Complete Flat Towing Setup For A 2021 Ford F-150
Question:
Good morning. I have a 2017 Jayco Class C, with a Ford F 450. I want to tow my 2021 F150 behind it. Is there anyway you can send me all the info and parts that I would need to accomplish this? I had the I fo at one time but have lost it all. I want to use the tow bar system. Thank you
asked by: Rupert B
Expert Reply:
I'd love to get you all set up. To get started, you'll need a base plate kit. This is used as the connection point between the RV and the towed vehicle. For this, I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM38VR.
This kit is custom to your vehicle which means that there wont be any need for any welding, however there may be some trimming required as well as the removal of tow hooks if they are present. To continue, you're going to need a nice set of tow bars that are not only compatible with your vehicle, but can also handle the weight of your truck.
A great option is the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-676. This tow bar is compatible with the mentioned base plate kit above, has a maximum towing capacity of 8,000-lbs, and has an integrated LED strip for low-light operating conditions.
Continuing on, you're going to need a braking system. To stick with the Roadmaster theme, I recommend going with the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700, with the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400 and if your truck does not have adjustable pedals, the Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751000.
This is a one time setup kit that will provide excellent real-time braking in your towed vehicle. This system will connect to your 2017 Jayco Class C and will engage your truck's brakes when the RV brake lights illuminate.
Finally, you're going to need a set of tow bar wiring # RM-154 as well as a charge line kit # RM-156-25. The wiring kit is needed to connect your tow vehicle's brake, turn, and tail lights to your towed vehicle.
I know it's a lot of information and parts, but that is everything you need to get your going. I have also attached a couple of installation videos for you to check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- 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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