The Simplest Way to Tow a 2017 Chevy Equinox?
Question:
What is the easiest to use setup to tow my 2017 Equinox behind my RV?
asked by: James
Expert Reply:
There are a number of parts that you are going to need in order to flat-tow your 2017 Chevy Equinox, starting with a base plate. The Blue Ox, # BX1689, is a confirmed fit for your vehicle, and offers simple installation, using only bolts. For a tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha, # BX7380, which slide into your RV's trailer hitch receiver so you don't have to use a ball mount, and the swivel function makes it easy to to connect your tow bar and vehicle. I have included links to video installs of these products for you to take a look at.
Wiring will be the next necessary component to flat-tow your Chevy. I recommend going with the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 4-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit, # RM-15247, which will allow the brake lights, tail lights and turn signals on your Equinox to light up as if you were driving it. For simplicity, I also recommend the Roadmaster Fuse Bypass, # RM76511. Towing your Chevy will require you to remove a fuse, and installing this will negate the need for you to do that every time. I have included a link to a video install on an Equinox which displays how it works.
The next thing you will need is a supplemental braking system. The SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System, # SM99251, will need to be installed, but after that you will never have to mess with it again. Your Equinox will also require the use of a stop light switch kit, specifically, # RM-751439.
The final thing that you will likely need is a high-low adapter to ensure your tow bar is level. I have added links to help articles on high-low adapters as well as one on the basics of flat towing which you may find useful.
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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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 4-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit - Chevrolet Equinox / GMC Terrain
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- 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 Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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