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Hopkins 20019 Trailer Break Away Kit with Battery Charger and 44 Switch Hopkins 20019 Trailer Break Away Kit with Battery Charger and 44 Switch

Hopkins 20019 Trailer Break Away Kit with Battery Charger and 44 Switch

Hopkins 20019 Trailer Break Away Kit with Battery Charger and 44 Switch Hopkins 20019 Trailer Break Away Kit with Battery Charger and 44 Switch
$ 36.30

Score By Feature

Based on 98 ratings
Value for money
9.90
Easy to install
9.38

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Product Description

When the trailer is separated from the vehicle, the trailer brakes are activated
The battery charger is integrated into the device
Battery and charger are protected by a plastic case that is corrosion-proof
Single and tandem axle trailers with electric brakes can use this type of brake.
It is required by law in most states to have a trailer breakaway kit, and this kit exceeds this requirement. In this regulation, there are 393 points. In parenthesis (d), see 43

Questions & Answers

The system will work on an axle system with three brakes up front and six brakes up back?

It may work, but I'm not sure. If you go to the seller's website, E trailers, they'll likely have that information.

In what sense does 44" switch make sense?

In Stanley's example, it refers to mounting the switch further away from the battery box because the 44" wires are on the switch We are available to help you with any further questions you might have The Central Time Zone is set at 1 p.m. Monday through Friday Dial 800 to Thanks a lot

How long can the battery last on this item?

In short, yes. Since the trailer brakes must be applied upon hitch disconnect, the battery has low capacity, and it would be worthwhile to connect a trickle charger to ensure that the battery remains This is the best battery life. Stanley makes a reliable one, and you can find them on Amazon I believe it is around A brief update There is a Stanley BC209 Battery Maintainer, priced at

The trailer ground can be connected to the charger ground and the charger hot to the black wire. Can this be recharged by using a 12 volt charger?

In short, yes. In my case, I have it hooked up to the hot lead on the 7-volt The battery is charged when it is plugged in via a way plug.

Selected User Reviews For Hopkins 20019 Trailer Break Away Kit with Battery Charger and 44 Switch

This system is perfect for people on a budget
5/5

It was about the same price to buy a new battery and breakaway switch for my trailer than to buy a whole new kit. As part of the Hopkins 20019, you receive a battery, box/charger, and breakaway switch with a 44" cable attached. I used the mounting hardware that came with my old unit since it did not come with any mounting hardware. As a very simple unit, the 20019 lacks LED indicators to indicate charge status and any extra features. Simple and straightforward, the unit does not include many frills. I needed exactly what you said. Many people have suggested that the 20019 be sold with a LED charge indicator and hardware, but it is On the Hopkins website and in the catalog you can see that it is a basic box without any In many cases, you can't tell the difference between the picture and description. On Amazon, for instance, the picture and description were correct, except there was no sticker on my box. Instead, the writing was embossed into my plastic box. My installation of the wiring and connectors was simple and straight forward. The quality of the components was excellent. The wires were of a good length and I had no problems connecting them to my trailer.

Troy Obrien
Troy Obrien
| Sep 24, 2020
According to its description, it is what it says it is
5/5

It does not have hardware. The hardware does not need to be mounted. In the advertisement, that was not mentioned. I adapted it to suit myself. Other than that, it's what it's advertised to be. Make sure the cable to tow vehicle is going in the right direction. Keeping your fingers off pinch points is important.

Ezra Lancaster
Ezra Lancaster
| Mar 11, 2021
I gave it five stars because the kit is fine in every aspect
5/5

I was happy with it in every aspect. I found the battery to be big enough (electrically) and capable of working in all positions (it is a gel type). The mounting apparatus worked well, even though I chose something different, and the 44" cord connected to the breakaway switch was very convenient. A variety of mounting orientations are possible thanks to the construction and design. On a subjective note, it was good to know that the trailer brakes would now be applied if it broke away.

Dallas Mack
Dallas Mack
| Sep 01, 2020
It consists of a light The expected result was achieved
5/5
Gracelynn Friedman
Gracelynn Friedman
| Dec 01, 2020
The real test will be whether it works for real
5/5

Very well done, instructions were a bit confusing, but in the end it worked out very nicely.

Allison Holloway
Allison Holloway
| Mar 15, 2021
It does what it ought to do
5/5

I really like it.

Amani Woodward
Amani Woodward
| Mar 24, 2021
I give it five stars
5/5

The installation process is easy.

Luis Kline
Luis Kline
| Dec 01, 2020
The parts have been missing
3/5

A picture of the U bolts, washers, and lock nuts for mounting with Hopkins 20019 can be found here. Neither washers, lock nuts or U bolts were included in the unit I received.

Kinsley Andrews
Kinsley Andrews
| Dec 24, 2020

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