Parts to Flat Tow 2015 Edge Sport With 2.7L engine and NO Adaptive Cruise Control  

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To flat tow your 2015 Edge Sport with 2.7L engine and NO adaptive cruise control you will need the Roadmaster # RM-524444-5 Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit which is well hidden and has simple twist and push/pull installation of connection arms. If you have adaptive cruise control email me back and we will see if there is another alternative.

Next you need a tow bar. I recommend the Roadmaster # RM-522 Falcon All Terrain Non-Binding tow bar. A non-binding tow bar will let you easily disconnect your tow bar even if your coach and towed vehicle is not on level ground or at a difficult angle. The two bar is the one point in flat towing that gets the most stress and wear. You don't want to go cheap or used for this most important part.

When your coach and towed vehicle are hitched together on level ground, the tow bar should be within 3” of level, otherwise you will need to add a High-Low Adapter LIKE the Blue Ox # BLU34TR.

You will also need safety cables to keep the towed vehicle connected to your coach in case of a tow bar failure. I would recommend the Roadmaster # RM-645 which are 64” long and rated for 8000 pounds. I like that the connectors are made so they can not bounce off the cable hooks. I also prefer the straight cables compared to coiled – it just looks cleaner when they are all tucked away. If you find that your clevis hooks will not fit through the ears on the back of your coach you will need to add Roadmaster # RM-910022 cable connectors rated for 6000 pounds.

Next you will need a tow bar wiring kit. Because you have variable voltage tail lights you will need to upgrade to the Roadmaster # RM38FR kit with smart diodes. Your wiring kit includes everything you need to connect your RV's tail, brake, and turn signal lights to your towed car. Includes a 7-way to 6-way straight adapter cord. When you do finally get ready to plug your electrical cables in I would put a little Edelmann # 11755 dielectric grease on those connections. The dielectric grease will keep help keep moisture and corrosion out of your connections.

If your brake lights do not illuminate when the ignition is in the tow position you will additionally need a Roadmaster # RM-751000 Stop Light Switch Kit.

Your Edge weighs in over 4200 pounds so you will need a supplemental braking system installed in it. This will improve braking and handling, and extend the life of your coaches braking system. Additionally, most states require supplemental braking if your towed vehicle is over 3000 pounds. If your coach has traditional hydraulic brakes then I recommend the Brake Buddy # HM39524 portable system that has proportional braking and has a wireless display for your cab so you can see your braking system status or change profiles from your driver's seat.

If your coach has air brakes, then instead of the Brake Buddy system, you will need the Demco # DM26VR supplemental braking system for air brakes.

expert reply by: Les D

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