Recommended Flat-Towing Components For 2011 Toyota 4Runner

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I was wanting to purchase the front mount 2in receiver hitch for my 2011 toyota 4 runner. I was wanting to have it for a winch plate and also for towing. I not sure what would be the best for towing, either a toe ring or something better you guys would recommend. I had plans on towing this 4 runner down the road behind another vehicle. I wasn.t sure what to put in the front hitch of 4runner to pull it behind my diesel truck.

asked by: Blake S

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If your 2011 Toyota 4Runner is not the Trail Edition, I recommend the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch, part # C31054.

This hitch is an easy bolt-on installation and requires no welding. It has a 2 inch receiver opening and would work well for a front mount winch as you described. I have attached a link to an installation video for this hitch on a 4Runner you can check out.

If your 4Runner is the Trail Edition then the front mount hitch you will want is part # 31367.

Since you said you want to use the hitch for a winch I recommend the Curt Electric winch Mount, part # C31010. For ease of handling we also have winch mount handles, part # C31005. Attaching these will make it easier to install and remove the winch.

I have also attached a link to our product page of winches we offer. You can use the filters to find a winch that best suits your needs.

You also mentioned towing with the hitch. The front-mount hitch would allow you to be able to maneuver a trailer without having to look out the back of your 4Runner. I recommend a ball mount like part # C45010. it has a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop. For a 2 inch trailer ball I recommend part # 63845 and for a 1-7/8 inch ball I recommend part # 19260. For added security I recommend a hitch pin lock like part # e98880. This lock has a 5/8 diameter pin, is chrome plated, and has a covered key slot that helps prevent corrosion.

You cannot use a front-mount hitch to flat-tow your 4Runner. If you intend to flat-tow your vehicle you will need to remove the front-mount hitch as it will interfere with the flat-towing equipment.

To flat-tow your 4Runner you will need 5 things. Base plates for the towed vehicle, a tow-bar to attach to your towing vehicle, safety cables, lighting for the vehicle being towed, and most states now require a supplemental brake system when flat towing.

The base plates I recommend are part # 1185-1. For safety cables I recommend part # RM-643. The tow bar I recommend is part # RM-502.

For lighting I recommend part # MT70097.

For a supplemental brake system I recommend the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking System, part # RM-9400.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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I do have a solution for you, however, I do not see any way to connect your Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit #1185-1 to the Ready Brute Elite tow bar. Your best bet is to go with Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar #RM-522 as this will…

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Answer 2

I would be happy to help you get the correct equipment so that you can flat tow your 2014 Toyota 4Runner. Keep in mind that since your manual says not to flat tow your 4Runner with all 4 wheels on the ground that any damage that could potentially be…

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Answer 3

Yes, there will be a difference when using a non-binding tow bar like the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain part #RM-522 and a tow bar without the non-binding feature like the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar part #RM-520 even when using d-ring adapters. The…

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Answer 4

The Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR is a popular braking system but there definitely some more cost-effective options that will provide you with the braking you need for your 2016 Toyota 4Runner. If you like the portability of the Patriot 3 then I recommend…

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Answer 5

For a base plate kit for your 2008 Toyota 4Runner I would recommend the Roadmaster XL base plate kit #1185-1. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your…

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Answer 6

In order to flat tow your 2016 Toyota 4Runner, you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cable set, lighting solution, and a supplemental braking system. A supplemental braking system is indeed required by law in most states and many RV…

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Answer 7

There are 2 different capacities independent of each other though related. Tongue weight is the downward force or weight on the trailer hitch. So it is pushing down at the back of the vehicle. The gross trailer weight is the weight of whatever it is…

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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 9

The first thing you'll need to flat tow your 2015 Chevy Malibu LS is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part #RM-523178-5 that is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting,…

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Answer 10

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 11

What you need is a light kit specifically for flat-towing. The Plug-N-Tow TM Vehicle Wiring Harness, #42615, would be if the Jeep were towing a trailer and not for activating its lights while it is being towed. There are a few options for lighting…

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Answer 12

Hey Ken, so the first thing you will need is a base plate kit like the Blue Ox part #BLU85CR which fits your 2023 GMC Canyon and would be compatible with your Blue Ox tow bar. I do not know what braking system you had in the past but for a permanent…

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