Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 4x4 Using Blue Ox Products
Question:
Need Blue Ox package parts list for 1999 k2500 Suburban 4x4 for flat tow behind RV
asked by: James
Expert Reply:
To flat tow your 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 4x4, you will need at least 5 main parts. Those parts are a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system. Since you have requested Blue Ox, I have recommended Blue Ox parts (other than the wiring) for your Suburban below.
Base Plate Kit: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1640
Tow Bar: Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380 (includes the needed safety cables)
Tow Bar Wiring: Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-152-1676-7
Supplemental Braking System: Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System # BLU37TR
You may also need a high-low adapter to keep your tow set-up within 3" of level. I have included a help article that covers this and a link to our high-low adapter selection.
I also recommend checking your Suburban's owners manual to ensure you are doing everything that is recommended/required for flat towing.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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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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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Wire Hybrid Cord
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- 30 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Roadmaster
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