Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Chevy TrailBlazer with a Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar
Question:
I have a roadmaster sterling all terrain tow bar 003882 6000lbs capacity. What parts would I need to tow my 2008 Chevy Trailblazer? Thanks
asked by: Ryan B
Expert Reply:
I'd be happy to help out!
In order to flat tow your 2008 Chevy TrailBlazer (it needs to be a 4WD) you need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. Since you already have the 6K version of the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-576 here are the parts I recommend:
- Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1709
- Roadmaster Tow Bar to Blue Ox Brackets Adapter # RM-031
- Roadmaster Accessory Kit # RM-9243-1 (comes with safety cables, wiring, locks, and a cover)
- Brake Buddy Select 3 Braking System # HM39524
- High-Low Adapter - See Attached Article (bracket height is 15-1/2" from the ground - Extensions # RM-910648-10 are needed if adapter is used)
I really like the Roadmaster to Blue Ox setup here because the Blue Ox base plate has removable tabs and the adapters make it so your tow bar matches right up to the base plates. The accessory kit then gives you the cables and wiring (if you don't already have those) plus locks for the tow bar and a cover to help extend the life of the tow bar.
The Brake Buddy Select 3 is a portable braking system so you'll set it up each time, and then the high-low adapter may or may not be needed depending on the hitch receiver height of your motorhome.
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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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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Brake Buddy
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Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter Brackets for Blue Ox Base Plates
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Adapters
- Roadmaster to Blue Ox
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 10" Safety Cable Extensions w/ Quick Links - 2 Pack
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Trailer Safety Chains
- Safety Cable Parts
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Loop Extensions
- 10 Inch Long
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Accessory Kit for Falcon Tow Bars - Tail Light Wiring - Safety Cables - Lock Set
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Accessories Kit
- Falcon 2
- Falcon All Terrain
- Roadmaster
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Sterling All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 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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