Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2016 GMC Canyon Diesel

Updated 10/08/2015 | Published 10/07/2015

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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$575.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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$1660.78

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

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$161.90

Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs

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Question:

Hi, Im picking up my 2016 GMC canyon Duramax diesel soon Have you had the opportunity to see of the current GMC canyon roadmaster base plate fits the Duramax model? Thank you

asked by: Mike Y

Helpful Expert Reply:

I checked with Roadmaster and their base plate kit part # RM-523182-4 will work with the Duramax diesel engine as long as you do not have the adaptive cruise control.

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 ground.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.