Recommended Flat Tow System for 2017 Ram 1500
Updated 11/27/2017 | Published 11/24/2017
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What parts come in the Blue Ox BLU74FR kit. What additional materials will I need to complete installation? Thanks for your help, my previous e-trailer purchase was a perfect fit.
asked by: Jeff L
Expert Reply:
The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BLU74FR comes with the brackets, hardware, safety cables, and removable arms. You will also need locktite # LT37420 for best results. You will need sockets and a torque wrench like # ALL944001 as well.
Then to complete your flat towing system, I recommend the following:
*Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 10,000 lbs # BX7420.
*Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 for tow bar wiring. This will give you a clean look and easy connection at the front of your truck.
*SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251 for your braking system. This only requires adjustment at installation and then is plug and play.
*Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751468 for adjustable pedals with electronic shifter.
*High Low Adapter. I've attached your options as well as an article to assist in choosing the correct fit.
Please let me know if you have further questions, but this combination will be an excellent fit for your complete flat towing system.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
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