Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2009 Wrangler Using a Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar
Updated 07/25/2017 | Published 07/21/2017
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How about a set up for a 09 Jeep Rubicon 2 door?
asked by: Kevin
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It sounds like you have a Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 that came with your Class A motorhome. The Falcon 2 is rated up to 6,000 pounds so you'll want to make sure your Ram doesn't exceed that. Depending on how its equipped it very well may.
Also, make sure your RV is rated high enough to tow the Ram.
What you need on your 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 is a base plate kit that will connect to the tow bar. If your truck is a MegaCab # 277-1A will work for you and if you the truck isn't a MegaCab use # 280-5. Both will work great with the Falcon 2.
I recommend using the Blue Ox Safety Cables # BX88197.
To flat tow the truck you'll also need wiring for the lights, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter.
To power the Ram's lights I suggest the diode kit # RM-15267. This will use the vehicle's tail lights by connecting to the RV's and includes the cord to go between the two.
For a supplemental braking system the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 is a favorite around here because of how reliable it is and it's easier to install than many other permanently installed systems. You'll also need the Brake-Lite Relay # RM-88400 to keep the truck's lights from overriding the RV's.
Finally, you'll likely need a high-low adapter. I've attached an article to help you determine the correct rise or drop your setup requires. I've also linked our selection of adapters for you to look at once you know what you need.
In addition to my recommendations I've linked some articles on flat towing that you may find helpful.
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount
- Telescoping - Binding
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Cables Not Included
- Roadmaster
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Kevin
7/21/2017
How about a set up for a 09 Jeep Rubicon 2 door?