Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Honda CR-V

Question:

Hi, I have a 2006 Honda CR-V that I would like to tow with our 2016 Winnebago 28ft that has a Ford E-450 chassis. I would like to use the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar that is rated for 6,500 lbs. with the Blue Ox Base Plate kit. I know I will also need safety cables and wiring kit for turn signals and break lights. Please indicate what parts I need along with part numbers so that I have everything needed. Thanks.

asked by: Ramon R

Helpful Expert Reply:

You are on the right track. The Blue Ox Base plate kit you need is the part # BX2238 which is confirmed as a fit for your 2006 Honda CR-V. This would work great with the Blue Ox Alpha part # BX7380 which does come with safety cables already.

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 # BLU37TR, 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.