Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2017 Chevy Equinox Behind and RV with Stowmaster Tow Bar  

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Yes, you can use your Stowmaster tow bar with Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # RM-523184-4 for your 2017 Chevy Equinox. In addition to the base plates and the tow bar you will also need safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking.

For safety cables I recommend # RM-643 because the coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can use Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. It looks like you will need to pull fuses to flat tow the Equinox (consult vehicle owner's manual to confirm). To make this process as easy as flipping a switch I recommend Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse Item # RM76511.

You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level. I have linked a help article showing how to measure and a link to the high/low adapters we carry.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply 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.

If your vehicle's brake lights do not illuminate when the vehicle is off or if the ignition is in the "tow" position then you will also need stop light switch kit # RM-751439.

Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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