Does Flat Towing a 2018 Ford F-150 Require a Charge Line From Motorhome
Updated 07/26/2019 | Published 07/25/2019
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I read all you have to say on flat towing a F150. In the tow mode and the key tuned back as far as it will go in natural , will I need a charge line from the MH to the battery in the truck ? Or will all the systems be off ? Thank
asked by: Tim S
Expert Reply:
While it is not absolutely required to use the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-156-25 when flat towing your 2018 Ford F-150, if you plan on towing for extended periods of time, it is a good idea in order to keep your battery from draining. If your motor home does not have a charge line you will also need the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Motorhomes # RM-156-75.
The other recommended parts to flat tow your 2018 Ford F-150 are:
- Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM56MV
- Tow Bar: Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511013
- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
- Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400
- Supplemental Braking System: SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251
OR
- If your motor home has air brakes: SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes # SM99243
I have added links to video reviews and installs for you to check out as well.
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