Recommended Flat Towing System Compatible with 2018 Chevy Equinox

Updated 11/21/2017 | Published 11/20/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(5228)

$543.03

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(585)

$1453.01

Blue Ox Alpha Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,500 lbs

(501)

$1034.15

Blue Ox Base Plate, Tow Bar Receiver, and High-Low Adapter Lock Kit - Keyed Alike - Qty 4

(195)

$86.73

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

(3613)

$183.21

12 Volt Outlet Kit, 20 amps

(409)

$46.70

Question:

Is the BlueOx BX1730 baseplate compatible with the BlueOx Alpha Tow bar? Thanks.

asked by: Bill P

Expert Reply:

The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1730 for your 2018 Chevy Equinox is compatible with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380. This will be a nice combination and the tow bar comes with the safety cables needed. I also recommend the Blue Ox baseplate and receiver locks # BX88177 to deter theft and give you peace of mind.

In case you don't have all the other parts you need, I have the following recommendations:

For your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will utilize your factory wiring while protecting your vehicle electronics. It will also give you a clean connection on the front of your vehicle.

For your braking system, I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR which will connect wirelessly to your controller in your motorhome. This unit will connect to your brake pedal and will use a 12V power supply # RM-9332.

The last thing you need is a high low adapter. To determine fit, I've attached an article and have also linked the page to your options for your convenience.