Base Plates for 2011 Honda Odyssey

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Thanks for the answer but it doesn't get to the heart of my question. I haven't purchased a towbar yet so my question is, betwee, the Roadmaster or Blue Ox baseplate options, which is easiest for me to install?

asked by: Bob C

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For your 2011 Honda Odyssey, there are mixed reviews as to flat towing ability. Honda says it is not towable, but many people are towing it, so you will be operating outside of the manufacturer's warranty.

If you don't have the touring model with transmission cooler, the Roadmaster # 1564-1 is a fit. If you don't have the touring model, then the # 1564-3 is a fit. If you are using a Roadmaster tow bar, I recommend one of these tow options.

If you are using a Blue Ox tow bar, then # BX2255 will work with all trim packages and styles.

If you want more components for your towing system, let me know and I'd be happy to give you the wiring, braking system, tow bar, and adapters needed as well. Let me know if you'd like help.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Bob

1/22/2018

Thanks for the answer but it doesn't get to the heart of my question. I haven't purchased a towbar yet so my question is, betwee, the Roadmaster or Blue Ox baseplate options, which is easiest for me to install?

Jason S.

1/22/2018

For ease of installation, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2255. Since you will also need a tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380 which comes with the necessary safety cables. I also suggest the Blue Ox Base-Plate and Receiver Lock Kit # BX88177 to give you further security and matching locks for your hitch, adapter, and baseplates. For your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This wiring kit gives you a clean connection on the front of your van and will utilize the factory wiring of your van while protecting your factory electrical system. It will give you a clean look. For your braking system, I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This product is easy to install and gives you the reliability you will desire. It requires only adjusting at installation and then becomes a simple plug and play system. The # RM-88400 relay is also required to prevent the towed vehicle's brake signal from overriding the turn signal from the RV when applying the brakes during a turn. The last thing you need is the high-low adapter. I've attached a link to all your options as well as an article to help you determine the correct fit based on your specific motorhome for your 2011 Honda Odyssey. Let me know if you have further questions.

Answer 1

You're correct that the Roadmaster Invisibrake #RM-8700 is not a true proportional supplemental braking system; it's considered a "progressive" system, meaning that when braking is called for, InvisiBrake immediately engages the…

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Answer 2

Hey there Jeff, thanks for the question and I can definitely get you all the parts needed to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 behind your motorhome. I'll go ahead and list everything out for you to make it easy to order. - Base Plate Kit:…

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Answer 3

The first thing you need to flat tow your 2013 Honda Odyssey is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster Direct Connect kit part #1564-3 which is the easiest to use and a confirmed fit for your vehicle. In addition to the base plates, you will also need…

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Answer 4

The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #BX2255 is the correct fit for your 2012 Honda Odyssey. The different options as you referenced is for different manufacturers where they either don't have a part available that is compatible or have a…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 11

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 12

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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