Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie
Question:
We are moving from CO to TN. Just found out Penske trucks can’t tow my truck. Need advice.
asked by: Patty B
Expert Reply:
If you have an RV that you'll be moving as well, you could flat tow your 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie behind your RV. In order to flat tow your vehicle you'll want to consult your owner's manual for confirmation that your vehicle can be flat towed, as well as any special procedures that need to be followed when performing this task. You will also need parts from the following categories in order to flat tow your vehicle: base plates, tow bar, tow bar wiring, safety cables, supplemental braking and a rise/drop adapter.
You will first need a baseplate kit and tow bar compatible with both your truck, and each other; I recommend using the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plates # RM-522203-5 and the Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain # RM-522. The Falcon All-Terrain is a non-binding tow part that connects to your motorhome's 2" receiver hitch and because it is non-binding it allows you to release your vehicle at any time, anywhere - even on unlevel ground.
Next you'll want to use the Roadmaster Falcon 2 and Falcon All-Terrain Combo Towing Kit with Straight Wiring # RM-9243-1 which includes everything you need to tow with RoadMaster's Falcon 2 and Falcon All-Terrain system in one convenient kit; the wiring kit, power cord, mounting bracket, safety cables, padlocks, tow bar cover, and a vinyl bag to store it all. The diode kit that comes with this allows you to splice into the taillight wiring so that your RV controls the vehicle taillights and does not require drilling into the taillight housings. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.
Since most states require the use of a supplemental braking system, you'll also need a supplemental braking kit like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, which is a portable braking system that offers proportional braking for your toad that is easily installed and removed.
In order to make sure that your towing setup is level, you'll likely need a rise/drop adapter like the # RM-076; I've linked a helpful article that explains how you'll need to measure to determine which adapter to use. I've also linked some other helpful articles on flat towing that you might find helpful, as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Roadmaster High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 6" Rise/Drop - 6K GTW, 200 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Adapters
- High-Low Adapter
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 6 Inch Rise/Drop
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Accessory Kit for Falcon Tow Bars - Tail Light Wiring - Safety Cables - Lock Set
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Accessories Kit
- Falcon 2
- Falcon All Terrain
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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