Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Ford F-150 With 4 Wheels Down  

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There are a number of parts you will need to flat tow your 2018 Ford F-150 starting with compatible base plates. For these I recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit # RM-524431-4 because the brackets will be hidden away so your F-150 can maintain a clean look; if you take a look at the accompanying photo you can see how they will look when installed on a F-150.

For a tow bar I recommend going with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 # RM-520 because of how easy the tow bar is to connect to the base plates as well as its long arms, which make it easier to maneuver when towing; you will also need safety chains # RM-643.

For a wiring kit that will allow your F-150's lights to function while being towed you can use the Roadmaster 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 because it is designed to effectively prevent electrical feedback to keep your Ford's electrical system safe. I have added a link showing this wiring kit being installed on a 2018 F-150 for you to take a look at.

A supplemental braking system is a requirement in most states and I highly recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play # SM99251 for this. This is a proportional braking system which is a one-time install which you can leave in so you'll never have to deactivate or reactivate it. You will need to use Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay # RM-88400 as well in order to prevent your F-150's brake signal from overriding the turn signal from your RV when applying the brakes during a turn.

Finally, it is likely you will need a high-low adapter such as # RM-076 to keep your tow bar level with your tow vehicle. The adapter you need is going to depend on some measurements you'll need to take. I have added a link to a help article on high-low adapters which explains the measurements you'll need, as well as a link to our page with our selection of adapters.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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