Roadmaster Base Plate Kit Recommendation for 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited

Updated 08/17/2020 | Published 08/14/2020

Products Featured in This Question

Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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$575.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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$1489.90

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

(3190)

$175.28

Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

(402)

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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Question:

I have a 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited. I also have a Falcon 2 tow bar that came with my used motorhome. Which baseplate should I order from the above part numbers? I want a direct connect set up. Thanks very much for your help.

asked by: Toby D

Helpful Expert Reply:

There are two Roadmaster base plate kits that fit your 2017 Ram 1500 but the easier to use option is the Roadmaster Direct Connect kit part # RM-52289-5 since it doesn't require the use of the crossbar of your Falcon 2 Tow Bar part # RM-520. I attached an install video for this kit for you to check out as well.

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.