Flat Tow Set Up For 2022 Chevy Colorado
Question:
Can a 2022 chevrolet colorado 4x4 crew cab be flat towed. If so. What do I need to know to be safe and dont damage my truck while being flat towed. This is my first time doing this, Thanks
asked by: Mark S
Expert Reply:
For a first time flat tow all the information and requirements can seem overwhelming but lets go step by step and see how simple it and safe it actually is.
First you need a base plate. This offers a secure mating/connection point to your vehicle. I recommend going with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BLU93FR.
Next you need an actual tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs # BX7420. It does come with safety cables and that is ok, BUT make sure the cables are at least 4 inches LONGER than the break away cable that comes with the supplemental braking system. You want the cable to pull out and engage the brakes in case there is a failure in the tow system.
For the braking system I recommend the Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System w/ Wireless Coachlink Monitor - Proportional # DM86VR
You'll need a Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-154 to link your lights and signals togethers. You will also need a battery disconnect as well so you do not drain your battery while towing. I recommend the Deka Lead Quick-Disconnect Battery Terminal - Universal Polarity # DW05312.
You will also need a high/low adapter to keep everything in line. You will need to park on level ground and measure from the ground up to the center of your hitch receiver and then measure from the ground to the center of the base plate on your truck. Both of these need to be within 3 inches of each other. Depending on what your measure you will need something like the Curt High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 4" Rise/Drop - 8" Long # C59KR.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Blue Ox
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Curt High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 4" Rise/Drop - 8" Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Adapters
- High-Low Adapter
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 4 Inch Rise/Drop
- CURT
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Wireless Monitor - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Deka Lead Quick-Disconnect Battery Terminal - Universal Polarity
- Wiring
- Wire Connectors
- Quick Disconnects
- Deka
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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