Base Plate Kit and Other Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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What baseplate is required for a 2010 Chevy Silverado, 1500, 4X4 for a Roadmaster Sterling MH mounted towbar?

asked by: Todd S

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With the Roadmaster Sterling, part # RM-576, I recommend the MX kit, part # 3154-3, for a base plate kit that fits your 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. The safety cables of the Sterling won't fit with these but you can attach the cables somewhere else on the truck.

The wiring kit to power the truck's lights that I suggest is the diode kit, part # RM-15267. It provides a 6-way connector at the front of the truck and a cord to connect the RV's 7-way to that 6-way.

For a supplemental braking system the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 is a favorite around here because of how reliable it is and it's easier to install than many other permanently installed systems. With a braking system you'll need a Stop Light Switch. If your truck has adjustable pedals use part # RM-751220, if it doesn't have adjustable pedals use part # RM-751421.

Finally, you'll likely need a high-low adapter. I've attached an article to help you determine the correct rise or drop your setup requires. I've also linked our selection of adapters for you to look at once you know what you need.

In addition to my recommendations I've linked some articles on flat towing that you may find helpful.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

Given that your 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 could easily get over the 5,000 pound limit of the base plates you're refering to I recommend going with a different set. The Roadmaster MX base plates, #3154-3, are generally considered more heavy duty…

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Answer 2

The information you seek is in the recreational towing section of the owner's manual for the 2011 Chevy Silverado: Use the following procedure to dinghy tow a four-wheel drive vehicle: 1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle…

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Answer 3

To flat tow your 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500 you will need to first start with a base plate kit. For that the most popular option is the Roadmaster #3154-3. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables,…

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Answer 4

Hopefully my dog doesn't eat it. In addition to the tow bar, supplemental braking, and wiring you also need a base plate kit and likely a high-low adapter to tow your 2009 Chevy Silverado. Since you're towing a full size truck you want a tow…

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Answer 5

To flat tow your vehicle, you'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, a wiring solution so that the truck taillights work in conjunction with those of the tow vehicle, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter. For Blue…

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Answer 6

The first thing you need to flat tow your 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part #3154-3 which is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and…

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Answer 7

In order to flat tow your 2013 Chevy 1500, you'll need a few different parts: tow bar, base plates, safety cables, lights and a supplemental braking system (which you already have). I've broken down each individual part you'll need below.…

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Answer 8

I looked in the owners manual for your 2013 Chevrolet Suburban and it can be flat towed or dolly towed, depending on if it's 2 or 4 wheel drive, and if it has a single or two speed transfer case. If you suburban is 2wd or has a single speed…

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Answer 9

We have exactly what you need to flat tow your 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 behind your motorhome. We do not have an all inclusive kit that has everything, but what I can do is list each part that you will need. I will also include a brief description of…

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Answer 10

I do have a list of parts needed to flat-tow a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 but guidelines will be outlined in the owner's manual so I encourage you to look here for yourself. Generally speaking, 4WD models are good to go as is but 2WD models require the…

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Answer 11

The best base plate kit for your 2009 Sierra 1500 is going to be the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item #3154-3. This kit is custom fit and built specifically for the Sierra 1500's. The removable arms will keep your front end as close…

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Answer 12

In order to flat tow a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado you will need base plates, a tow bar, flat-tow wiring harness, and safety cables. In some states a supplemental braking system is also needed though this is not a required component. I have attached…

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Base Plate Kit and Other Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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