Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Ram 1500

Published 08/16/2018

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Blue Ox Acclaim Non-Binding Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - Car Mount - 5,000 lbs

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Blue Ox Alpha Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,000 lbs

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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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Question:

I want to flat tow my 2018 Dodge regular cab pick up. What equipment will I need?

asked by: Donald C

Expert Reply:

To flat tow your 2018 Ram 1500 you'll need a base plate kit installed first. For that you'll want the # BLU74FR for if you have a Big Horn, Laramie, or Rebel. If you have a Sport or Express instead you'd want the part # BX2409.

You'll need a higher capacity tow bar too for your truck like the Blue Ox Alpha part # BX7380 which has a 6,500 lb capacity and would work well. This comes with safety cables too.

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.