Recommended Items to Flat Tow 2015 Buick Enclave Behind 2008 Winnebago Tour RV
Question:
I want to tow my 2015 Buick Enclave behind my 2008 Winnebago Tour. Which hitch do you recommend?
asked by: Larry M
Expert Reply:
Flat towing a vehicle such as your 2015 Buick Enclave requires 5 basic components. These are a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting kit, and base plates and a supplementary braking system for the towed car. Each is covered in the helpful article I have linked for you.
You will want to check your Enclave owner's manual (usually under the heading recreational towing) to make sure that your particular car can be flat towed and what preparation steps, if any, are needed to make it ready. Some cars need a transmission lube pump or driveline disconnect in order to be flat towed. If not found in your manual your local dealership should be able to check the vehicle using its VIN. Your Enclave will require you to remove two fuses before towing it.
Starting with base plates, I suggest the Blue OX # BX1708. With these you can use their Alpha tow bar # BX7380 which includes the safety cables. For lighting the easiest solution is a kit like # TLL21RK from Optronics. Finally, for a braking system the wireless Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR is the top choice for its easy set-up and portability. Please refer to the linked video on the Patriot. You will also need a 12V outlet # RM-9332 to power the Patriot.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Magnetic LED Tow Light Kit - Weatherproof - Red Lens - 20' Wiring Harness - Qty 2
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Optronics
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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