Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2022 Chevrolet Equinox

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2022 Equinox. Do they make a base plate to fit this vehicle?

asked by: Bryan E

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Yes, I suggest the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit, # RM-523193-5. This fits all trim levels WITHOUT lower active grill shutters. For a Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, you can use # BX1730.

For a complete flat tow arrangement for a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, you will need a base plate kit, safety cables and a wiring solution to synchronize your RV’s lights to the Equinox. You will also need a supplemental braking system to synchronize your RV and towed vehicle's brakes.

Once the selected base plate is installed and the tow bar attached to your RV it needs to be +/- 3" of being level or you will most likely have excessive wear on you tires and steering components. I've provided a link to our selection of high/low adapters along with a help article on must have flat towing components. Below is my recommended set-up for your 2022 Chevrolet Equinox:

- Base Plates, Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit, # RM-523193-5. This fits all trim levels WITHOUT lower active grill shutters.

- Tow Bar, Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar, # RM-676. This has a large hookup radius and hassle-free latches make it easy to connect and release. It also includes the needed safety cables and some wiring so that is not an additional purchase.

- Wiring, If you have LED tail lights, use Roadmaster Universal Wiring Kit with Smart Diodes for Variable Voltage LED Tail Lights, # RO44FR. OR
- Wiring Kit - If you have incandescent Tail Lights: Roadmaster Universal Wiring Kit with Smart Diodes for Variable Voltage Incandescent Tail Lights, # RO94FR. With either option you will also need the RoadMaster 6-Wire Trailer Connector - Vehicle End
Item # RM-910030-7.

- Supplemental Braking System, I suggest the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System, # RM-8700 along with the Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit, # RM-751000.

I also suggest you install the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-156-25. If your motorhome does not already have a charge line to the back, you can install the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Motorhomes # RM-156-75.

Please be sure to review your vehicle specific owners manual before flat towing your 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, look under "Recreational Towing" for the manufacturers guidelines to safely flat tow this vehicle.

expert reply by: Michael R

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Answer 1

For a shop that can install the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, #BX1730 and other items for a flat tow set-up, can be located using our "Locate installers near me" link. You will find this hyper link directly below the product review and…

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Answer 2

Yes, all of the base plates for your 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, like the: -Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX1730 will require removing the cold air grille for installation. Additionally, if you're needing a complete flat-towing setup, you're going to…

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Answer 3

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…

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Answer 4

A mechanic or trailer shop that has experience with setting up flat tow setups is the best option to install your base plate and wiring. The wiring from supplemental braking systems can sometimes be a longer process so you want to find someone that…

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Answer 5

The Roadmaster Direct Connect base plate kit part #RM-523193-5 that you referenced does fit models of the 2022 Chevy Equinox that have the active shutters but you will need to trim them. This is mentioned in the attached install instructions for this…

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Answer 6

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Answer 7

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 8

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 9

The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #BWRVK3700 is perfectly compatible with cushioned pin boxes like your MORryde RP072-1621HD, so the clunking you're experiencing isn't related to the two components being incompatible. With…

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Answer 10

It's totally normal for a bit of movement between any fifth wheel hitch and the base rails. The feet on the hitch are typically a bit smaller than the slots they slide into for mounting otherwise you'd have a hard time getting your hitch in…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

The amount of bow that's put into trailer axles like the #7359765 is based on about how much a trailer is typically going to weigh that has a 3,500 lb capacity. So there's a bit of approximation and obviously it can't be totally perfect…

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