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• Recommended Base Plate Kit and Towing System for 2011 GMC Acadia
  For your 2011 GMC Acadia with billet bumper trim the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 523149-1 will work just fine. I've attached the installation instructions to assist as there will be some trimming required for this install which isn't uncommon when installing base plates. Then I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - 6,000 lbs # RM-520 along with safety cables # RM-643. You will also need a high-low adapter for proper towing height, so I've attached an article...
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• Can Blue Ox Tow Bar Connect to Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit for 2015 Buick Enclave
  Hey Warren, yes a Blue Ox tow bar can connect to a Roadmaster EZ base plate kit like the part # 523149-1 that fits your 2015 Buick Enclave but you do need to use the correct adapter since it's two different brands. For that you'd want the part # RM-033.
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• Parts Needed To Connect Roadmaster Base Plate With The Ready Brute Elite II Tow Bar
  To connect your Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit # 523149-1 on your 2011 GMC Acadia, to your Ready Brute Elite II tow bar, you will just need the Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032. I have attached a review video of the Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter for you to check out as well.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 GMC Acadia behind Motorhome
  For your 2016 GMC Acadia we have all the parts needed to flat tow it behind your motorhome. You would need to start with a base plate kit though. For that you would need the part # 523149-1 which is a confirmed fit. These kits aren't incredibly hard to install but they are a bit time consuming. I attached an install video for you to check out, but to find an installer in your area I would recommend you find a local mechanic in your area who is interested in taking on the project. It really...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 or 2013 Buick Enclave
  According to the online version of the owner's manual for the 2012 and 2013 Buick Enclave, it can indeed be flat towed behind an RV with all 4 wheels on the ground. I highly recommend verifying this information in your copy of the manual as well as reading through any guidelines or restrictions when it comes to flat towing. In the owner's manual this section is listed under "Recreational Vehicle Towing". In order to tow your Buick Enclave you will need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety...
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• Flat Tow 2015 GMC Acadia
  Tow bars such as the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-576, are not vehicle specific but match to a variety of vehicle base plates, which can be vehicle specific. For your 2015 GMC Acadia the parts needed to flat tow start with a base plate kit, I suggest the Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit, # 523149-1. These are a confirmed fit for your 2015 GMC Acadia and will match to the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar, # RM-576. In addition to the base...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Buick Enclave with Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar
  Yes, for your 2014 Buick Enclave and your Falcon 2 tow bar you will need base plates # 523149-1. I have linked the instructions and a video showing a typical installation for you. There are a few other things needed to flat tow a vehicle if you do not already have them: safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting there are a few options. If you will not be towing the...
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• Recommended Parts Needed To Flat-Tow 2008 Saturn Outlook
  I did some research in the owner's manual for your 2008 Outlook that it can be flat-towed. On page 4-28 of the owner's manual it explains the steps you need to take when preparing your vehicle for flat-towing. I will make the recommendations for the parts you need to tow your Saturn. There are several items you need when you flat-tow a vehicle. First I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 523149-1. For a tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520....
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• Everything Needed to Flat Tow A 2014 GMC Acadia Behind RV
  I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2014 GMC Acadia. It states if the vehicle is either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, it can be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground. I just recommend verifying this information in your copy of the owner's manual, as it's possible that you have a slightly different model Acadia. The owner's manual will also detail the correct procedures and steps to take before heading out on your trip. In order to flat tow your 2014 GMC Acadia...
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• Flat Towing 2012 GMC Acadia FWD Behind Motorhome
  According to the owner's manual, the FWD 2012 GMC Acadia can indeed be flat towed with all 4 wheels down. The procedure is listed as follows: 1. Position the vehicle to be towed, shift the transmission to P (Park), and turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 2. Secure the vehicle to the towing vehicle. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Turn the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY. 5. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral). 6. To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove the...
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• Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2009 Buick Enclave FWD Behind A Motor Home
  You will only need a few parts to flat tow your Enclave. First you will need a base plate kit made custom for your towed vehicle. The Roadmaster # 523149-1 would be a good choice. Next you will need a tow bar. I recommend the Roadmaster # RM-522 “Falcon” All Terrain and Non-Binding tow bar rated for 6000 pounds. A non-binding tow bar will let you easily disconnect your tow bar even if your coach and towed vehicle is not on level ground or at a difficult angle. When your coach and towed...
