Parts Needed to Flat Tow 1999 Ford F-250 Super Duty for Just 2 Miles

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I have an 1999 f250 super duty extended cab farm truck I need to tow it 2 miles for service it has a myers 7/12 plow set up is there any tow bar I can hook up to the plow attach. if not what tow bar and plates would I need

asked by: Steve B

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There isn't a tow bar that will attach to the plow or the mounting structure for the plow. I can tell you all the parts you will need but honestly, if it is just a one-time need, you would be better off having the truck towed. It will save you a lot of money. Because to flat tow a vehicle behind another vehicle requires base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking.

For a 2 mile trip, you can get away with not having to use supplemental braking. I will tell you all of the parts needed, including braking, and you can decide if it is the route you want to go.

Starting with base plates the most cost effective option is # BX2163. For a compatible tow bar the most cost effective option is # BX7322. But it is only rated for 5,000 pounds. If the truck weighs more than that you could use the Alpha # BX7380 rated for 6,500 pounds. The Alpha comes with safety cables. For the 5K tow bar you would need to add them, # BX88196.

For lighting, you won't need anything fancy so I recommend a magnetic kit, # RM-2120.

If you decide to add supplemental braking I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

expert reply by: Michael H

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