Recommended Complete Flat Towing System for a 2016-2018 Chevy Silverado 1500
Published 08/29/2018
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I'm looking to purchase a 2016-2018 Silverado 1500 and want to flat tow it behind my motorhome. Can you give me the list of parts you recommend for that?
asked by: Rod
Expert Reply:
For your 2016-2018 Chevy Silverado, lets start your flat towing set-up with base plates. I recommend the Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-3176-3 which is compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. I recommend using the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-676 to give you the wiring connection, safety cables, and even LED lights for visibility. You may want to add a hitch lock like # e98880 to secure your investment and use a cover like # RM-055-3 for storage.
Then for your vehicle wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-152 which will use diodes to protect your vehicle electronics while utilizing the wiring. I also recommend using the Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Supplemental Braking System # RM-766 and the charge line kit for your vehicle battery # RM-156-25 to maintain your battery while towing.
For your supplemental braking system, I recommend the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251. This system only needs adjusting at installation and then becomes plug and play. It is out of sight thus out of mind, but it is also highly reliable and a favorite for our installers. You will also need a stop light switch so your RV monitoring system alerts when your tow vehicle brakes are being applied. If you have adjustable pedals you will use # RM-751463 if you have non-adjustable pedals, then you will use # RM-751488.
The final component you need is a high-low adapter. This is a specific fit for each motorhome and vehicle combination, so you will need to measure for fit. I've attached an article to assist and have also linked the page to your options. I've also attached some videos of these products to help.
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
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- Roadmaster
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