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Complete Flat Towing Set Up for 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500  

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I am looking to flat tow my 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500. I know I need base plates and a tow bar and wiring but what else do I need? Can you let me know all the parts needed for this?

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There are a number of parts needed in order to flat tow your 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500; I will list the parts for you below.

- Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit # RM-3176-3
- Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-522
- Safety Chains: RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643
- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
- Battery Disconnect: Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch # RM-766
- Supplemental Braking System: Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700
- Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751463 (if your Silverado HAS Adjustable Pedals) OR # RM-751488 (if your Silverado DOES NOT HAVE Adjustable Pedals)

Base plates are vehicle-specific and the Roadmaster MX are a fit for your '18 Silverado 1500 and will give your car a clean look, as you can see in the accompanying photo of these base plates installed on a Silverado. The Falcon tow bar is a great option because it is non-binding and has long arms which make it easier to maneuver when towing.

The wiring kit is designed to effectively prevent electrical feedback to keep your truck's electrical system safe, and the InvisiBrake supplemental braking system is highly recommended because it is a one-time install which you can leave in so you'll never have to deactivate or reactivate it. You will need to disconnect your Silverado's battery, which is why the battery disconnect is needed, and the stop light switch kit is needed to ensure the supplemental braking system is functioning properly

It is also likely you will need a high-low adapter such as # RM-048-8 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. I have also added links to video reviews and installations for you to take a look at.

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