Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2016 Cadillac Escalade

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Purchased and installed base plate. I have a blue ox alpha 2. Just wondering if that is adequate

asked by: Jon

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Along with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1716 and the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar # BX7380 there are a couple more parts you need in order to safely flat tow your 2016 Cadillac Escalade.

Since the Alpha comes with safety chains we can check that off the list but you will also need a wiring kit in order to activate your Escalade's brake lights and turn signals. For that the best option is the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267, or you can simply add magnetic tow lights, the Hopkins Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connector - Wireless # C6304 or Peterson Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LED - 4-Way Flat Connector # PE26UR. Since your Escalade's battery needs to be disconnected when you flat tow you will also need the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect # RM-766.

You will need a supplemental braking system in order to activate your Escalade's brakes when you hit your RV's brakes, and for this the best options are the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251, or if your motor home has air brakes the SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes # SM99243.

You may also need a high-low adapter in order to keep your Escalade level, and I've added a link to a help article which shows you how to determine if you need an adapter as well as a link to our selection of adapters.

Additionally, I have added links to instruction manuals, video reviews and installations for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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The Battery Disconnect part #RM-766 installs on the positive battery wire so that when activated all power is cut for the vehicle. See attached chart. What you would need to do is install the #RM-766 after the connection you have for your Brake…

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Ironically we just had the same issue with an SRX. The problem was that when installing the Air Force One #SM99243, one step was not done and caused the battery to go dead. When installing the unit in the SRX, the brake pedal has to be moved to the…

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If the steering wheel is locking then one of the steps in the flat towing procedures has been missed; my guess is that it is the part where the battery is disconnected. I do believe that the steering wheel locks when the vehicle is put into Park, so…

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For the SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes - Proportional #SM99243 on your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500, you will not need the stop light switch kit. I've attached a video of the installation to assist with…

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When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Hey there Jeff, thanks for the question and I can definitely get you all the parts needed to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 behind your motorhome. I'll go ahead and list everything out for you to make it easy to order. - Base Plate Kit:…

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The first thing you'll need to flat tow your 2015 Chevy Malibu LS is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part #RM-523178-5 that is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting,…

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Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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I would be happy to! To flat tow your 2021 Chevy Tahoe Premiere you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar item #RM-576 Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms item…

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Answer 10

Hello John. The #C96JR tail light kit for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator will indeed work with a Brake Buddy brake System Such as part #HM39524. So, if you plan to use a portable brake system, that is definitely what I recommend, and you do not need to get…

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To determine if your motorhome has the Tiffin air brake setup or Freightliner BrakeSync you'll need to look at the rear and see if there's an quick disconnect fitting for your air line. The standard Tiffin air coupler fitting would look like…

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I would be happy to! To flat tow your 2024 GMC Canyon Denali you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights item #RM-676 Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit…

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