Is The Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar Capable Of Towing A 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Question:
I have a BX7365 Alfa Blue Ox and have upgraded to a 2018 Grand Cherokee. Is the 7365 strong enough for the Cherokee? Do I need to upgrade to the 10K hitch? Thank you,
asked by: Michael
Helpful Expert Reply:
The curb weight of a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee is up to to 5,363lbs, not including anything you're hauling inside of the vehicle. The Blue OX BX7365 has a 6,500lb weight capacity so you would most likely be more than fine using it and would be able to carry a bit of extra weight. That being said you should also verify the capacity of the motorhome's trailer hitch to ensure it's capable.
If you haven't already gotten the rest of your components then I have the following recommendations:
Baseplate: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1128. This baseplate will will be compatible with your tow bar without the need for adapters.
Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This diode kit will include everything you need to display your motorhome's traffic signals through the tail lights of your Jeep.
Braking System: Since it sounds like you already flat tow I'm assuming you either have a portable system or a permanent system and just need a second vehicle kit to keep using it. If you could tell me the system I could find the correct kit for you.
If you're using a permenant system and need the brake output signal then you'll also need the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751449 since the brake light switch wire isn't usable.
Note: See your local dealer for wiring harness information if your vehicle needs MOPAR RV towing wiring harness kit #82216418AA.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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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 Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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