Base Plate Kit, Tow Bar and Supplemental braking for 2013 Ford Fusion Energi

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs

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Roadmaster Base Plate Adapter Bracket for Blue Ox and Demco Tow Bars

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset

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Question:

I am compiling the necessary equipment for towing a 2013 Ford Fusion Energi and I also want in the future to be able to use the same tow bar and supplementary brake system for a 2007 Chevy Avalanche 6.0L. The Blue Ox BX7365 should meet the need but what base plate should I use since the BX2646 does not list compatibility with the Energi version? Will the BLU37TR work for both vehicles or should I get the Roadmaster Invisibrake RM8700 and later get the 2nd vehicle kit RM-98700 for the Avalanche? If I get the RM-8700, I will not need a line charger since the Invisibrake comes with one, correct? What light wiring do I need for the Fusion Energi? Thanks,

asked by: Eldon V

Expert Reply:

Roadmaster has a base plate kit that fits your 2013 Ford Fusion Energi Hybrid but Blue Ox does not. For that you'd need the part # RM-524437-4 which is a confirmed fit. To still use a Blue Ox tow bar like the part # BX7380 you referenced with this kit you'd need the adapter part # RM-032 and you'd be set.

For towing two vehicles I'd recommend a temporary install supplemental braking kit like the Patriot part # BLU37TR that you mentioned over a permanent install kit like the Invisibrake. This will make the transition between the two vehicles easier and won't cost quite as much.

For lighting you'd want to use a magnetic kit since none of the diode or bulb/socket kits are confirmed as a fit for your vehicle since it has variable voltage taillights. This also will easily transfer to your other vehicle. No charge line is recommended for the hybrid either.

expert reply by: Jameson C