Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables - 10,000 lbs - Qty 2

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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Ford F-150 Behind a Motor Home
  First, you have to make sure that your 2007 Ford F-150 does not exceed 5,000 pounds. If so then you can use base plates # BX2169 and they are compatible with the Allure tow bar # BX7460P. If your truck does weigh over 5,000 pounds then I recommend Roadmaster base plates # 495-1A and using Blackhawk tow bar, # RM-422, with safety cables # BX88197. This is because the capacity of the Blue Ox base plates is 5,000 pounds. Depending on what is in the truck and how it is equipped you could easily...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Ford F-150 that Weighs Over 5,000 Pounds
  Since your truck is pushing the limit of 5,000 pounds for some tow bars then I recommend Roadmaster base plates # 495-1A and using Blackhawk tow bar, # RM-422, with safety cables # BX88197. The tow bar and cables are rated for 10,000 pounds. Next you will need a lighting kit like # RM-154 for frequent flat towing or # RM-2120 for a magnetic kit for infrequent towing. And finally most states require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the easiest to set...
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• Base Plate Kit for 2007 Jeep Liberty That Works w/ Blue Ox Tow Bars and Other Flat Tow Parts Needed
  For your 2007 Jeep Liberty you can use the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519181 which is confirmed to fit the 2007 Jeep Liberty without brush guard and is compatible with Blue Ox tow bars. For wiring to operate the tail, brake, and turn signal lights for flat towing your 2007 Jeep Liberty I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which allows you to use your Jeep Liberty's tail lights and wiring system while preventing feedback from your RV. To...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport
  For your 2006 Jeep Liberty you can use the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519181 which is confirmed to fit the 2006 Jeep Liberty without brush guard and is compatible with Blue Ox tow bars. For wiring to operate the tail, brake, and turn signal lights for flat towing your 2006 Jeep Liberty, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which allows you to use your Jeep Liberty's tail lights and wiring system while preventing feedback from your RV....
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• Do I Need to Remove the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521448-5
  You will not need to remove the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521448-5 when you explore off-road. You will want to remove the removable arms just to prevent them from getting damaged. The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate kit is heavy duty and it also fits snug against the bumper and rock guard. If you need a tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-522. I recommend the...
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• Replacement Tow Bar Ends for Blue Ox Base Plate Kit and Safety Cables for Blue Ox Tow Bar
  The correct replacement safety chains for Blue Ox tow bars like the Ascent part # BX4370 are the Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables part # BX88197. If you want a cover then you can use the Blue Ox Tow Bar Cover part # BX88309. The Replacement Attachment Tab Assemblies for Blue Ox Baseplates part # BLU57XR are what you need for the base plate.
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• Flat Towing a 2015 Jeep Wrangler with custom Front Bumper with D-Ring Attachments
  I do have a solution for you but Roadmaster adapter # RM-035 fits D-ring mounting holes that are 7/8 inch or 1 inch in diameter that have taps that are 3/4 inches thick as opposed to holes that are 3/4 inches in diameter so they would not work. There isn't an adapter that would work with 3/4 inch diameter holes. What I recommend is to install the Blue Ox universal base plates, # BX88266, and then use adapter # BX88310 which will fit the Demco Commander tow bar. If you do not have safety...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500
  For a base plate kit confirmed to fit your 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 you would want the part # RM-3180-2 as it is a confirmed fit. For a 10k rated tow bar you would want the Roadmaster Blackhawk # RM-422. For safety cables you would want the part # BX88197. Since you already have supplemental braking all you need is tow bar lighting. For that you would want the # RM-155 which wouldn't require you to mess with splicing any taillight wiring. I have included a couple of helpful links to our...
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• What Do I Need To Flat Tow My 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Do I Need Something For My Power Steering
  There is a trim level of your 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee that can be flat towed. You are able to flat tow a Grand Cherokee model with the Quadra-Trac II/Quadra-Drive II with 4-Lo Range. With regard to the special kit for the power steering, there was a Mopar tech bulletin (08-022-16) that states that if your vehicle was built after February 16, 2016, that kit is not necessary. I recommend that you contact your Jeep dealer for clarification. The necessary kit, if you need it, is available...
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• What Light Wiring Kit Fits to My Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 2001 to Flat-Tow it
  The Hopkins Magnetic Tow Lights # C6304 will fit your 2001 Dodge Dakota. I recommend this light kit because it is very simple to use, it connects to your RV for power. The lights are magnetic and sit on your Dakota making them a great temporary lighting kit. If you need a base plate to flat tow your 2001 Dodge Dakota, I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 266-3. I recommend this base plate because the arms are removable when not in use. You will also...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 1998 Dodge Ram Diesel 3500 Dully
  In addition to the tow bar you have already purchased, the Blue Ox # BX7520p, you will need base plates, safety chains, tow wiring, and a supplemental braking system. I highly recommend checking your owner's manual for the requirements to recreationally tow, or flat tow, your vehicle. The base plates we have to fit your Dodge Ram 3500 Sport are the Blue Ox Base Plates # BX1949. These base plate have been determined to work with the Blue Ox Trion tow bar. It is required by law for your...
