Parts Needed for Flat Towing a 2015 Ford F-150 with a Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar

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I purchased a 2001 motorhome with a Sterling roadmaster All Terrain Tow Bar No. 019796. Can I get adapters to fit my 2015 Ford F-150 XLT super crew 4x4? Also need the electrical adapter for the truck.

asked by: Kevin G

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Expert Reply:

For replacement Roadmaster EZ Hook Safety Cables that come with the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-576 we have part # RM-655-64 for just 64" cables or part # RM-655 which comes with the 64" cables and the anchors should you need them.

For a Base Plate Kit that is compatible with both your 2015 Ford F-150 and your Sterling Tow Bar you will want to use the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit # RM-524431-4.

Since the Sterling Tow Bar already comes with the wiring adapter from your motorhome to a 6-Way you will need to install the RoadMaster 6-Wire Trailer Connector # RM-910030-7 as well as the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-152 for a complete wiring setup.

Most states now require the use of a Supplemental Braking System for a flat towing setup. For that I recommend using the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251 which is one of the most popular systems that we have to offer. This is due to how easy it is to activate once it is installed and the fact that you don't even realize it is there when you are using your vehicle when you are not flat towing. You will also need to install the Relay Kit # RM-88400.

You will also likely need a High-Low Adapter to ensure that your flat towing setup is level and safe. I have attached a link to our selection of adapters as well as a helpful article to help you choose the correct one for your setup.

I have attached some installation videos that you can also reference to get everything setup on your F-150.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

It does look like the D-ring/Tow Recovery hooks on the Rugged Ridge Arcus Front Bumper connect directly to the frame of your 2020 Jeep Gladiator, which is required in order to be able to flat tow with the D-rings, so you're well equipped with…

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Answer 2

We have what you need. I will list them below for you. The Blue Ox Aftermarket Off-Road Bumper Adapter - 7/8" Pin #BX88357 for your 1 inch D-rings. The etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000…

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Answer 3

Both the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524 and Brake Buddy Classic 3 #HM39494 would be great choices for your 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sahara, but for the most customizable option you'll want the Select 3 #HM39524. The main difference between these two…

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Answer 4

I checked out the Rugged Ridge HD Stubby bumper you are considering and what you could do to flat tow with it is use a D-Ring bumper mount like the part #RM-035-1 for if the D-Rings were 1 inch thick or the #RM-035 for if they are 3/4 inch thick as a…

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Answer 5

I went out to the warehouse and pulled a set of Curt Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables #C80151 to measure the size of the eye opening for you. The width at the widest point is 0.65 inches (between 5/8 and 11/16 inches). And at the longest the opening…

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Answer 6

Towing a raised 1993 Jeep Wrangler YJ with a motor home-mounted tow bar like the RoadMaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, part #RM-522, which will have an upward or downward slope puts undue strain on the entire towing system. For that reason, do not…

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Answer 7

You are half right. I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and you can run coiled safety cables like the part #RM-643 through the safety cable guides of a Roadmaster Falcon tow bar part #RM-522, it is just more difficult and not the recommended way.…

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Answer 8

I have a great base plate and tow bar combo for a 2008 Honda CR-V. This will be what is used for the physical connection between the motorhome and towed vehicle. For this, I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-521559-5…

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Answer 9

RV stereos like the Jensen RV Stereo part #JWM45 or part #JWM40 only receive Bluetooth signal, they don't transmit them out like to a wireless speaker. In most cases, you'll need to be inside the trailer to use the remote.

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Answer 10

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 11

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 12

We do offer tow bar setups that can attach to the D-rings on the Warn Elite Bumper. Your will need to use a D-ring adapter to connect the tow bar. For the adapter you have the following options: 1" Thick D-Rings #RM-035-1 3/4" Thick D-Rings…

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