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• Recommended Flat Towing System for 2011 Buick Enclave FWD
  Your 2011 Buick Enclave can be flat towed. I recommend starting with the Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 523149-1 and then using the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. You can then use safety cables # RM-643. The custom fit baseplates will allow the tow bar to safely connect to your vehicle and the removable arms will allow you to keep the vehicle aesthetics when the towing system is not in use. For your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 Buick Enclave AWD
  Yes, I did some checking and the all wheel drive models of the 2012 Buick Enclave can be flat towed. You'll want to first start with a base plate kit confirmed as a fit for your vehicle. For that you'd want the part # 523149-1. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Saturn Outlook Behind an RV
  There have been different Falcon tow bars over the years. If you have a Falcon 5250 (discontinued) it is rated for 5,000 pounds. The Falcon 2, # RM-520, and the Falcon all-terrain, # RM-522 are rated for 6,000 pounds each. I did some research on the 2008 Saturn Outlook at found that its gross vehicle weight rating is 6,400 pounds but its curb weight is 4,722 pounds. The 6,400 pounds is the most the vehicle can weigh when loaded to capacity including cargo, passengers, and fuel. You...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2010 GMC Acadia
  To flat tow your 2010 GMC Acadia you'll want to review the "Recreational Vehicle Towing" and follow the steps listed to get your vehicle prepared to tow. If your Acadia is front wheel drive you'll be able to pull it from the front with all four wheels on the ground or with the front wheels on a tow dolly. If your Acadia is all wheel drive then you'll be able to tow with all four wheels on the ground but will not be able to tow using a tow dolly. You'll need to run your vehicle at the beginning...
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• Installation Videos For Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit # 523149-1
  I have linked 2 installation videos that we have below for the Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit # 523149-1. While we do not have one with your exact 2007 GMC Acadia, I have included one for a 2009 Buick Enclave which is the Buick version on the same chassis. The other video is for a 2015 GMC Acadia.
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• Recommended Tow Bar And Components To Flat Tow A 2016 Buick Enclave
  To quickly answer your question, I recommend the Falcon 2 # RM-520 which is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Buick Enclave. This one of the most popular options for your vehicle. You may want a hitch lock like # e98882 to keep your tow bar secure. I want to make sure you have all the parts you need for flat towing, so I'll put together the system I recommend for you. For 2016 Buick Enclave base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 523149-1. This hidden...
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• Recommended Components Needed When Flat-Towing 2014 GMC Acadia Behind Motorhome
  If you are flat-towing your 2014 GMC Acadia behind your 2015 Fleetwood there are 5 things you will need. You will need base plates for the Acadia, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring for the Acadia for lights, and most states now require a supplemental brake system. First I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 523149-1. With the hidden brackets, these are virtually invisible when the drawbars are removed. The tow bar I recommend is the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part #...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 GMC Acadia AWD
  We have what you'd need to flat tow your 2012 GMC Acadia. The first thing you'll need is a base plate kit which for that you'd want Roadmaster Kit part # 523149-1 which is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the...
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• Adapter Needed To Connect A Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar To Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Baseplates
  To connect your Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar # BX7420 to the Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit # 523149-1 you'll need the Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032. I've attached a short video below that will show you how to connect the adapter to your baseplate and tow bar.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Buick Enclave Behind an RV
  The first thing to do is check the capacity of the hitch on your Winnebago. The weight capacity of a Class III hitch varies. There should be a sticker on the hitch but if not the capacity is probably in the RV literature. Assuming that the RV and hitch are rated high enough you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to tow your 2013 Buick Enclave. Starting with the base plates # 523149-1 is an excellent choice. The arms can be removed when not...
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• Parts Needed For Flat Towing a 2012 GMC Acadia Denali
  The Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit # 523149-1 is confirmed to fit your 2012 GMC Acadia Denali. This base plate does have removable arms allowing for a clean hidden appearance when not being flat towed. This will require a Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly # 910021-00 to connect to the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676. This is their best selling tow bar thanks to the accent lighting and clean looks with the integrated cable guides for the safety...
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• Components Needed To Flat Tow A 2016 GMC Acadia
  Yes, you can tow your 2016 GMC Acadia. You will need 5 components however, to safely and correctly tow your GMC Acadia. To start you will need a base plate kit, the Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit # 523149-1 is an excellent choice that will feature Roadmaster's crossbar-style brackets to provide attachment points for the quick-disconnect crossbar on your tow bar. Next, you will need a wiring kit, the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 will...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Buick Enclave with a Motorhome with Air Brakes
  For your 2010 Buick Enclave I recommend using the Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit # 523149-1 along with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 # RM-520 and the 6,000 lb coiled safety cables # RM-643. For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. I like recommending the Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 because it allows you to also installed the Charge Line Kit...
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