Can A 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 Be Flat Towed And What Is Needed
Question:
I am about to purchase a ram 1500 4X4 v6 Diesel. i would like to know if this is flat towable? if so what would you recommend me ordering to make it happen? thanks
asked by: Richie
Expert Reply:
4WD models of the 2022 Ram 1500 are able to be flat towed, with a few steps listed in the owner's manual. TO flat tow your Ram you'll need a baseplate, tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, braking system, and safety cables. For these components I have the following recommendations:
Baseplate: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-522203-5. These fit EcoDiesel models but let me know exactly which model you get so I can confirm fitment since trim packages can change the compatibility.
Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate # e84ZR. This tow bar fits Roadmaster direct-connect style baseplates and comes with safety cables included so that you don't have to purchase them separately.
Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. After hooking up you'll want to test that the braking signal does not override your turn signal.
If it does then you'll need to install the Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751000 to prevent it from doing so.
Braking System: Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39524. This portable system comes with a remote to easily see when the brakes are being activated on your Ram and adjust your brake settings from your motorhome. The included charged line kit will also keep your Ram's battery charged while you drive.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate - RV Mount - 10,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10500 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- etrailer
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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Brake Buddy
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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 Universal Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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