Base Plate and Flat Towing Setup Recommendation for 2013 Chevy Equinox  

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The best base plate kit option we have for your 2013 Chevy Equinox and what you are looking for is the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX1689 which has been confirmed as a fit. It has the simplest install and we had the chance to install this base plate kit so we have an install video that you can use as a guide which I attached below. The vehicle is a 2013 Chevy Equinox just like what you have too.

The tow bar part # BX7380 would be the tow bar you would want too. This tow bar is the easiest to setup and use due to it's non-binding arms and pivoting lugs which allow the connection to easily be made to your vehicle without requiring absolutely perfect level ground etc.

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.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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