Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2013 Ram 1500 Tradesman
Question:
2013 Dodge Ram Tradesman Is the base plate I need BX2409 Thanks
asked by: Allen S
Expert Reply:
The correct Blue Ox baseplate for a 2013 Ram Tradesman is item # BX2409. It is designed for the Ram 1500 trucks with a plastic molded bumper. The item # BX2409 is for the Ram's with a chrome metal bumper. I wanted to mention you can not flat-tow a 2WD 2013 Dodge 1500 no matter what trim you have. If you have 4WD you are good to go.
Some other parts you will need to flat tow your 2013 Ram Tradesman are listed below:
Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar item # BX7380
Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267
Supplemental Braking System - Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System item # HM39524
High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If you measure the height of the inside top of the hitch receiver tube on your RV, and the height difference is more than 3 inches above/below the base plate tab height, you'll need a high/low adapter. I have linked a FAQ article that explains all this in more detail along with our selection of adapters.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
more information >
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
more information >
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
more information >
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
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: 2023 Best Gifts for RVers & Campers
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2015 Ram 1500
- Q&A: Does Curt Tow Bar C26FR Work With Blue Ox Base Plate BLU74FR
- Q&A: Does Power Steering of 2020 Ram 1500 Have to be Active to Flat Tow it
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2010-2012 Ram 1500
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2018 Ram 1500
- Article: Breakaway Kit Installation for Single and Dual Brake Axle Trailers
- Q&A: Can You Flat Tow A 2023 Subaru Crosstrek With A Manual Transmission
- Q&A: Replacement Trailer Tires Needed for 185/65-15 Size Auto Tires
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Roadmaster Vehicle Specific Base Plates
- Q&A: Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2021 Ford Ranger
- Q&A: Need Replacement Parts for Roadmaster Even Brake 9400 Supplementary Braking System # RM-9400
- Q&A: Troubleshooting Roadmaster Even Brake Monitor And Transmitter