Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Ram 3500 With 4-Wheel Drive

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I have a 2018 Ram 3500 srw 4x4 with the Aisin transmission. My owners manual indicates that flat towing is possible. Are there any restrictions associated with the Aisin transmission that would preclude me from flat towing the truck?

asked by: Steve

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There are no restrictions that we are aware of (though it is always recommended to check with the dealer), and this transmission has been used in Ram vehicles for many years. The owner's manual simply states that 4-wheel drive models of 2018 Ram 3500 can be flat towed, both automatic and manual transmissions. As long as you follow the steps required in the owner's manual you will be able to flat tow your 2018 Ram 3500 4x4. In order to do so, here are the parts you will need:

- Base Plate Kit: Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518134
- Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e94ZR
- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
- Supplemental Braking System: Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251
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- For a motorhome with air brakes: Demco SBS Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motorhomes with Air Brakes # SM99243

The Demco Classic Base Plates give your car a clean look, and the etrailer tow bar is the best option because it has long arms which make it easier to maneuver when towing, along with integrated safety cables and an adjustable tilting head so a high-low adapter won't be needed. Having these features on a tow bar means you won't have to purchase them separately, saving you additional expenses.

I really like the Flexo-Coil wiring kit because it is designed to prevent any type of electrical feedback, keeping your Ram's electrical system safe. As for the braking systems, both the Stay-IN-Play DUO as well as the Air Force One are strongly recommended because they are a one-time install which will never require any type of removal or reactivation, and because they give you braking proportional to that of your motorhome. This results in much smoother braking than most systems.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

From my research I found the 2015 Ram 3500 would weigh somewhere in the neighborhood of 7,000 lbs, depending on the features, so your Ram should have no problem being towed behind your motorhome. The #DM9518134 is designed for the 2500 and 3500 Ram…

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Answer 2

When base plate kits are manufactured for a vehicle they don't give a specific weight rating for it but they do make them strong enough to tow the weight of the vehicle being flat towed. The part #DM9518134 is rated for the weight of your 2009…

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Answer 3

Thank you for all of the information! To flat tow your 2017 Ram 3500 you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. Since your motorhome has air brakes I…

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Answer 4

There are enough differences between the 2018 Ram 1500 and 3500 models that the same base plate kit will not fit both trucks. You will need a new base plate kit that is custom designed for your Ram 3500. The Demco Classic Base Plate Kit #DM9518134…

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Answer 5

Since you have such a heavy pickup I recommend using the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit #DM9518134 with the Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar #DM9511013 which is rated for up to 10,500 lbs. I spoke with my contact at Demco who said that the…

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Answer 6

The Demco Dominator, #DM9511008, has a capacity of 8,000 pounds which is plenty for the 4500-5500 lb weight of a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500. For a base plate, use #DM9518134. You'd also need a lighting solution so the lights on the truck operate in…

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Answer 7

The correct base plate kit for your 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited to use with the Demco Excali-bar Tow Bar 9511006 is the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit part #DM9519292 which is a custom fit so minimal modifications are required. The arms on the base…

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Answer 8

To flat tow your Ram 2500, you'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, a wiring solution, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter. I really like the equipment offered by Roadmaster, the quality and ease of use are…

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Answer 9

The color difference between the wheel covers really comes down to personal preference. White might show dirt a little more but black MIGHT create more heat when in the sun. I doubt either would make a significant difference over the other though.…

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Answer 10

For a dark gray wheel cover for your tire diameter that is 41 inches we have the Classic Accessories Covers part #CA80087. Then for black we have the part #290-3977.

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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