Vegas Teacher Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 OK I am not a mechanic and if I go to a mechanic I want to be able to explain everything to him with the parts that I take him. I have the following parts and boxes sitting in my living room and my wife wants them gone and hooked up to the Semi - yesterday........ 1. Direclink braking system 2. 7 pin blade plug in to go to the trailer it also has a 5 pin attached to it for smaller trailers without brakes like my boat trailer 3. 30' of extension wire with all kinds of colored wire inside of the bigger black wire. 4. Jackalopee on the way So for some of you I am sure you are thinking this is so easy. I used to do car stereos and there was an order 1. Power from car to head unit 2. Head unit wired to cross over 3. cross over wired to Amp (s) 4. Amp(s) to speaker(s) Anyway I am completely confused on what to wire to what and who talks to who. Also please understand something if you write back I am dyslexic so this is part of my problem. So if I take my Semi into a shop to get it wired and they ask me questions could you it like I did the stereo example. And how do I explain this to a mechanic? I teach Biology not physics LOL!!! Later, Cory O - Vegas Teacher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 I think you will find that the instructions included with the Jackalopee will answer all your questions. They are very good and detailed. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffw Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Work it backwards from the trailer. The 7-pin cable that goes to the trailer carries lights, power, turn signals and brake control. The Jackalopee converts the 3 light DOT truck system to the 2 light RV system. It has provisions for 12 V DC power, brake controller wiring, and other options. Check out http://rvhaulers.ca/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Jackalopee-Manual1.pdf for instructions on the jackolopee. The brake controller and the original trailer light pigtail meet at the Jackalopee and then go to the new trailer connection. Make sense? The directlink will plug into the diag port, and will have an output wire that goes to the jackalopee to head to your trailer. 2007 Volvo 780 Volvo D12D, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 1. Take the black cable that is wired to the commercial trailer jack at the left back corner of the cab. 2. Disconnect that cable from the commercial outlet. 3. Route the cable to inside of the lower aft compartment at the back of your cab. 4. The cable provides the input feeds into the Jackalopee for all the lights. 5. Route your new cable from the Jackalopee to the back of the truck, wherever you are mounting the new trailer light jack. 6. Hook up the cab end of that cable to the output side of the Jackalopee. 7. Finish wiring the Jackalopee as per the supplied instructions. 8. Install the Direclink, as per the supplied instructions. 9. route a blue wire from the Direclink to the brake input on the Jackalopee. 10. Attach your trailer and plug into trailer jack. 11. Drive to camping spot. 12. Park truck in camp site. 13. Consume mass quantity of adult beverage. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Did you hear about the dyslexic who walked into a bra? John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted May 5, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 19 minutes ago, VegasFlyer said: Did you hear about the dyslexic who walked into a bra? Thanks smart @$$, yes I did, I think I heard it from you when we were between El passo and Tuscon Arizona. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Dyslexic insomniac who laid awake wondering if there really was a dog? I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted May 5, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Thanks to those who have responded it is appreciated. There are a few things with wiring I understand but I don't know how to do everything, and with something as specific as this I want it to be perfect. I am now trying to locate a good garage in Vegas to do this. I called camping world and they backed out quickly, as fast as they could say no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsallyh Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Not to change the topic, but Vegas Teacher or Vegas Flyer, check out the post under General Rving by HaleyCowan, maybe you can suggest a shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cotreker Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Vegas Teacher, I just installed my Jackalope this week and can walk you through this. Seven wires in and 7 wires out for starters. Volvo 670 / 2006 10-Speed ATV's & Sleds 2017 Host Mammoth Slide-In Camper on Deck Jackalopee Build article published here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 VT, if it eases your mind any, when we got our Jackalopee, my wife looked over the directions and declared it a "piece of cake." She's a bit more mechanical than many guys I know, but the directions really are that good. VF will help you through the tough spots. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 Bring it to a rally. It will all be installed before you leave! Dave 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 He is trying to get ready for the WCR. He'll be fine. