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Old 04-21-2018, 02:49 PM   #1
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New Trailer - Lights dim...?

I just bought a new 16' Trailer w/brakes. All the lights work on the Truck, and when hooked to the Trailer they also work, but the Signals get very dim and flash faster.

Do I need a different relay? Or maybe LEDs in the trailer?

Ideas?
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Old 04-21-2018, 06:17 PM   #2
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Re: New Trailer - Lights dim...?

Just installed a Heavy Duty Electronic flasher relay - hopefully that will do it.
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Old 04-21-2018, 06:23 PM   #3
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Re: New Trailer - Lights dim...?

It should. A Heavy Duty(sometimes marked for use with trailer) flasher will normally do the trick. The older style non-electronic versions often lost the if bulb out - don't flash warning feature.
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Old 04-21-2018, 11:22 PM   #4
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Re: New Trailer - Lights dim...?

Yep - worked like a charm!

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