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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2020 Equinox Premier Ed. With LED Taillights and Active Aero Shutters
  • I would use the Roadmaster # RM-523193-5 Base Plate Kit for Direct-Connect. From looking at the attached instructions (Figure T) the only trimming is to a small area on the left and right of an air dam, behind the grill. You can see the shutters at the top of that figure and they do not appear to be affected. I have also attached a video demonstration of the installation. This base plate will pair perfectly with the Roadmaster # RM-520 “Falcon 2” standard tow bar rated for 6000 pounds....
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  • Transmission Cooler Options and Installation for a 2009 Chevy Equinox Pulling a 2,800 Pound Trailer
  • I am not sure what, if any, benefit new cooler lines would offer. But the right transmission cooler will do the trick. If your 2009 Chevy Equinox has the 3.4 liter engine, we have several options. I recommend the Derale Transmission Cooler, # D12901. This has the simplest, tube fin design. It is fairly small so it should be easy to find the best mounting point. There are essentially three places to mount a transmission cooler. The best place is between the grille and AC condenser core....
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  • What Is Towing Capacity for 2012 Chevy Equinox
  • In my research on your 2012 Chevy Equinox, I found that the towing capacity for models with the 2.4L 4 cylinder engine is 1500 lbs, while models equipped with the 3.0L 6 cylinder engine like yours have a 3500 lb towing capacity. This is how much the trailer can weigh by itself and still be safe. I've confirmed this information with the owner's manual. For a hitch the etrailer part # E98865 is the best way to go as it has plenty of capacity and installs easily. See attached install video. For...
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  • Recommended Bike Rack for Hauling 2 Bikes with a 2020 Chevy Equinox
  • I recommend using the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C77FR for carrying 2 bikes with your 2020 Chevy Equinox. I like the Curt hitches because we have found that they have better welds and a thicker powder coat which promotes a longer lasting hitch receiver. We have actually been able to install this on a 2020 Equinox so I have attached that installation video as well as a photo of the finished project for you to check out. Since bike racks don't use lights you won't need to install wiring. If...
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  • Comparing Roadmaster Nighthawk and Blue Ox Ascent for Flat Towing 2020 Chevy Equinox
  • The Blue Ox Ascent # BX4370 and the Roadmaster Nighthawk part # RM-676 are both very nice tow bars with many of the same features. both will work great but from using both Roadmaster and Blue Ox flat towing components I think the Blue Ox setups are a bit easier to use. The Nighthawk does have LEDs in the outer arms but that's only real distinct feature difference. For your 2020 Chevy Equinox the correct base plate kit is the # BX1730. The DUO part # SM99251 is the easiest install and...
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  • Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2022 Chevy Equinox
  • Glad to hear you're off on the right start with the Curt Trailer Hitch # C77FR on your 2022 Chevy Equinox! I'd be more than happy to help you navigate the wiring side of things. Smaller trailers usually only have a 4-Way connector for the basic lighting functions and for this I recommend the T-One # 118759 if you have the Premier model, the T-One # 118750 if you don't have the Premier model, or the Curt # C94FR if you have the factory Tow Package. Attached are some installation videos...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2017 Chevy Equinox without Factory Tow Package
  • For your 2017 Chevy Equinox you can use the etrailer trailer hitch # e98865. This is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch receiver. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. If the ball mount...
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  • Best Value for Parts to Flat Tow 2017 Chevy Equinox
  • We can get you set up with the parts needed to flat tow your 2017 Chevy Equinox that are the best value. It's definitely possible to get parts that are still quality but not the priciest and I'll make a list for you like you asked to make it easier. - Base Plate Kit: Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518315 - Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR - Wiring Kit: Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights # TL21RK - Fuse Bypass (4-Cylinder Models) # RM-76517 OR Fuse Bypass (6-Cylinder Models)...
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  • Transmission Cooler Install Location for 2012 Chevy Equinox
  • The great thing about modern cooling systems is that they are extremely efficient. The radiators dissipate heat really well and and the fans pull so much air that even with a transmission cooler out in front of it the vehicle will easily cool well enough. You actually want to install the cooler out in front of the AC condenser as well. Basically it needs to get the air flow first to operate well but the AC and engine will still operate just fine. For your 2012 Chevy Equinox the # D13503...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2020 Chevy Equinox
  • For a base plate kit for your 2020 Chevy Equinox we have the Roadmaster base plate kit part # RM-523193-5 which is a confirmed fit. I also attached an install video for you to check out as well. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For...
