane. 84 BJ42 Turboglide Kit

06-30-07, 10:46 PM	#12
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,497	Splice in a 4 pin, run a combiner, or check GM, Ford, Toyota, Dodge... they all have the 'trailer option' which is normally a 7 pin that is also supplied with a comverter for 4 pin use. An RV. Trailer supply shop can also solve the problem. Or a marine store... but DON'T go to Kragens or AutoZone - they have poor quality electrical, made in China, junk that is over-priced. The best quality electrics are at good marine shops. M __________________ '96 FZJ80, locked, Hanna sliders, ARB bumper, Kaymar rear with spare carrier, 45 gallon Longranger aux fuel tank, OBA, Hella 4000's, OME lift, 285/75/R16 Revos & AutoHome Maggiolina rooftop tent, etc. Custom Cruiser trailer with OverLand tent www.AutoHomeUS.com TLCA Member #14874

07-01-07, 11:48 PM	#13
yuurei IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Folsom TLCA# 16748 Posts: 58	HAD one of those 7 pin flat----not anymore----it's not worth the trouble. Rewire for a common round plug and use an adapter for anything flat.

07-06-07, 02:33 AM	#14
NMuzj100 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Gleneagle, CO Posts: 1,884	www.etrailer.com will have the adapter if its available (not likely). Or they'll have what you need to splice them up. I like these 7:4 pin sets- no adapters needed for the most common harnesses. No extra work and just a couple more $. I believe the Australians have separate turn and brake signals as standard for trailer wiring while in the states we use a combined brake/turn signal wiring scheme. Even to splice this in will probably require a "converter" that combines the signal. __________________ 1998 UZJ100 115K 285/75 Revos, D-light mod, DIY - Starter Contacts 1999 Toyota Camry - So Boring

07-23-07, 02:30 AM	#15
maverick_sr71 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Canberra, Australia Posts: 73	The flat plug is one of the standard types here in the land of Oz. We also have two versions of a round connector. All connectors can be either 5 or 7 pin. Personally I'd never use anything other than the flat 7 pin, I've had no end of trouble with round connectors, never had a problem with the flat one. __________________ Pete. R. 1990 GXL 1HZ Manual Canberra Australia

07-23-07, 07:57 PM	#17
trainrech IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Emporia, KS TLCA# 10240 Posts: 1,641	Not sure if it is available everywhere, but do a search for Hopkins Manufacturing - "Hoppy" manufactures about everything under the sun for trailer/vehicle wiring. __________________ '77 FJ40 - 2 YO Son calls it "White Truck" '85 4Runner to be named '85 4Runner Donor "Ick"

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