Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2016 Cadillac Escalade
Updated 06/28/2019 | Published 06/27/2019
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Purchased and installed base plate. I have a blue ox alpha 2. Just wondering if that is adequate
asked by: Jon
Expert Reply:
Along with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1716 and the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar # BX7380 there are a couple more parts you need in order to safely flat tow your 2016 Cadillac Escalade.
Since the Alpha comes with safety chains we can check that off the list but you will also need a wiring kit in order to activate your Escalade's brake lights and turn signals. For that the best option is the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267, or you can simply add magnetic tow lights, the Hopkins Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connector - Wireless # C6304 or Peterson Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LED - 4-Way Flat Connector # PE26UR. Since your Escalade's battery needs to be disconnected when you flat tow you will also need the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect # RM-766.
You will need a supplemental braking system in order to activate your Escalade's brakes when you hit your RV's brakes, and for this the best options are the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251, or if your motor home has air brakes the SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes # SM99243.
You may also need a high-low adapter in order to keep your Escalade level, and I've added a link to a help article which shows you how to determine if you need an adapter as well as a link to our selection of adapters.
Additionally, I have added links to instruction manuals, video reviews and installations for you to take a look at.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Completely Hidden
- Blue Ox
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: Best Vehicles to Flat Tow Behind an RV
- Article: We Used 34 RV Tow Bars, and These are the Best for Flat Towing
- Article: Must-Have Flat Towing Components
- Shop: Mud Flaps
- Search Results: roadmaster
- Search Results: class a mud flaps
- Search Results: hitch anti~rattle
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Shop: Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Q&A: Which is Better Roadmaster or Blue Ox Tow Bar
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Q&A: Recommended Flat Tow Setup For 2022 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Using Blue Ox Tow Bar
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Q&A: Do I Need the Furrion Power Adapter part # FR87PR to Install the Furrion Vision S on a 2018 Ram 2500
- Shop: Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Video: Comparing Portable Flat Tow Braking Systems - Curt RVi and Blue Ox Patriot
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Video: Breaking Down the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
on Tow Bar Base Plate
