Complete Flat Tow Setup For A 2018 Ford F-150 King Ranch 4x4
Question:
I just bought a 29’ class A motor home, 2011 Newmar Bay Star 2901. The previous owner gave me the flat tow system that he was using. I have the Blue Ox Alpha tow bar BX7365 and the tow vehicle connecting pins. He also gave me the Brake Buddy Digital Classic #39499 system. I just bought a 2018 Ford F-150 King Ranch 4x4 Crew Cab. I need to know what I need to install on this truck to complete this flat tow system. I assume that I need the frame baseplate connection and wiring? Can you please help me with the items I need to get? I’d rather not buy a new tow bar, if this one will work! Thank you
asked by: Chris S
Expert Reply:
To complete a flat towing setup for your 2018 Ford F-150:
You can use the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BO74FR, which is compatible with the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380 that you mention.
To adapt the Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39494 to your Ford F-150, you're going to also need:
-The Replacement Breakaway System for Brake Buddy Classic and Select Supplemental Braking Systems # HM39340.
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-The Replacement Dash Mount Connector for Brake Buddy Classic and Select Supplemental Braking Systems # HM39342.
Along with the braking system, tow bars, and a base plate, you're also going to need wiring, like the Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-152-1676-7, and a high-low adapter like # RM-048-4.
You're going to want to measure your rise and drop needed for your 2018 Ford F-150, before you commit on purchasing one. I've attached a FAQ detailing how you can measure your rise and drop.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
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Replacement Breakaway Kit for Brake Buddy Classic and Select Flat Tow Brake Systems
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Replacement Dash Mount Connector for Brake Buddy Systems - Classic II and 3 - Select II and 3
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Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
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- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
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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 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Wire Hybrid Cord
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- 30 Foot Long Harness
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
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