Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevy Traverse Behind an RV Using a Sterling Tow Bar
Question:
I have a 2013 Chevy traverse LTZ. Bought a motor home which came with a Road master Stering All Terrain tow.What is the correct base plate I need for this vehicle? Also are the base plates hard to install?
asked by: John
Helpful Expert Reply:
For your 2013 Chevy Traverse and Sterling tow bar I recommend the EZ4 base plates # 523175-4. Base plates can be tricky to install so I have included a link to the instructions so you can see the steps ahead of time. In addition to the tow bar and the base plates you will also need safety cables (if the tow bar did not come with any) # RM-645-76, lighting, and supplemental braking.
For lighting you can use a simple magnetic kit such as # RM-2120 but for a more permanent solution I recommend the bulb and socket kit # RM-155. Either one of these options will bypass the vehicle wiring so you won't have to splice into it.
It also appears that you will need to pull a couple of fuses to flat tow the vehicle. Consult your owner's manual for more information. To make this process as easy as flipping a switch you can use fuse bypass # RM-76517 as well as # RM76514. These are not required but make the process of removing/supplying power to the fuses easier.
You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level. I have linked a help article showing how to measure and a link to the high/low adapters we carry.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what 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.
Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.
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