Recommended Base Plates And Flat Towing System For A 2016 Ford Explorer
Question:
Flat tow a 2016 Ford Explorer 3.5 eco bost 4wd platiumn Can this be flat towed behind my rv if so what will I need
asked by: Philip W
Expert Reply:
Yes, your 2016 Ford Explorer can be flat towed. I recommend starting your system with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX2668. I recommend using Loctite Threadlocker # LT37420 for this installation.
For a tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar - Motor Home Mount - 6,500 lbs # BX7380 which comes with the safety cables you need.
For your vehicle wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will give you a nice clean connection at the front of your vehicle as well as give you great functioning of your vehicle tail lights while protecting your electrical system.
For the braking in your vehicle, I recommend the Roadmaster InvisiBrake # RM-8700. This system once installed doesn't need to be removed, adjusted or reactivated. The system connects to your RV and engages the car brakes when the brake lights illuminate. This system charges your battery when you are towing, so there is no need to disconnect the battery as long as the running lights on your Explorer are on while being towed. You will need # RM-751000 if you don't have adjustable pedals.
The last thing you may need is a high-low adapter. I've linked an article to help as well as attached the link to the page for these adapters for your convenience.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Loctite Threadlocker 262 - High Strength - Up to 3/4" Nuts/Bolts - 0.20-Fl-Oz Tube
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Sealant
- Nut and Bolt Sealant
- 0.2 oz
- Loctite
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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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Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System - Gas
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Auto Battery Disconnect
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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