Expert Answers about Tow Bar Braking Systems

• Parts Needed With Tow Bar for Towing a Vehicle
• With any tow bar system, including the Blue Ox Ascent Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2-1/2" Hitch - 7,500 lbs # BX4375, you will still need a few other components including a supplemental braking system, base plates, tow bar wiring, safety cables, and often a high-low adapter. I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR because it is compatible with most vehicles. I have attached a video to assist. I have also linked an article to help overview the...
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• Component Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Ford Edge with a Motorhome
• Flat towing your Edge will require the following components: a tow bar, a quick-disconnect bar, vehicle base plates, safety cables, a light wiring system and a supplemental braking system. I have included several helpful FAQ articles concerning flat towing and the components required. The Falcon 2 Tow Bar is manufactured by RoadMaster in several versions. It appears from your photo that you have part # RM-520. Instructions for this part are provided. Your photo shows that the tow bar you...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon with Tow Loops
• From what I found on the Maximus 3 tow loops, they will work with tow bars using a 7/8" pin. Given that information you would want to use the Blue Ox Aftermarket Off-Road Bumper Adapter # BX88357 which uses a 7/8" pin. This adapter will work on a Blue Ox tow bar like the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380. The Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380 also includes the safety chains which is another part needed to flat tow. A great braking system that doesn't remain in place...
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• Adapter For Roadmaster Base Plates on Chevy Spark to Blue Ox Tow Bar & Replacement Arms
• Thanks for the photo, and we can help you out here, so let's start quickly with replacement arms for the Roadmaster base plates # RM-523185-5 that fits your 2017 Chevy Spark, for which you'll need the following part: - Roadmaster Replacement Arms for Base Plate Kits # RM-ARMS You'll click on the "Installation Details" on the product page and for part number use "523185-5" and you'll get the direct-connect arms. With those arms, there is an adapter that will allow you to use your Blue...
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• Do I Need Supplemental Braking for my 2003 Honda CR-V When Flat Towing
• The answer to your main question here is-yes. Most states and provinces require the use of a supplemental braking system when flat towing a vehicle like your 2003 Honda CR-V. A good cost effective system that will provide you with proportional braking for your dinghy is the Brake Buddy Stealth Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # HM39530. This is a permanently installed system, so it installs away from view and there's no setup needed each time you're looking to get on the road....
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2021 Kia Soul w/ Manual Transmission Behind a Motorhome w/ Air Brakes
• We can help you out with that! The best air brake supplemental braking system is the Demco Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes # SM99243. This truly proportional braking system uses the air pressure from your RV's brakes to apply the brakes in your Kia Soul. The low profile design installs out of your way and is always at the ready. To flat tow your 2021 Kia Soul you will need at least 4 main parts other than the braking system above. Those parts being...
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• Base Plate Kit and Other Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2022 Ford Escape Titanium Hybrid
• To flat tow your 2022 Ford Escape Titanium Hybrid you would need a base plate kit, tow bar, tow bar wiring, safety cables and a supplemental braking system. The only things we have confirmed to fit at this point are the base plate kit, tow bar and safety cables. We do not have tow bar wiring or a supplemental braking system confirmed to fit yet at this point (3-3-2022). You can use the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM39FR and Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow...
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• Recommended Complete Flat Towing Setup for a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
• I'm assuming you have a 1500, so going forward you're going to need a set of base plates, a set of tow bars, a braking system, and a wiring harness. So, for a set of base plates I recommend going with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1682. These are going to be easy to use and will work with the majority of tow bars on the market. Speaking of which, for a set of tow bars I recommend going with the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # RM-677. These...
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• Complete Flat Towing Setup for a 2015 Kia Soul
• I would be happy to help you find those parts so you can flat tow your 2015 Kia Soul. For a manual transmission you will need a baseplate, tow bar with safety chains, supplemental braking system, wiring harness, and a battery charge line. I have attached numerous installation videos to help guide you through installing these parts. Tow Bar: For a tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar item # BX7380 which comes with the safety cables you need. You should also add the Blue Ox Base-Plate...
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• Adapter Needed to Use Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit on Honda CR-V w/ Ready Brute Tow Bar
• The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 1528-3 is a fit for your 2001 Honda CR-V. You would then need the Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032 to use your Ready Brute tow bar. In addition to the base plate kit and tow bar, you will also need safety cables, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system to flat tow your 2001 Honda CR-V. Safety Cables: - Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables # RM-645 Tow Bar Wiring: - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring...
