Parts Needed for Flat Towing 2010 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4WD
Question:
What all do I need to tow my 2010 Toyota Tacoma TRD behind my motorhome. It does have 4 wheel drive electronic control not manual. The factory sticker says GVW 5450 lbs.. Thank You
asked by: Jim B
Helpful Expert Reply:
According to my research, the 4WD system of your vehicle prevents it from easily being flat towed. If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, a transmission lube pump would be needed. For manual transmission vehicles, you'd need a driveshaft disconnect, neither of which we offer. Additionally, Toyota specifically prohibits flat towing the vehicle on page 226 of the owner's manual. Plenty of folks make the modifications and flat tow the vehicle anyhow, but I wanted to warn you that doing so would almost certainly void any warranty coverage remaining on the vehicle.
To flat tow a vehicle, you'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, a wiring solution and a supplemental braking system.
I'd recommend the Blue Ox Alpha Tow bar # BX7380 along with the # BX3763 base plates. I've found that the connection system used with the Blue Ox tow bar/ base plate is very well thought out and easy to use. The Alpha tow bar self aligns, making hooking up easy, even when you aren't perfectly lined up behind the RV. The safety cables are included with the tow bar.
For wiring, I'd recommend the Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Taillight Wiring Kit, part # RM-155. With this kit, you'll actually mount another bulb into your taillight assemblies. This will avoid the need to cut or splice into the taillight circuits of the vehicle, and allow the flat towing lighting system to remain completely independent of the vehicle wiring.
For a supplemental braking system, I'd recommend a portable system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. This system doesn't require hours of install time, it installs or removes in minutes. In most states, using a supplemental braking system is required by law.
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Bulb and Socket Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Tracker Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - 5,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Coupler Style
- Fixed
- Steel
- 5000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Stores Separately
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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