Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Ford Explorer with a Falcon 5250 Tow Bar
Question:
I recently traded in my 2005 jeeo liberty for a 2013 ford explorer. I have a roadmaster falcon 5250 tow bar assembly that I removed from the liberty and want to install on explorer. Is this possible? Do I use roadmaster base plate #4427-1a?
asked by: George W
Expert Reply:
Yes you can use Roadmaster base plates # 4427-1A on your 2013 Ford Explorer and it will be compatible with the Falcon 5250 tow bar that you have.
In addition to the tow bar and base plates you will also need safety cables like # RM-643 unless you already have some. You will also need a lighting solution such as # RM-2120 if you will not be towing often or # 154-792-118158 for a more permanent solution.
Most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Even Brake # RM-9400 proportional system. This system applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the towing vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual in the recreational towing section for more specific information on flat towing your Explorer. I have included some helpful links on flat towing for you to view.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster 6-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles with Separate Lighting
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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