Recommended Parts To Flat Tow A 2014 Chevrolet Express Explorer Van  

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After looking at the owner's manual for your 2014 Chevy Express Explorer and the 2WD version can be flat towed if you add a lube pump to the transmission. While we do not have have the lube pumps, we do have all of the other parts needed to flat tow your Express Explorer. Note if you have the AWD model, the only option to tow your van is with a trailer and all 4 wheels off of the ground.

Starting with a baseplate I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1719 which is confirmed to fit the 1500, 2500, and 3500 versions.

For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar # BX7420 which has a 10000lb weight rating which is plenty for your van, and includes the required safety cables keeping you from having to purchase them separately.

Moving on to wiring I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which adds a 6-way connector to the front of your vehicle, and allows the included 7-way to 6-way cord to plug into the rear of your tow vehicle to power your vehicles lights.

Lastly most states require a supplemental braking system for vehicles being flat towed, and overall it is a good idea have as it is a great safety measure and helps to prolong the life of the brakes of your motorhome. I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR due to it being easy to install and it being completely removed when you are done flat towing which means it can be used in multiple vehicles if needed.

You will also more than likely need a high-low adapter to level the tow bar to your vehicle, so I included a link to a helpful article that will walk you through how to measure for the correct adapter, and a link to all of our high-low adapters for you to take a look at.

I included videos to each of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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