Trailer Brake Lock-Out Key Question/Issue...

[Ohio]

There was a double pass of electrical tape wrapped around the front of the trailer holding it in. He said to leave it there. That was another aspect that made me question things... if it were meant to be kept in place most/all of the time, there'd have been something a bit more solid than electrical tape.

It was taped in all likelihood so they could use a fork lift or something similar to move it around the lot.

 

[Ohio]

Trailers with surge brakes that do not have a round plug, have a 5 pin plug. The fifth pin is what locks out the brakes when backing up. So yes, a flat four would not do it. A flat five or round 7 is what is required for automatic lock out. Glad you figured that out.

But, if you flip the flat 4 over, and plug it in, then turn on your headlights, you will keep the brakes from engaging, should you need to do that.

 

[HangOutdoors]

You have a good group here to discuss and ask questions. What about all the people whom are new boat owners that, that guy is giving wrong information to? Could cause issues or an accident. Not cool.

 

[FSH 210 Sport]

But, if you flip the flat 4 over, and plug it in, then turn on your headlights, you will keep the brakes from engaging, should you need to do that.

Crafty!

 

[Ohio]

Also, leave a zip tie wrapped around the tongue, and slide it forward to hold the key in place, should I need it.

 

[Neutron]

Also, leave a zip tie wrapped around the tongue, and slide it forward to hold the key in place, should I need it.

I do the same ,I just slide the zip tie forward if need be

 

[Billtex2000]

I'll also add, I'm willing to bet that you couldn't keep the lockout key "in at all times" without tape, adhesive or magnets

Either you were being hit with so much info that you misunderstood him, or he didn't follow up and ask if you were following what he was saying - if he thought that was accurate info, that would be something he should emphasize, as it relates to safely towing your boat. Whatever the case, he clearly dropped the ball on that item when explaining it.

I'm late to the party, but I got one of these if it helps anyone:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DPQMBMZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Sticks right on the side (painted trailer).

 

[biffdotorg]

But, if you flip the flat 4 over, and plug it in, then turn on your headlights, you will keep the brakes from engaging, should you need to do that.

Cool trick, but you mean a flat 5 right? Trailers with surge brakes will have a flat five. (4+1) Flat four (3+1)