Recommendations For Dinhgy Towing A 2017 Chevy Equinox
Question:
I just bought a gas motorhome. I can tow up to 5000lbs. Which vehicle would be the best to flat tow?
asked by: Cynthia L
Expert Reply:
You want a reliable vehicle that is comfortable for you and your family so that you can still explore outside of the motorhome. For a nice vehicle to flat tow that is under your weight restrictions I recommend a 2017 Chevy Equinox. Flat towing components are fairly vehicle specific, so if you decide on a different vehicle I can give you some recommendations. If you go with a 2017 Equinox, here are the components I recommend:
For baseplates, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1689. This will work with or without the adaptive cruise control or Active Air Shutters. I strongly suggest using Loctite Threadlocker # LT37420 for this installation.
For your tow bar, I recommend using the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar - Motor Home Mount - 6,500 lbs # BX7380 with these base plates. This will come with the safety cables you need. I recommend getting the lock kit # BX88101 to secure your investment.
For your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will utilize your factory wiring while protecting it from overload. It will give you clean connections at the front of your Equinox with a 6-way trailer connection. You will also want to use the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse # RM76511 so you won't need to pull a fuse each time you flat tow. This will give you an easy push button switch instead.
For your supplemental braking system, I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This will only require one adjustment at initial installation and then will not require any further adjustments. It becomes a plug and play system. Our installers love this product for its ease of installation as well as its track record. You will need the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400.
The last thing you need is a high-low adapter. I've attached an article to help you determine your need and linked the page for your convenience. This will give you a complete set-up for a 2017 Chevy Equinox.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Base Plate and Tow Bar Receiver Lock Kit - Keyed Alike - Qty 3
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Locks
- Keyed Alike
- 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 Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- Mini Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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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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