2016 Jeep Cherokee Limited Blue Ox Flat Towing Setup Recomendation
Question:
Can you please recomend a blue ox tow set up for the above Cherokee? I really like the way the bx1138 looks disconnected from the tow vehichle. The RVI2 brake has been recommended to me...your thoughts? Can this installation be done by the do it yourselfer? Thanks!
asked by: Dennis S
Expert Reply:
For your 2016 Jeep Cherokee Limited the correct base plate kit is the part # BX1138 which is a confirmed fit. The install is pretty involved but it's not overly difficult. If you have the time, space, and tools for the job it would be fine for you.
For a base plate kit you would want the Alpha part # BX7380 which comes with coiled safety cables.
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.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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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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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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