Equipment Needed For Flat Towing Vehicle Behind Motor Home

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I need to understand what I need to tow a car behind my motor home.

asked by: Michael U

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To flat tow a vehicle, you'll need a hitch on the motor home, a towbar, a base plate kit installed on the tow vehicle, a tow bar wiring kit so that the taillights on the vehicle work along with those on the motor home, safety cables and a supplemental braking system.

You'll also need to determine if your vehicle is capable of being flat towed, or if it must be modified in some way in order to flat tow it safely.

I'll link you to some of our help articles about flat towing. If you could reply with the year, make and model of the vehicle you are wishing to flat tow, I'd be happy to make some more specific recommendations for you.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Andrew L.

7/22/2020

I have a Newmar Baystar 3210 and want to tow my 2018 F-150. Budge conscious. What is the least expensive tow bar I can get away with, base plates as well a brake system for inside f150.

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Chris R.

7/28/2020

The Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 is a nice budget friendly option without being "cheap" that will work well for your F-150. For a compatible base plate kit the Roadmaster # RM-524431-4 is perfect. Then for a braking system I really like the Brake Buddy Classic # HM39494 and for lighting you can use the Diode Kit # RM-15267.

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Andy P.

4/9/2020

I have a 2003 Coachmen Catalina Sport Motorhome Ford E450. I would like to buy a 2007 Ford Fusion SE- 3.0 v6 with automatic transmission. I want to flat tow it. Can I tow this car since it has an automatic transmission? I want a vehicle tow bar and the light package. Would this work for me?Thank You

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Chris R.

4/11/2020

According to the owner's manual for the 2007 Ford Fusion, models with the automatic transmission cannot be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground. If it's the FWD model, you can use a tow dolly like # DM9713045. If it's the AWD model it needs to be put onto a trailer (with no wheels on the ground). When searching for a good flat tow vehicle, I definitely recommend talking with the dealer, explaining to him/her exactly what you're wanting to do, and looking through the owner's manual before making any purchase.

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Chris L.

9/12/2020

@ChrisR Looking at the Leisure Van Unity Class B with a 5000 lb tow capacity. I have a 2019 Infinity QX30 Luxe. It is not AWD. Can this vehicle be modified to be flat towed? And, if so, what modifications will it need?

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Jon G.

9/15/2020

@ChrisL From what I could find in the online version of the owner's manual it looks like you can use a tow dolly to tow your 2019 Infiniti QX30 behind your motorhome. I really like the KarKaddy SS # DM9713045 if you want to go this route. I'm not sure what kind of modifications you'd have to do to flat tow it with all 4 wheels on the ground. I'd speak with a dealer and/or a shop that is able to do something like that to see what all that would entail.

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Answer 1

There currently isn't a compatible Blue Ox base plate for your 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sahara. There is however the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521453-5 which is a compatible fit (standard factory bumpers). These base plates have…

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Answer 2

The Demco Classic Base Plate Kit #DM68FR you reference will fit your 2017 Ford F-250, however the snow plow brackets would likely get in the way, and would need to be removed. Unfortunately, there is no adapter to make this work. However, I have…

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Answer 3

It's pretty common for vehicle batteries to die when the vehicle is being flat towed since the braking system typically draws it's power from the towed vehicle to activate. This is a problem for nearly all systems including the Brake Buddy…

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Answer 4

Your 2008 Honda CR-V is a popular vehicle for towing behind a motorhome and we can help you get yours all set with the items needed for safe and legal flat towing. The linked overview article has lots of helpful information and is a great place to…

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Answer 5

According to what I've read in the owner's manual, your Edge can indeed be flat towed if the specific procedures listed in the manual are followed precisely. To flat tow your Edge, hook up to the motorhome then press and hold the brake to the…

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Answer 6

For a 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4XE you'll need the following components: Baseplate: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521453-5. These custom-fit baseplates are designed to work with factory bumpers, if you have an aftermarket bumper please…

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Answer 7

When installing the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-524459-5 or anything similar like wiring it is always a good idea to disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to prevent any accidental issues with a plug accidentally…

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Answer 8

Not all RV's come with a fully functional 7 way connector, so you'll want to test your 7 way trailer plug blade at 1- o'clock position when looking at the plug face. If this pin is not receiving power from the trailer battery then…

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Answer 9

According to the online copy of your Owner's Manual (page 316-317), only 4WD vehicles with a two-speed transfer case that have a Neutral and a 4-Low setting can be towed four wheels down. Please refer to the prescribed "Dingy Towing"…

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Answer 10

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR does not have an internal battery so it will require you to install a 12v outlet #RM-9332 since your 2009 Jeep Wrangler requires you to disconnect the positive battery cable. This…

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Answer 11

For your diesel pusher RV and 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 I highly recommend the SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System #SM99243. This particular system is designed specifically for RVs like yours that are equipped with air brakes as it will tap into…

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Answer 12

Your F-350 has a curb weight of 6,588 lbs from what I can find online. Most tow dollies like our Roadmaster #RM-2050-1 will not handle that capacity so even if you pulled your drive shaft that likely isn't an option. If you wanted to flat tow it,…

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