Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2014 Honda CR-V Behind Motorhome

Updated 06/18/2019 | Published 06/17/2019

Products Featured in This Question

Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs

(769)

$858.72

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(422)

$1472.19

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(4700)

$535.40

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

(3249)

$189.08

Question:

What parts would be recommended for the towing

asked by: Mike E

Expert Reply:

The Blue Ox Avail tow bar part # BX7420 that you referenced is a really great tow bar to start with for a flat towing setup for your 2014 Honda CR-V. This is one of the easiest to use tow bars out there and it's very well-made so it will last a long time as well. It also comes with safety cables.

You'll need a base plate kit installed on your vehicle as well which for that you'd want the Blue Ox kit part # BX2258 which is custom fit for your CR-V.

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.