What is Needed To Flat Tow a 2013 Jeep Patriot Behind RV
Question:
Want to buy a 2013 Jeep Patriot for flat towing. Have a 2011 Winnebago Vista, want to sell current vehicle that we pull on dolley.
asked by: Laura A
Expert Reply:
To flat tow a 2013 Jeep Patriot, you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring, a braking system, and maybe a high-low hitch adapter.
For base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit, Item # 521441-1, because it is designed for your vehicle. It also has twistlock brackets that are virtually invisible and can be removed. The Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, Item # RM-522, is a great choice that fits the Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate. Durable safety cables are the Roadmaster Coiled Safety Cables, Item # RM-643.
For lighting, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode Wiring Kit Item # RM-15267 that will use your vehicle's tail lights and also includes 7-wire to 6-wire coiled electrical cord. You will also need a brake relay light like Item # RM-88400 that will work with the supplemental braking system.
A high-low hitch adapter may also be needed to keep your tow bar level while flat towing the Jeep. A "safe zone" of 3 inches above or 3 inches below level must be maintained while towing a vehicle. High-low adapters provide necessary rise or drop to get into the "safe zone". I have attached a link to our available selections.
Finally, the Stay-In-Play Braking System, Item # SM99251, is a great proportional braking system that has a convenient one time set-up.
Before flat towing your 2013 Jeep Patriot, check your vehicle owner's manual for suggestions and recommendations. Also, some Patriot models have CVT transmissions and can not be flat towed.
I have attached additional information and videos for you to checkout to help you with your towing project.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- 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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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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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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