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  • Recommendations for Compatible Flat Towing System on 2019 Chevy Equinox
  • The Roadmaster Brake Master systems can work on a 2019 Chevy Equinox, but only if the motorhome has air brakes. With hydraulic brakes on your 2000 Rexhall, you will instead want a system that is compatible with both your motorhome and Equinox and adding an air compressor to your motorhome will not allow proper braking function. Instead, I recommend using the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 along with the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751489. This...
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2022 Chevy Equinox with Naked Roof
  • For your 2022 Chevy Equinox that has a naked roof the roof rack I would recommend is the Inno Aero Bar Roof Rack part # INXB130-2, # INXS250, # IN43FR. This is a higher quality roof rack that beats it's competitors in price by quite a bit. It's still one of the nicer rack options that's going to fit well, install easy, and be quieter but it just comes in a much better price so I really like it.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Chevy Equinox Diesel Premier
  • We have all the parts you need to flat tow your 2018 Chevy Equinox Diesel. The first thing you'll want is a base plate kit confirmed as a fit. For that the Roadmaster EZ4 kit part # RM-523193-4 is what you need. It has removable arms too which means it won't be visible when you aren't flat towing. I attached an install video and picture for this for you to check out. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking...
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  • What Vehicles Does Draw Tite Hitch # 36408 Fit
  • The Draw Tite Hitch part # 36408 fits the following vehicles: 2005 - 2017 Chevrolet Equinox 2010 - 2017 GMC Terrain 2006 - 2009 Pontiac Torrent 2002 - 2003 Saturn Vue 2004 - 2007 Saturn Vue excluding Red Line
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  • How Does Hitch Install on 2018 Chevy Equinox Diesel Fit with Urea Tank
  • When installing the Draw Tite hitch part # 76217 that you referenced on your 2018 Chevy Equinox diesel model the urea tank you mentioned gets temporarily removed. For more info on that I attached a picture from the install instructions that covers this step as well as a link to the install instructions and a link to an install video on a similar Equinox.
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  • What Lift-Assist Kayak Carrier do You Recommend for 2 Kayaks on My 2008 Subaru Outback Wagon?
  • Thanks so much for the photo. From the looks of your photo of your factory roof rack, the best option is to install an aftermarket roof rack on your vehicle. This is because there is a considerable amount of unusable crossbar space where the feet connect to the raised rails. Fortunately, Thule makes a roof rack that is compatible with your raised rails after you remove your current setup. For that system, I recommend the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black -...
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  • Are Base Plate Kit Fits Same from a 2015 to a 2020 Chevy Equinox
  • The base plate kits from a 2015 Chevy Equinox are not the same as the 2020 Equinox fits. So for the 2020 you'd need the Blue Ox part # BX1730.
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  • Are Quick Disconnects of Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar Same as RM5250 Falcon
  • The quick disconnect crossbar of the Roadmaster Falcon 2 part # RM-520. The crossbar part # RM-067 of this tow bar is the same as what you have currently but we do not offer a version of the Falcon without it. If your tow bar is old enough that it needs to be replaced you'd want a new crossbar too so that you have all new parts and nothing fatigued from use.
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2021 Chevy Equinox to Carry Thule Hullavator Kayak Carrier
  • The Thule roof rack part numbers # TH711400, # TH710501, and # TH145206 which is a confirmed fit for your 2021 Chevy Equinox with a naked roof would be an excellent choice for a roof rack and would also work great with the Thule Hullavator part # TH898 you are wanting as well. This is a higher quality roof rack that is easy to install plus is very quiet. It's also aluminum so it will not rust like other metals.
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  • Parts Needed to Install a 7-way on a 2008 Chevy Equinox with 4-Way
  • What you will want to install on your 2008 Chevy Equinox is the part # ETBC7. This comes with everything needed to install a fully functional 7-way on your vehicle. Since your trailer has an inverter you will at least need a 12 volt accessory circuit on the 7-way. Most likely your trailer has brakes and you will need a brake controller. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it...
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