Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
Updated 03/11/2016 | Published 03/10/2016
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I would like to Dingy tow my 2014, 1500 Silverado behind my motorhome. I would also have a golf cart In the back of the truck. Could you please send me a list of all the parts I would need including wiring kits etc. along with pricing? Thank you,
asked by: Roy P
Expert Reply:
For flat towing your 2014 Chevy Silverado you would need to first start with a base plate kit. For that the Roadmaster kit part # RM-3176-1 has been confirmed as a fit and would work well. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
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 part # RM-422 which has a 10k capacity. 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 II # BRK2016, 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.
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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- Removable Draw Bars
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