2018 GMC Canyon Denali 4X4 Parts Needed to Flat Tow

Updated 04/17/2020 | Published 05/23/2018

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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

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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

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Question:

I am looking to get a 2018 GMC Canyon Denali 4X4 Crew cab long bed and want to make sure it is 4 flat towable. If it is what do I need to make it happen?

asked by: JOSH G

Expert Reply:

I did some check and it looks like only four-wheel drive versions of the 2018 GMC Canyon with a two-speed transfer case that has a Neutral and a 4-low setting can be towed four wheels down.

For a base plate kit you'll then need the Roadmaster kit part # RM-523182-4 which is a confirmed fit and would work well.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

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. You'll need to disconnect the vehicle battery when flat towing as well so for that you'd want the part # RM-766.

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

Jack M.

4/16/2020

part number?2018 GMC Canyon only need kit for vehicle, no cable to motor home

Chris R.

4/17/2020

Can you tell me which particular component you're looking for on the Canyon (base plate, wiring, etc)? Jameson does a pretty good job above of laying out everything that's needed to flat tow your truck.