Recommendations for Flat Towing 2018 Ford F-150

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I am thinking about buying a 2018 ford F1 50. I have a Tiffin 40 SP bus. Should I get a smaller vehicle for a better ride. Or I am hoping it does it matter??

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As long as you have all the components needed for flat towing, and they are all properly rated for the 2018 Ford F-150, you will not have any issues pulling this vehicle behind your Tiffin RV. There is no need to go to a lighter vehicle if a Ford F-150 is what you truly are wanting.

In order to flat tow any vehicle, you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, and a supplemental braking system.

If you do end up deciding on the 2018 Ford F-150, recommendations for all of the above components are as follows:

For a base plate kit, I recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit # RM-524431-4. These are confirmed to fit this truck and feature a hidden bracket design that will give your truck a nice, clean look. Then for a compatible tow bar, I highly recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain # RM-522. This tow bar has a weight capacity of 6,000 pounds and a non-binding design that will allow you to easily release your F-150 at any time, even on unlevel ground. For safety cables you can use the Roadmaster 64 Inch # RM-645.

For tow bar wiring, I like the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This kit will let you wire the truck to accept your RV's tail, brake, and turn signal lights. It includes a 7-wire to 6-wire Flexo-Coil electrical cord.

Then for a supplemental braking system, the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System # BLU37TR is a great option. This is a proportional controller that will physically press down on the Ford F-150's brake pedal at the same time and with the same intensity that you apply to them in the RV. You will just need to add the Brake-Lite Relay # RM-88400 to prevent the F-150's brake signal from overriding the turn signal from the RV when applying the brakes during a turn.

Lastly, you may need a high-low adapter in order to keep the tow bar level. I have attached an article that explains how to choose the correct one for your setup, along with a link that will take you to our available selection. I have also included an article on flat towing that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

When wiring a trailer connector, it is best to wire by function, as wire colors can vary. We have an excellent wiring diagram on our website, I will provide you a link so you can look at it. If you are looking at the inside of the trailer connector…

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Answer 2

In order to flat-tow a thirteenth generation (2015-2018) Ford F-150 with all four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome you are going to need a tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, tail light wiring harness, supplemental braking system, and…

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Yes you can flat tow your 2018 Ford F-150 4x4 behind your motorhome. You'd need to first install a base plate kit like the very easy to install and use Roadmaster part #RM-524431-5. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible…

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To complete a flat towing setup for your 2018 Ford F-150: You can use the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BO74FR, which is compatible with the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar #BX7380 that you mention. To adapt the Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable…

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According to the owner's manual for a 2018 Ford F-150 you will need to do the following for a 4WD to get it in the Neutral position for flat towing: 1 - Put the ignition in the on position, but do not start the engine. If your vehicle has an…

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To flat tow your 2010 Ford F-150 4x4 with electronic Shift-On-the Fly 4WD transfer cases cannot be flat towed without a Lube Pump Kit. You will need part number LP-BK01-021 for the 6R80 transmission. I've linked an article to help further if…

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Answer 7

The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-521453-5 which is a fit for a 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited will work with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar part #RM-520. That said, you would not use the crossbar with quick-disconnects. The tow…

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Answer 8

We are not affiliated in any way with installers apart from our own, which are located in Wentzville, MO so there is not a list I can offer for installation of the SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes…

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