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  • Recommended Tow Bar Wiring and Safety Cables To Flat Tow 2017 GMC Canyon
  • Since you already have a tow bar, base plates, and a supplemental braking system for your 2017 GMC Canyon you are most of the way to a complete flat tow setup. Since you mentioned that you are using the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Supplemental Braking System # RM-9400 you will also need the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332, and Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751472 for your Canyon. The last components you will need are the wiring, and safety cables you mentioned, and likely a high-low...
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  • Can 2012 GMC Canyon 4x4 be Flat Towed
  • Everything I was able to look up on your 2012 GMC Canyon 4x4 is that the vehicle is flat towable as-is. The weight looks to be between 3,366 and 4,070 lbs depending on how it is equipped. For a base plate kit you'd then want the part # 3122-1 which is a confirmed fit. 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...
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  • What Steps To Keep Older Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain In Good Shape
  • As long as the Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain # RM-522 is still in good shape there would be nothing wrong with using it as is. Since it is a bit older and you have only had it for the last 4 years I recommend giving it a good cleaning and lubricating it. Roadmaster recommends using the Roadmaster Tow Bar Cleaner - 22 oz Spray Bottle # RM-9932 and then lubricating it with dry silicone spray like # RM-747. I would double check that the arms go in and out smoothly, and there is not obvious...
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  • 2 Bike Rack Recommendation with Tilt and Locks
  • For a tilting bike rack that can carry 2 bikes and has locks for the bikes and for the rack to the hitch we have the Thule Apex XT part # TH9024XT. This rack is very stable and easy to use too so it would be a great option. I attached a review video for this rack installed in a similar truck's hitch as well.
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  • 2020 GMC Canyon Towing Mirror Recommendation
  • We have an alternative but the K-Source Custom Extendable Towing Mirrors part # KS62049-50G are not confirmed to fit your 2020 GMC Canyon. Your best bet until someone produces a custom fit option is the K-Source Universal Towing Mirrors part # KS3891-2. They will hold on really well and really help you get a much better view of your trailer and the surroundings. Check out the linked video that shows how they fit the 2017 model.
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  • Roof Mount Bike Carrier for a 2012 GMC Canyon with Thule Square Crossbars
  • There are many Thule roof rack mounted bike carriers that you could use with the Thule square bars on your 2012 GMC Canyon. I have included a link to the fork mount options for you. The FastRide, # TH95JV, is a great level fork mount carrier. I have included a link to a video review of this carrier for you.
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  • Will Heavier Spring Bars Decrease Trailer Porpoising
  • If the trailer does not have enough weight on the tongue relative to the weight of the trailer (ideally between 10-15%) then you can experience issues with porpoising. A weight distribution system will generally fix most porpoising issues as it helps better distribute the load more evenly but if the springs bars are too weak they can flex more and give in to porpoising. The best solution would be to rearrange weight on the trailer but stiffer springs bars would also help to alleviate some...
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  • Cover Recommendation for Roadmaster Direct Connect Base Plate Kit
  • Since the Roadmaster base plate kit part # RM37VR is a direct connect base plate kit the correct covers would be the part # RM-210 that you referenced.
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  • Recommendation for a Truck or Trailer ID Bar with Amber Lights
  • That particular style is not available with amber lenses but we do have an option that has amber lenses. We have the Sealed, 3-Light Truck and Trailer Identification Light Bar # MC99AB.
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  • Are There Powered Nerf Bars for a 2018 GMC Canyon Crew Cab
  • I do have several nerf bar and running boards options for a 2018 GMC Canyon but none are powered. Instead, I recommend the Aries Round Nerf Bars part # AA204051 which are one of our most popular options. They have a 3" wide bar which provides plenty of room for your feet and a slick black powdered finish which helps with durability and looks nice.
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  • How To Install 5-Way On 2008 GMC Canyon With Factory 4-Way
  • The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C56510 is just what you need to install a 5-way trailer connector on a 2008 GMC Canyon and this option means you won't have to use any adapters which require splicing. In order to replace the 5-way on the trailer you can use the Hopkins Endurance 5-Way Flat Trailer Connector part # HM47910.
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  • Recommendation on Flat Towing Wiring for a 2017 GMC Canyon
  • For your 2017 GMC Canyon, I recommend the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, # RM-154. The kit will work on both 2 and 3-wire lighting systems. The kit includes the 4-pole flat plug, so connecting to your 7 pin to 4 flat cable will not be an issue. As for a battery disconnect, I recommend the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect, # RM-766. The Roadmaster battery is switch operated allowing for easy engaging on the battery disconnect. The switch can be installed in the...
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  • Is Redarc Tow Pro Elite a Good Brake Controller for 2018 GMC Canyon
  • The Redarc Tow Pro Elite brake controller # RED44FR is a really great option for a brake controller for your 2018 GMC Canyon and does not require any additional install harnesses as it will wire directly to the brake controller wiring present under the truck's dash. I attached an install video for this controller in a similar Canyon for you to check out as well.
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  • Recommended Tonneau Cover for a 2017 GMC Canyon with Sport Bar
  • The TruXedo Lo Pro Soft Roll-up Tonneau Cover part # TX549901 for 5' beds or part # TX553401 for 6' beds are great options for a 2017 GMC Canyon and actually designed for models with the sport bar so there will not be any issues. It's the only option we have for models with the sport bar.
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  • Will SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs SS75FR Void Warranty Of 2016 GMC Canyon?
  • The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SS75FR you were looking at for your 2016 GMC Canyon will not void your warranty. This is due to the fact that you are protected by the Federal Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act which states that if you take your vehicle in for a warranty repair they must honor the warranty unless the aftermarket component you added is what caused the issue. The # SS75FR gives 1500lbs of support to your rear suspension when you are carrying a heavy payload...
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  • Is There a Brake Controller Wire Front to Back on a 2005 GMC Canyon
  • The trailer brake output wire is not run from the front of the vehicle to the rear, you will need to do this yourself. In order to do this, we have a kit you can use which has the wire and everything else you need to install a trailer brake controller. The kit I am referring to is the 4 to 7-Way with 4-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. This will require an existing 4-way so if you don't already have one of these you'll need one. I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole...
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  • Towing Mirror Recommendation for a 2016 GMC Canyon
  • The K-Source Universal Towing Mirrors # KS3891 will fit your 2016 GMC Canyon well. We don't have custom fit mirrors for your truck but we have found that these fit the Colorado well so the Canyon would be a fit too. Check out the install video I attached to see how well they work on the Colorado.
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  • Wheel Well Guard for 2016 GMC Canyon That Does Not Require Drilling
  • We only have the rear set of wheel well guards for your 2016 GMC Canyon part # HL79021 that you referenced. The good news though is that you do not have to drill to install these. I attached a link to the install instructions for you to check out as well.
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  • Recommended Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 GMC Canyon Denali
  • There are a number of parts needed in order to flat tow your 2020 GMC Canyon, and I'll list the recommended parts for you: - Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519319 - Tow Bar: Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511013 - Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch # RM-766 - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 - Supplemental Braking System: SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251 OR if your...
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  • Braking System and Rock Protection for Flat Towing a 2016 GMC Canyon Behind an Allegro RV
  • For motor homes that have air brakes there's nothing better than the SMI Air Force One braking system, # SM99243, so I do highly recommend it for your 2016 GMC Canyon and 2016 Allegro coach. The system comes with a breakaway system so you will not need to add one separately. To protect the Canyon from debris kicked up by the RV tires I recommend the KarGard, # BX8870, which will mount at the front of the Canyon on the tow bar arms. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation...
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