Does Roadmaster Nighthawk Tow Bar Work With Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plates on 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500

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I can’t seem to find a clear answer for this fitment. I have a 2020 Silverado. I have found the base plate on your site model # RM-523199-5 and I am looking at the tow bar assembly model # RM-676. Will this tow bar work with the above base plate with the removable attachments. Thanks Leo

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The two parts you mentioned are absolutely compatible - the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar with LED Lights # RM-676 will work superbly with the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523199-5 that fits your 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500.

The Nighthawk tow bar will attach directly to the arms of the EZ5 base plates on your Silverado 1500 without any type of adapter or other part needed. You have made really good choices for your truck, because the EZ5 base plates have removable arms so your Silverado is going to keep its clean look when you aren't flat towing, and the Nighthawk tow bar is extremely easy to use and has long arms which make it easier to maneuver when towing.

Along with the Nighthawk Tow Bar # RM-676 and Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523199-5, there are a couple of other parts you'll need to flat tow your 2020 Silverado 1500, and I'll make a list of the best options for you.

- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-152
Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect # RM-766
- Supplemental Braking System: Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # DM86VR
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- For a motorhome with air brakes: Demco SBS Air Force One Supplemental Braking System # DM26VR

I also recommend the Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screening # RM-4750 to keep rocks and other debris from hitting your Silverado while you are flat towing it. You may also need a high-low adapter such as # RM-070 in order to keep your tow bar 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 below to instruction manuals, video reviews and installations for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Sure thing! For your 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback, you're going to need: -A base plate kit, Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX1703, -A tow bar, the Curt Rambler Steel Tow Bar for Curt and Blue Ox Base Plates #C26FR, -A wiring kit, Roadmaster Tail Light…

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Answer 2

For your 2017 Chevy Sonic, I recommend starting with the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-523192-5 for a sedan or #RM-523194-5 for a hatchback. Then I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs…

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Answer 3

Per the attached diagram, the InvisiBrake System, part #RM-8700 is attached to the Fusion battery. I checked the owner's manual for your Fusion and it states that the key should be positioned between the off and the accessory mode. I have…

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Answer 4

The Roadmaster Smart Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Wiring Kit for Variable Voltage Incandescent Tail Lights #RM26FR you were looking at for your 2020 Chevrolet Sonic will power the tail lights when plugged in to your RV. You should have turn signals, brake…

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Answer 5

I believe the issue is in how you have the InvisiBrake #RM-8700 wired up. It has a very specific wiring set up that needs to be followed. I have included a picture of what that should be. It sounds like you have a trickle charge coming from both the…

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Answer 6

The Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Tow Bar Braking System #RM-8700 is designed to deliver a trickle charge from your running motorhome's electrical system to your toad's battery while you're underway. This power feed is dependent on…

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Answer 7

For lighting you can use the diode kit, #RM26FR, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This…

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Answer 8

The 2020 Chevrolet Sonic can be flat-towed behind a motorhome with all four wheels down. In order to do so you'll need a base plate kit, tow bar, flat-tow wiring harness, a supplemental braking system, safety cables, and a few other smaller…

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Answer 9

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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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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Answer 11

There are a few differences between the Demco Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System w/ Wireless Coachlink Monitor #DM86VR and the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System #RM-8700. The biggest difference between the two is…

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Answer 12

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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