Demco Base Plate Kit for Flat Towing 2013 Ford F-150

Question:

I have a Demco commander tow bar that i used on Jeep Liberty and now have a 2013 f 150 crew cab can I use this on this pickup? also what type of base plate and wiring kit would it require. What type of braking system is required I have a class A Diesel motorhome. Thanks

asked by: Blaine A

Expert Reply:

Demco offers a base plate kit that fits your 2013 Ford F-150 with the part # DM9518296 which will work great with your Commander tow bar # DM9511012.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

expert reply by: Jameson C