Parts Needed To Flat Tow A 2013 Honda Pilot
Question:
What is best way to tow behind my rv? I have 2013 pilot 4wheel drive and 2001 express 330hp diesel motor
asked by: Mike H
Expert Reply:
First, be sure to consult your vehicle specific owners manual for OEM information on towing your vehicle.
If you choose to flat tow your 2013 Honda Pilot you will need several items, again please consult the vehicle specific owners manual first.
The first item needed is the base plate kit, I suggest the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, # 521568-1. This is a confirmed fit for your 2013 Honda Pilot. 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 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.
For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, eleminating the need of splicing into the vehicle wiring. You will probably require the removal of a fuse to flat tow so you will also want the fuse bypass part # RM76511.
Because most states require supplemental braking in the towed, the easiest to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot, # BLU37TR. This will apply the Honda's brakes in proportion to motorhome braking being applied.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Bulb and Socket Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- Mini Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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