Components Needed to Flat Tow 2017 Ford Explorer
Question:
I am purchasing a 2017 Ford Explorer. What is the recommended Base plate. I do not have adaptive cruise control.
asked by: Brad M
Expert Reply:
For the 2017 Ford Explorer (not the Sport edition and without Adaptive Cruise Control) I recommend the Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plate kit # RM-524445-5.
Base plates are just one of the components needed for safe and legal flat towing. The linked article covers each of these components which also include a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting/wiring kit, a supplementary braking system and a high/low hitch adapter. An article on these adapters is linked too.
I suggest the Roadmaster Falcon 2 motorhome-mount tow bar # RM-520. For safety cables use the coiled type # RM-643. For a no-splicing lighting option use magnetic light kit # PE26UR. For a braking system we really like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR which is wireless and portable. With this you'll need Stop Light Switch # RM-751000 and also 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332.
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connectors - 20' Long Harness
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Peterson
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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