Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 2013 Honda CR-V
Question:
You list multiple kits for a 2013 Honda CRV. I have a falcon 2 setup on the back of my RV, which number of yours works with it? If they all do, what is the difference between them? 2013 CRV-exl 2wd
asked by: Dan
Expert Reply:
We offer three different Roadmaster base plate kits for your 2013 Honda CR-V. The one I would recommend for you would be the EZ5 # RM-521567-5 since you have a Roadmaster Falcon # RM-520 that installs in the hitch of your RV. All of the base plate kits for your vehicle are similar, but the advantage this system has is that it doesn't require the crossbar and it's a bit easier to connect and disconnect.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BRK2016, that applies 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.
Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.
I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
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- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
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- Stores on RV
- Standard
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
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