Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Ford F-150 FX2

Updated 03/11/2024 | Published 01/31/2016

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(2110)

$575.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(368)

$1602.80

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

(3104)

$156.17

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(3257)

$575.00

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

(645)

$67.75

Question:

What all is required to convert the above truck to being flat towable or Dinghy towable behind a motorhome? Does it need a driveline disconnect? I am about to embark on full-tme RV living in a 40ft diesel pusher and want to know if it is worth it to convert this vehicle which I love! or sell it and buy a more cost effective toad. I need a ballpark figure to convert it to 4-down towable.

asked by: Joe P

Expert Reply:

I did some checking and it looks like your 2013 Ford F-150 FX2 (which means 2 wheel drive) with an Ecoboost engine would need to have a lube pump installed for it to be flat-towed with 4 wheels on the ground. We don't carry lube pumps, but we do carry everything else you would need.

For a base plate kit you would need the part # RM-524431-5 which has been confirmed as a 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 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.