Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Ford F-150 with Blue Ox Tow Bar

Question:

I have a 2019 Entegra Emblem towing a 2020 Jeep Trail Hawk with a Blue Ox towing system. I plan to purchase a 2019 F150 Lariat to use as a tow vehicle. What will I need to set up my F150? Please provide all parts needed to include lighting and braking. Thank you

asked by: Thomas G

Helpful Expert Reply:

Since you have a Blue Ox tow bar already like the # BX7420 you'd want to go with a Blue Ox base plate kit that fits your 2019 Ford F-150 like the Blue Ox part # BO74FR which is very easy to install and use.

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.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.