Tried searches in the E53 forum didn't turn up any answers (but a few similar old questions). So here goes (again).
Got a Trailex with a winch that is wired to use the 12V Battery (pin 4) and Ground (pin 1) from a 7-pin receptacle / plug. From trial & "error" I have found pin 4 is run thru a 20AMP fuse (in the curb side side panel fuse box #78) on the OEM hitch package on the X5. 20AMP is enough for some 12V trailer accessories (interior lights, etc), but not a winch motor.
The trailer has electric brakes and a small 12V "breakaway" brake controller battery that I believe is also "charged" off the 12V Power pin.
So any solutions suggested? Is a second 12V battery mounted in the trailer the best alternative (maybe charged like the breakaway battery)?
Has anyone found a way to get more AMPS on pin 4? Maybe a direct(heavy duty fused) line from the X5 battery positive terminal that bypasses OEM 20AMP connection on the receptacle?