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollytrolley Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 17 hours ago, Vegas Teacher said: Thanks to those who have responded it is appreciated. There are a few things with wiring I understand but I don't know how to do everything, and with something as specific as this I want it to be perfect. I am now trying to locate a good garage in Vegas to do this. I called camping world and they backed out quickly, as fast as they could say no. Teach.....you worry too much .....let Flyer help you some more...... IMPORTANT: Listen up..........Get those parts out of sight of the wife.........WIFE can be the most "Critical-Part" part of any HDT adventure........dyslexic excuse is nice but it has no weight with wives........I know .....boy oh boy do I know..... Ok here is the drill......load all your parts in the truck......drive to the shop......wait for Flyer to meet you at the shop......hand Flyer your highest credit balance credit card..........Flyer will insert the credit card ("Chip-UP") into the shop credit card machine.......and some day the parts will be cobbled into the truck........ Trust Flyer........Pilots really know how to run credit cards..........UP........UP Drive on.........(How high is your .....balance) 97 Freightshaker Century Cummins M11-370 / 1350 /10 spd / 3:08 /tandem/ 20ft Garage/ 30 ft Curtis Dune toybox with a removable horse-haul-module to transport Dolly-The-Painthorse to horse camps and trail heads all over the Western U S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 I recommend a terminal strip (with cover) on both the input and output sides of the Jackalope. That allows you to easily hook up future items. And just take my word for it - there WILL be future items. It also provides good test points for future debugging. Something like THIS works well. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Av8r3400 Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 This is a good one too. I've used this one before on other projects. Av8r34002012 Volvo VNL 730 D13 iShift & 2021 Grand Design Momentum 397TH I'd rather die trying to live - Than live trying not to die. -Leonard Perry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted May 8, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 Thanks all o am getting ready for jury duty and laughing so hard I am cruomg right now. O hot the hitch installed over the weekend and could not be happier with the work. I got s guy lined up to do the rest. My buddy Geo knew somebody. Later Cory Ossana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat & Pete Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 7 hours ago, Vegas Teacher said: Thanks all o am getting ready for jury duty and laughing so hard I am cruomg right now. O hot the hitch installed over the weekend and could not be happier with the work. I got s guy lined up to do the rest. My buddy Geo knew somebody. Later Cory Ossana Not to get too picky , but , I'm just guessing you didn't proof read that^ post . Maybe a pot or two less coffee might help ? LOL Goes around , comes around . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 9 hours ago, Vegas Teacher said: Thanks all o am getting ready for jury duty and laughing so hard I am cruomg right now. O hot the hitch installed over the weekend and could not be happier with the work. I got s guy lined up to do the rest. My buddy Geo knew somebody. Later Cory Ossana Hi Cory, I am going to try to post a couple pictures of my set-up. I think it can help you. 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 Nice job, Alan. That is the way I like to see it!!! You will be very glad some day that you did that. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 1 hour ago, Jack Mayer said: Nice job, Alan. That is the way I like to see it!!! You will be very glad some day that you did that. Thank you Jack. I also have a Lexan cover to protect the terminal strips. I have not installed the cover yet. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Nice neat job Alan. I keep saying, "one of these days"! Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Kildow Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 On 5/8/2017 at 8:47 AM, alan0043 said: Hi Cory, I am going to try to post a couple pictures of my set-up. I think it can help you. If and when I get to that point. I would love you to teach me to make one that nice. And I know it being like that. If you were to sell the truck. I'm sure the next owner should pay extra. Because they know there life is going to be so much better. Not pulling there hair out trying to figure out where that nest of wires go. Did you make up the cover for that? Looking forward to seeing the cover on it when you get to that point. And that's a nice job well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 On 5/8/2017 at 10:04 PM, HERO Maker said: Nice neat job Alan. I keep saying, "one of these days"! Hi Rocky, If you come back to next years ECR, I would be more than willing to help you with this project. The Jackalopee and the terminal strips are mounted to 3/4" plywood. And the plywood is bolted to the truck. If I where to do this job over. I would make one change. I did not know that there is clear heat shrink tubing. I would cover my labels on the wires with clear heat shrink tubing. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Thanks Al. I'll keep that in mind. Good idea about the clear heat shrink. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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