Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2017 Lincoln MKX
Question:
Your video for installing Blue Ox base plate on 2017 Lincoln MKX was great. Can you give an estimated time for the install by a qualified auto/truck mechanic for my reference since local experience is minimal? Secondly, our Tiffin Motorhome is set up for air braking Supplemental Brake. Do you offer the electrical 6-pin to 6-pin coiled cable and Tow Light Kit? The MKX has Tow Mode built in.
asked by: Kevin A
Expert Reply:
Baseplate installs typically take the better part of a day to complete as you're typically pulling the entire fascia/bumper off and most of the time doing quite a bit of drilling or trimming to get a baseplate like the # BX2673 installed. We typically schedule a full day for baseplates because things don't always want to run smoothly.
Your motorhome should have a 7-way on the back of it, if not then you'll need part # ETBC7 and some additional wire # 10-2-1 to run up to the front of the motorhome.
From there you'd need a universal diode wiring kit # RM-15267 to get the diodes, wiring, socket, and adapter cable to run between the motorhome and MKX. The "tow mode" on your MKX will not activate the lights in conjunction with your motorhome's lights. A diode kit or magnetic light kit would be the only way to accomplish this.
For the braking system the best option is the Demco Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes # SM99243. This is a permanent installation that will be ready to go any time after the initial setup and can be installed out of the way unlike similar systems.
Since you have the Blue Ox baseplate # BX2673 I recommend the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # e47ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables included so you won't have to purchase them separately, and they are conveniently bracketed to the arms to prevent them from dragging on the ground. It also has an adjustable head and shank to help stay level without purchasing a high/low adapter.
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Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox and Curt Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6K lbs
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- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
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- 6000 lbs
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
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- Air Brakes
- Demco
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
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