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• What Comes With the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, BX1735
  Safety cables, such as Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables, # BX88197, are a separate item from the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit with removable arms, # BX1735. However, safety cables are sometimes packaged with tow bar options such as the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar, # BX7420. A breakaway switch to apply towed vehicles brakes under emergency situation under separation from motorhome is an integrated component of the supplemental braking system.
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• What Parts Do I Need To Flat Tow My 2021 Chevrolet Equinox
  There are a few things that you need to flat tow your 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. You need a base plate, tow bar, supplemental braking system, wiring kit, and safety cables, then you will have flat towing setup for your vehicle. The base plate that I recommend is the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, part # RM-523193-5. It is a direct connect towbar, so you will not need a quick-disconnect crossbar, and it is almost invisible when not in use. This base plate pairs...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Dodge Dakota with a Blue Ox Tow Bar
  I can definitely help you out with that. In order to flat tow your 2011 Dodge Dakota you will need at least 5 main parts. Those parts are a base plate kit, tow bar (which you have), safety cables, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system. I have listed these parts below along with a brief description of their purpose. Base Plate Kit: This is a custom fit part that provides an attachment point for your tow bar. - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1981 (compatible with your Blue Ox tow...
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• Do Safety Cables Attach to Base Plate of Towed Vehicle or Removable Arms
  Safety cables attach to the portion of the base plate kit that permanently mounts to the front of the vehicle. This is so that in case the removable arm were to somehow become disconnected the safety cable like part # BX88197 would prevent the vehicle from becoming totally disconnected.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Honda CR-V Behind an RV Using a Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar
  Yes, the Blue Ox Alpha tow bar # BX7380 is compatible with base plates # BX2258 for your 2013 Honda CR-V. This tow bar does not come with safety cables so to add some you can use # BX88197. For lighting you can use the Roadmaster # RM-2120 or, for a more permanent solution, I recommend the bulb and socket kit # RM-155. In either case the lighting will bypass the vehicle wiring so you won't have to splice into it. It also looks like fuse(s) must need to be pulled during towing. Please...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Hummer H3 with Blue Ox Tow Bar and Demco Base Plate Kit
  To use your Blue Ox Aventa LX BX7445 with the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518193 you need the Adapter Kit # DM9523034. If you misplaced or need to replace the safety cables that came with your tow bar then you can use part # BX88197. For a supplemental braking system that remains installed on your 2007 Hummer H3 I recommend the Air Force One # SM99243 for motorhome air brakes or the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 for motorhome hydraulic brakes. These are the best braking systems on the...
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• Safety Cable Replacement Recommendation for Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar
  For your Blue Ox Alpha tow bar part # BX7380 Blue Ox recommends the use of the safety cables part # BX88197 which are 7 feet long and have 10k capacity.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Jeep Cherokee with a Roadmaster Blackhawk Tow Bar
  Yes, the EZ4 base plates for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee, # RM-521447-4, are compatible with Roadmaster Blackhawk tow bar # RM-422, and any motor home mounted Roadmaster tow bar. If you do not already have safety cables you can use # BX88197 to match the 1oK capacity of the tow bar. You will also need a lighting solution. I recommend a magnetic kit such as # RM-2120 because it is quick and easy to set up and you will not have to cut into the vehicle wiring to use it. And finally, most states...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2021 Ford F-150
  To tow your 2021 Ford F-150 you'll need a tow bar, base plate, braking system, tow bar wiring kit, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-422. This tow bar features a non-binding design and large hookup radius to make hooking and unhooking your vehicle on any terrain a breeze. Base Plate: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM38VR. These direct-connect base plates...
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• Which Blue Ox Base Plates Fit a 2003 Jeep Liberty
  For the 2003 Jeep Liberty, you will need Blue Ox Base Plates, # BX1119, that you have referenced. These are compatible with the motor home mounted tow bar, # BX7420, that you have. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation. There are several other items you will need to flat tow your vehicle; safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system. For safety cables, use # BX88197. These have coiled design that helps to keep them off of the ground. For lighting...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 Ram 1500 Lone Star with a Blackhawk Tow Bar
  For your 2015 Ram 1500 you can use Roadmaster base plates # 52289-1 and they will be compatible with your Blackhawk tow bar # RM-422. Base plates # RM-298-3 fits Express and Sport models only. If you need safety cables you can use # BX88197 which are rated for 10,000 pounds. For lighting, our installers prefer to use the bulb and socket kit # RM-155 because it is amongst the easiest installations and it bypasses the vehicle wiring. And finally, most states now require supplemental braking...
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• Will the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # RM-523198-5 Interfere With the Adaptive Ride Control System
  No, the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-523198-5 will not interfere the Adaptive Ride Control System on your 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. The # RM-523198-5 the removable drawbars that make it very convenient to use. If you need a tow bar, I recommend the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 10K # RM-422. I recommend the BlackHawk 2 because it has the telescopic inner arms that make hookup quick and easy. You will...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1997 Jeep Wrangler Behind an RV Using a Ready Brute Elite Tow Bar
  First, the Blue Ox base plates for your 1997 Jeep Wrangler with factory U-Channel bumper, # BX1118, do mount below the bumper. The measurement of 15 inches you mentioned is from the ground to the center of the tabs which is the part that attaches to the tow bar. This is assuming stock tire sizes. So you would add half the height difference to bring it to 16 inches so you are correct there. The height difference between the center of the receiver opening on the RV and the center of the...
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