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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
  Hi Russell; it looks like you have a pretty good list put together here and covered just about everything. For a complete setup you will need the following: -Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # 3154-3 -Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All-Terrain Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-422 -Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables # RM-645 (changed to straight since BlackHawk has cable guides) -Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 -Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2013 Chevy Silverado
  To flat tow your 2013 Chevy Silverado you'll need a tow bar, base plate, braking system, tow bar wiring kit, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you listed below: Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate # e84ZR. This tow bar features non-binding latches and telescoping, self-supporting arms for fast, easy hookup or removal on any terrain. This tow bar has a 10.5k weight capacity so you can also load some items in the bed...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4 Behind an RV
  Yes, you can flat tow a 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4. Only the 4x4 models can be flat towed with all wheels on the ground. The 2-wheel drive models cannot be flat towed and would have to be put on a trailer. But since you have a 4x4 you don't have to worry about that! There are 5 main parts needed to flat tow a vehicle: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For base plates you can use Roadmaster MX base plates # 3154-3. I have linked a video showing...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500
  To flat tow your 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500 you will need to first start with a base plate kit. For that the most popular option is the Roadmaster # 3154-3. 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 Blackhawk 2 # RM-422. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 Behind a Motor Home
  Given that your 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 could easily get over the 5,000 pound limit of the base plates you're refering to I recommend going with a different set. The Roadmaster MX base plates, # 3154-3, are generally considered more heavy duty and are recommended for trucks and SUVs. For a compatible tow bar, you will want a Roadmaster model that slides into the hitch on the RV. For a compatible tow bar that will match the capacity of your hitch and cover the vehicle weight, take a look...
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• Items Needed to Flat Tow 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 Behind Motorhome
  Flat towing a vehicle behind a motorhome, one such as your 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4, does require a number of components, all of which are detailed in the linked overview article on flat towing. I also included articles on braking systems and hitch adapters, both of which are required items. The items include a tow bar, safety cables, a wiring/lighting kit of some type, a wiring umbilical and a braking system and base plates on the dinghy. Roadmaster base plate kit # 3154-3 is a confirmed...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2010 GMC Sierra 1500
  The first thing you'll need is a base plate kit for your 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 like with the part # 3154-3 which happens to be the easiest to use and install. 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 setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For lighting/safety cables, locks,...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
  I looked in the owners manual for your 2013 Chevrolet Suburban and it can be flat towed or dolly towed, depending on if it's 2 or 4 wheel drive, and if it has a single or two speed transfer case. If you suburban is 2wd or has a single speed transfer case, it can not be towed with all 4 wheels on the ground, and can not be towed with the front wheels on a dolly. So if your Suburban is 4wd with a 2 speed transfer case it can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) or dolly towed. There...
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• Required Parts To Flat-Tow a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
  In order to flat tow a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado you will need base plates, a tow bar, flat-tow wiring harness, and safety cables. In some states a supplemental braking system is also needed though this is not a required component. I have attached some recommendations below as well as a list of our supplemental braking systems. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # 3154-3 Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar part # RM-520 RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables part # RM-643 Roadmaster...
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• Recommendation For Flat Towing 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 4x4 Behind Motorhome
  I reviewed the 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe owner's manual and it can be flat towed. To flat tow your Tahoe, you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring, a braking system, and maybe a high-low hitch adapter. For your 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 4x4, I recommend the Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit, Item # 3154-3, because it is designed for your vehicle. It is built with heavy-duty applications in mind. The front arms are easily removable when not in use. The Roadmaster Nighthawk All...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500
  The best base plate kit for your 2009 Sierra 1500 is going to be the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item # 3154-3. This kit is custom fit and built specifically for the Sierra 1500's. The removable arms will keep your front end as close to a factory look as possible. With this base plate you will be able to use the Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 Tow Bar item # RM-422 and Safety Chains item # RM-653. This tow bar is compatible with the base plate kit recommended above and has enough weight...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2010 Chevy Tahoe with ReadyBrute Tow Bar
  Since we do not offer ReadyBrute tow bars, we don't have the clevises you're referring to that normally come with the tow bars, but I can recommend base plates and the other parts you'll need to complete your flat towing setup. The good news is that from what I was able to find out, the ReadyBrute is compatible with all of the major manufacturer's base plates- so you won't need any additional adapters outside of the clevises that are available from ReadyBrute. For your base plates I recommend...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2011 GMC Sierra 1500
  The first thing you need to flat tow your 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part # 3154-3 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 All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ
  Hopefully my dog doesn't eat it. In addition to the tow bar, supplemental braking, and wiring you also need a base plate kit and likely a high-low adapter to tow your 2009 Chevy Silverado. Since you're towing a full size truck you want a tow bar with a higher capacity so I recommend the Roadmaster Blackhawk, part # RM-422. It's rated up to 10,000 pounds. For the safety cables used the coiled # RM-643. The MX Base Plate Kit, part # 3154-3, pairs well with the BlackHawk. The MX kit...
