What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Chevy Tahoe Behind a Motor Home
Question:
can you give me a list of all parts needed to use tow bar 10,000 lbs on my taheo?
asked by: Tracy W
Expert Reply:
The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if your 2007 Chevy Tahoe can be flat towed and if there are any specific requirements, restrictions, or recommendations.
As long as your Tahoe isn't a hybrid model use base plate kit # DM9518200. I like the Demco kits beause there's nothing to remove when you're not towing and you can barely see them on the vehicle. For a compatible tow bar use the Dominator # DM9511008 which is rated for 7,500 pounds and includes safety cables.
For trailer wiring, for a more permanent solution if you will be towing the vehicle frequently, I recommend the diode kit # RM-154. I have included a link to a video that shows how this kit works. If you will only occasionally tow the vehicle, then a magnetic light kit, like # RM-2120, would be the way to go.
Most states now require a supplemental braking system in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest systems to set up and use are the portable systems like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. This is a proportional system that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking making for safe stops and reduced wear and tear on both vehicles.
I have also included a link to our series of FAQ articles on flat towing for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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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
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- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Adapter for Blue Ox and Demco Tow Bars
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
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- Adapters
- Blue Ox to Roadmaster
- Demco to Roadmaster
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Replacement Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Quick Disconnects
- Car Side and Tow Bar Side
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
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- Roadmaster
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Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 7,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 7500 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
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