Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2015 Ford F-150

Question:

We have a sunseeker 2860ds and want o tow a 2015 Ford F-150. What is the recommended package for this application? What braking system do you recommend? Which is better portable or permanently mounted? The tow bar we are looking at is rated 10000# Could you recommend a package for this application

asked by: Alan C

Helpful Expert Reply:

To flat tow your 2015 Ford F-150 you'll first need a base plate kit installed on the truck. For that you'd want the Roadmaster # RM-524431-5 which is a confirmed fit.

For a 10k rated tow bar then we have the Roadmaster Blackhawk part # RM-422 which would be a great option that fits well with the base plate kit mentioned.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. I really like the SMI DUO part # SM99251 as this is the kit our installers have found to work the best and be the easiest to install. If you plan on keeping your vehicle a while a permanent mount solution like this is the best way to go. If you plan to change vehicles a lot a removable kit like the Blue Ox Patriot part # BLU37TR instead would be what you need.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.