Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500

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Do I need a Brake-Lite-Relay kit for flat towing a 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500HD?

asked by: RJ S

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No on a brake-lite-relay kit but you might need a stop light switch, it depends on your truck. I checked with Roadmaster and they said, If the brake lights do not work with your Silverado's ignition key turned to the "tow" position, then you need a brake light switch kit to provide a signal to the supplemental braking system. They recommend using the Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit item # RM-751000.

Some other parts you will need to flat tow your 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500 are listed below along with any installation videos we may have:

Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar item # RM-422 and item # RM-653

Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms item # RM98VR

Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267

Battery Disconnect Kit - Roadmaster Battery Disconnect item # RM-766 for gas trucks or item # RM93MR for diesel engines

Supplemental Braking System - SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System item # SM99251 or item # SM99243 if your motorhome has air brakes

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.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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To flat tow your 2003 Jeep Liberty 4x4 you'll need a baseplate, tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you below: Baseplate: The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX1119 are a confirmed fit…

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That's a hard number to give since a portion of the #HM39524 fits under the dash but I can give you the overall dimensions of this and you can compare that to the available space you have to see if it would fit. This measures 19" long x…

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Answer 3

According to the owners manual for your 2021 GMC Sierra 1500, disconnecting the battery is the only option to prevent the electric parking brake from activating when you flat tow your truck. We have the Battery Disconnect #RM-766 for gas engines or…

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Yes, you will want to remove any rubber floor mat when you're installing the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524. It doesn't say this in the instructions but it's still recommended. I confirmed this with my contact at Hopkins/Brake Buddy.

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Although you won't have power brake assist with the vehicle off, the Brake Buddy Select 3, part #HM39524 will apply enough pressure to the brake pedal that the brakes will work just fine once the unit is installed and properly set up according to…

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To install the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional #RM-9160 you'll also need the RoadMaster BrakeMaster Custom Seat Adapter #RM-88149 to properly position the supplemental braking…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 10

Hey there Jeff, thanks for the question and I can definitely get you all the parts needed to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 behind your motorhome. I'll go ahead and list everything out for you to make it easy to order. - Base Plate Kit:…

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Answer 11

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 12

Hello John. The #C96JR tail light kit for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator will indeed work with a Brake Buddy brake System Such as part #HM39524. So, if you plan to use a portable brake system, that is definitely what I recommend, and you do not need to get…

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