Wiring for For CRV, Hopkins Kit Any Good?
Just purchased a new (2014) CRV, looking at wiring options. I was concerned with the complexity of tapping into the existing wires; but stumbled across what looks like a plug/play diode kit. Based on...
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Sorry about confusion with the links, don’t know what happened, doesn’t’ make sense.
Regardless, anyone used this Hopkins kit? I like the idea of a plug/play kit. The video is clear. The idea makes sense. Here’s the description:
“Hopkins Tow Bar Wiring - HM56304
Wire your vehicle and get the signal lights required for flat towing without having to splice into your wiring with this custom, plug-in harness. Integrated diodes prevent feedback from RV for safe operation. Wires as combined lighting system.
My only concern is I’ve not heard of such a setup before and there is only one review on ETrailer.com sales page. I searched “Hopkins tow bar wiring review”. Found another video, looked like a sales video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzpMrSO4le4
Here’s the Hopkins installation video : http://www.etrailer.com/tv-install-trailer-wiring-2014-honda-crv-hm56304.aspx
Regardless, anyone used this Hopkins kit? I like the idea of a plug/play kit. The video is clear. The idea makes sense. Here’s the description:
“Hopkins Tow Bar Wiring - HM56304
Wire your vehicle and get the signal lights required for flat towing without having to splice into your wiring with this custom, plug-in harness. Integrated diodes prevent feedback from RV for safe operation. Wires as combined lighting system.
My only concern is I’ve not heard of such a setup before and there is only one review on ETrailer.com sales page. I searched “Hopkins tow bar wiring review”. Found another video, looked like a sales video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzpMrSO4le4
Here’s the Hopkins installation video : http://www.etrailer.com/tv-install-trailer-wiring-2014-honda-crv-hm56304.aspx
