Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Ford F-250 and Are Transferable to Future Flat Tow Vehicle
Question:
Hello, we are thinking of towing one time our 2012 F250 behind a Diesel Pusher, then after that a new Jeep will become our TOAD. Is there a set-up that can be somewhat useable for both?
asked by: MW
Expert Reply:
We do have a variety of products that can easily be transferred between flat towing setups!
For your 2012 Ford F-250 I recommend the following:
Demco Classic Base Plate Kit - # DM9517220
Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar - # DM9511013
Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - # TL21RK
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Supplemental Braking System - # BLU37TR
You might also need a high-low adapter (although Demco does have some adjustability in their tow bars) to ensure your tow bar is within the safe operating distance. I have attached a helpful article and a link to our selection of adapters for you to filter through.
All of these parts are transferable to a different vehicle save for the base plate kit because it is vehicle specific. Demco has adapters for almost every base plate kit out there though which is one reason why I recommended their tow bar. To use the Blue Ox Patriot II with a second vehicle you just need the Breakaway Kit # BRK2505.
Once you know what Jeep you plan on purchasing just let me know and I can see if there are any additional parts that you'll need to flat tow it.
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Second Vehicle Breakaway Kit for Blue Ox Patriot Flat Tow Brake Systems
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Breakaway Kit
- Second Vehicle Kit
- Blue Ox
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Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10500 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
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Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Optronics
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