What is the Best Base Plate to Flat-Tow My 2017 Chevrolet Silverado LT Z71
Question:
I am looking for a base plate for a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado LT Z71. Can you please let me know if you have one?
asked by: Terri D
Expert Reply:
If your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado LT Z71 is a 2 wheel drive model then it will not be able to be towed with all 4 wheels down. This would likely cause damage to the vehicle's driveline components. The only way to tow a 2 wheel drive model is by using a tow dolly.
If your Silverado is a 4 wheel drive then you will be able to flat tow it. There are 6 basic components of flat-towing: a base plate kit, tow bar, wiring harness, supplemental braking system, safety cables and possibly a high/low adapter. I will give recommendations for each component as well as attach installation videos, when possible.
Base Plate Kit: the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-3176-1. I recommend the # RM-3176-1 because the arms are removable, giving it a clean look when not attached to the RV.
Tow Bar: Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 8K # RM-576. I recommend the Sterling because it is a non-binding tow bar, meaning you will be able to easily disconnect even on uneven ground. You will also need the Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars # 910021-00 for this tow bar.
Supplemental Braking System: Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR. I recommend the Patriot because it is portable and easy to move vehicle to vehicle.
Wiring Harness: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267.
Safety Cables: Roadmaster 80" Hybrid Coiled-to-Straight Safety Cables - Double Hook - 8,000 lbs - Qty 2 # RM-674.
High-Low Adapter: You may need a high-low adapter to lower the height of your tow bar to the "Safe Zone". I have attached an article that will explain how to choose the right adapter.
I also recommend consulting your owner's manual to see their restrictions and suggestions for flat-towing your LT Z71.
Products Referenced in This Question
Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Tow Bars
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Quick Disconnects
- Car Side and Tow Bar Side
- 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
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 4" Rise/Drop - 10K GTW, 400 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Adapters
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- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Sterling All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 80" Hybrid Coiled-to-Straight Safety Cables - Double Hook - 8,000 lbs - Qty 2
- Safety Cables
- Coiled to Straight Cables
- 80 Inch Long
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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etrailer Rubber Hitch Cover for 2" Trailer Hitches - Qty 1
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