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• Can a 2011 GMC Yukon 4x4 with Single Speed Transfer Case Be Modified to Flat Tow?
  You are correct that the 2011 GMC Yukon 4x4 with single speed transfer case cannot be flat towed as is. I've attached a photo of the pages from the owners manual to assist. It is logical to think because the 2 speed transfer case models can be flat towed without issue that dropping the drive shaft as you stated would allow you to safely tow your single speed vehicle. Without proper testing, I can't confirm this would be the case, but it is very logical. If you decide to tow it, I recommend...
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• Can a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD Be Flat-Towed
  I do have a list of parts needed to flat-tow a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 but guidelines will be outlined in the owner's manual so I encourage you to look here for yourself. Generally speaking, 4WD models are good to go as is but 2WD models require the driveshaft to be disconnected. I have attached a list of parts below. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # 3154-3 Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar part # RM-522 RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables part...
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• Need Replacement Side Arms for Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 3154-3 on 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche
  To replace the side arms for your Roadmaster Base Plate Kit, # 3154-3, you are going to need to order Roadmaster Replacement Arms # RM-ARMS. A bracket arm order form, which is included in the Installation Details link, will need to be filled out. Once you have all of the information needed for the form, it may be easier to give our customer service reps a call at 1-800-298-8924 to place this order. They would be happy to assist in completing your order and getting all of the information...
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• What Gear Setting Should a 2011 Chevy/GMC Silverado/Sierra z71 4x4 be In to Flat Tow Behind an RV
  The information you seek is in the recreational towing section of the owner's manual for the 2011 Chevy Silverado: Use the following procedure to dinghy tow a four-wheel drive vehicle: 1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle and shift the transmission to P (Park). 2. Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake. See “Parking Brake” in the owner manual. 3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 4. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). For...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Behind a Motorhome
  We have exactly what you need to flat tow your 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 behind your motorhome. We do not have an all inclusive kit that has everything, but what I can do is list each part that you will need. I will also include a brief description of what it is for and a recommendation for each part. A flat tow set-up will consist of at least 5 parts. You will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety chains, tow bar wiring and supplemental braking system. Base Plate Kit: This is going to be...
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• Base Plate Kit and Other Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  With the Roadmaster Sterling, part # RM-576, I recommend the MX kit, part # 3154-3, for a base plate kit that fits your 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. The safety cables of the Sterling won't fit with these but you can attach the cables somewhere else on the truck. The wiring kit to power the truck's lights that I suggest is the diode kit, part # RM-15267. It provides a 6-way connector at the front of the truck and a cord to connect the RV's 7-way to that 6-way. For a supplemental braking...
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• Can I Install a Base Plate Kit and Front Mounted Trailer Hitch on a 2007 GMC Yukon XL
  The Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit, # 3154-3, is one of the correct base plate kits for a 2007 GMC Yukon XL 1500. I have included a link to all the base plate kits for the Yukon XL in case you have different model. I spoke with my contact at Curt about the Front Hitch, # C31012. He stated that it will fit your 2007 GMC Yukon as long as it is a 1500, and not a hybrid model. There are no front hitches available for the 2500 or hybrid models. I have included a link to the instructions for this...
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• What Trailer Hitch Can I Used W/ My 40' IC Bus
  The only hitches we have that're going to work with your motorhome like the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide # 13703 are going to be able to handle up to 3,500-lbs which is not going to be enough for your ProMaster. If you can let me know what the year make and model of your ProMaster is and I can piece together a flat towing kit for you if you'd like. Just to give you an idea, the kit would consist of: - A base plate kit # 3154-3, - A set of tow bars...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 With Falcon 2 Tow Bar & BrakeMaster
  You can flat tow your 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 with your tow bar. To answer your questions specifically, there are compatible base plates from Roadmaster, the the BrakeMaster will work, a pedal adjustment kit is needed, and the wiring kit you mentioned will not work because you have combined wiring and not separate. I'll go ahead and list out exactly what you'll need for your '11 Silverado 1500 with the Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # 3154-3 -...
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• Recommended Parts for Flat Towing 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 Behind Motorhome
  To flat tow your vehicle, you'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, a wiring solution so that the truck taillights work in conjunction with those of the tow vehicle, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter. For Blue Ox parts starting with the tow bar, I'd go with the Blue Ox Avail, part # BX7420. This tow bar has a 10K capacity like you were looking for, and features non-binding self aligning arms that make hooking up and detaching very easy. The safety cables...
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