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• Complete Flat Towing Setup That Fits A 2017 GMC Acadia
• For a complete towing setup for your 2017 GMC Acadia, you're going to need a base plate, a braking system, a tow bar, tow bar wiring, and a high-low adapter. For a base plate, I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523189-5. This base plate kit is simple to install, easy to use, and will provide your vehicle with a nice, clean look when not in use. Following a base plate, you'll need a tow bar that is compatible with the base plate, and will be able to support the...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek with Manual Transmission
• To get your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek set up for flat towing I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-52927-5 because I think it has a slightly easier installation than some others. Then the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e74ZR paired with the Replacement Base Pins # RM-910029 to attach to the base plate. The etrailer tow bar will come with the needed safety chains. I prefer the installed braking systems because you wont have to mess with moving the system in and out...
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• Parts Needed For Flat Towing a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk With Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar
• The Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 attaches to Roadmaster base plates using a cross bar mount. You will need the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # RM-521451-4 for your 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. The Base Plate Kit # RM-521451-5 uses direct connect arms that can only be used with a tow bar like the Falcon All Terrain # RM-522. You will need the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267, and Battery Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25 for the electrical...
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• Parts Needed to Tow 2007 Jeep Wrangler JK with Blue Ox D-Ring Adapter Kit
• As long as you've got an aftermarket bumper with D-ring plates at least 5/8" thick, you can use the Blue Ox Aftermarket Bumper Adapter - 1" Pin # BX88358 to flat tow your 2007 Jeep Wrangler. To complete your flat towing setup you'll also need a compatible tow bar, tow bar wiring, safety cables, supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter. For a tow bar I recommend using the Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 10,000 lbs # BX7420, which is compatible with the D-ring...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Jeep Wrangler Using a Base Plate Kit Compatible w/ Blue Ox Tow Bars
• To dingy tow (flat tow) your 2007 Jeep Wrangler JK you will need at least 5 main parts. Those parts being a base plate kit (which you already have), a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system. Since you already have a base plate kit that is compatible with Blue Ox tow bars, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380. This tow bar is a non-binding design that is compatible with your base plate kit and includes the safety cables, so you will...
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• Complete Flat Towing Set Up For A 2020 Ford F-150
• For your 2020 Ford F-150, you're going to need a set of tow bars, a braking system, wiring, and a base plate kit. For a base plate kit, I recommend going with the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # RM-524431-4. This base plate creates a slick, hidden design when not installed, and feature a simple installation with no welding required. Moving on to a set of tow bars, the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # RM-677 with the swivel ears...
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• What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 1994 Jeep Wrangler Behind a Nissan Xterra
• Flat towing a vehicle requires 5 components: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system. For your 1994 Jeep Wrangler you would need base plates, # 1409-1 that you have referenced. These are standard base plates that provide a secure and safe attachment point for a compatible tow bar. For a tow bar, the most economical is the Roadmaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, with a 5,000 pound capacity. I have included a link to the installation details for you...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2022 Jeep Wrangler with Factory Bumper
• In order to flat tow your 2022 Jeep Wrangler with factory bumper, you will need at least 5 main parts. Those parts are a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system. I have listed these parts out for you below. Base Plate Kit: - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-521453-5 Tow Bar: - Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676. This tow bar also includes the needed safety cables. Tow Bar Wiring: - Roadmaster Universal...
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• Complete Flat Towing Setup For An Electric 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
• In order to flat tow your 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee, you are going to need a base plate, a set of tow bars, a wiring harness, and a braking system. For a base plate I recommend checking out the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521440-5. This base plate is going to work out great with your Grand Cherokee, has a clean non-obtrusive design, and requires no welding for install. Next, for a set of compatible tow bars, I recommend checking out the Roadmaster Nighthawk...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Ford Explorer With Demco Tow Bar
• We can get your 2018 Ford Explorer set up to flat tow, and the Demco Dominator is a great choice for a tow bar. The other things you will need are base plates, like you mentioned, a wiring kit, and a supplemental braking system to apply your Explorer's brakes while you are towing it. I'll make a list for you of the parts to make it easier to order. - Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519329 - Tow Bar: Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511008 - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster...
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