Flat Towing Setup Recommendation for a 1993 Chevy S-10 Blazer

Question:

tow barb application for towing a 1993 Chevy Blazer bS-10

asked by: Dennis G

Expert Reply:

There are several components needed to flat-tow a vehicle like your 1993 Chevy Blazer. The first thing you will need is a base plate kit. For a kit that is confirmed to fit your vehicle you would want the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 131-15. This provides the attachment point for the vehicle to the tow bar.

The tow bar I would recommend to go with that base plate kit would be part # RM-501. This is a car mounted tow bar that comes with Quick Disconnects that would not require the use of an adapter and be limited to 45 miles per hour like the Tow Ready Tow Bar part # 63180 that you referenced.

Next you will want safety cables. For that I would recommend the RoadMaster 68 inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643.

There are several different lighting options that you have, check out the FAQ article I attached on how to pick out the best lighting solution for your needs.

And finally, most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being towed. The easiest to install and use is the Roadmaster Even Brake portable proportional braking system, part # RM-9400. This unit activates the brakes on the vehicle being towed in proportion to how much the RV is braking. This is the safest type of braking action, and it reduces wear and tear on the RV and towed vehicle brakes.

You will also want to check the vehicle owners manual for additional information on flat towing the vehicle. Some vehicles require an axle disconnect, drive line disconnect, transmission lube pump, or free wheeling hubs in order to be flat towed.