Parts Needed to Flat Dinghy/Recreational Tow a 2016 or 2017 Ram 1500

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What is needed to flat tow a 2016-2017 Ram 1500. Not sure what year to get yet.

asked by: Jovi

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Whether you have a 2016 Ram 1500 or a 2017 Ram 1500 we have exactly what you need!

A complete flat towing setup includes a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and typically a high-low adapter. If you go with a Big Horn, Laramie/Laramie Longhorn, Tradesman, or Limited I recommend the base plate kit # RM-52289-5. For a Rebel model I recommend part # RM-52299-5, and for a Sport or Express model I recommend part # RM-298-3.

Then for a tow bar I highly recommend the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain # RM-676. It comes with safety cables, LED lights for other vehicles to clearly see the tow bar, and part of a wiring kit. To complete the wiring kit you need the Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-152. I also recommend installing the Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25 to keep the battery on your Ram fully charged.

For the braking system I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251. This is one of the most popular braking systems that we carry because it installs out of the way and is activate by connecting the breakaway switch and turning the unit on. To complete the installation you will need a stop light switch. These are different depending on what kind of pedal and shifter you have on your Ram so you will need to choose from the following:

Without adjustable pedals/without electronic shifter - # RM-751460
With adjustable pedals/with electronic shifter - # RM-751468
With adjustable pedals/without electronic shifter - # RM-751461
Without adjustable pedals/with electronic shifter - # RM-751467

Most flat towing setups require a high-low adapter for the tow bar to remain level while towing. I linked our selection of adapters for you to check out as well as an article that will help you determine which is the best one for your application.

You may also be interested in the Tow Bar Cover # RM-055-3 to help extend the life of your tow bar and the Tow Defender # RM-4750 to prevent road debris from hitting your new pickup.

I have also attached some videos and helpful articles for you to reference. Be sure to consult your owner's manual for any specific instructions on flat towing your Ram 1500.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The 2016 Ram 1500 can be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground only if it is a 4x4. If you have a 2-wheel drive Ram then it can be towed using a tow dolly with the REAR wheels off the ground. This is in the recreational towing section of the…

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Answer 2

To flat tow a vehicle, you'll need a hitch on the motor home, a towbar, a base plate kit installed on the tow vehicle, a tow bar wiring kit so that the taillights on the vehicle work along with those on the motor home, safety cables and a…

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To flat tow your 2017 Ram 1500 Limited behind your motorhome you'll need a tow bar, base plate, tow bar wiring kit, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for your: Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for…

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Answer 4

To flat tow your 2019 Ram 2500 the first thing you'll need is a base plate kit. Which for that you'd want the Blue Ox part #BX2415 which is very easy to use and install. I attached a picture of what the kit looks like installed but keep in…

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For your 2017 Ram 1500, along with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #RM-52289-4 I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs #RM-520. You will also need safety cables like #RM-645. Then…

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There are two Roadmaster base plate kits that fit your 2017 Ram 1500 but the easier to use option is the Roadmaster Direct Connect kit part #RM-52289-5 since it doesn't require the use of the crossbar of your Falcon 2 Tow Bar part #RM-520. I…

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For your 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn, I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit #RM-52289-4. These base plates are compatible with your existing Roadmaster 5000 Tow Bar and feature a nice hidden bracket design that will provide improved…

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Answer 8

The Invisi Brake #RM-8700 and the Blue Ox Patriot II part #BRK2019 are both supplemental brake systems but they are pretty far apart in every other way. The #BRK2016 is a much simpler to install setup that works very well. But you have to install and…

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Answer 9

The correct fitting cover for your etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar #e84ZR is the Demco Tow Bar Storage Cover Item #DM9523042. This cover is constructed out of marine-grade vinyl to protect your tow bar from the elements when not in use.

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