Base Plate Kit and Flat Tow 2018 Ford Edge Sport with Adaptive Cruise Control & Shutters  

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Yes, the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit with removable arms, # BX2673 is a confirmed fit for the 2018 Ford Edge Sport equipped with adaptive cruise control and shutters, but not the 2.0L EcoBoost.

To flat tow your 2018 Ford Edge Sport in addition to the base plate kit # BX2673, you will need some wiring items. I suggest the Blue Ox Tow Bar Wiring Kit with 4 Diodes, # BX8848. This connects your RV's tail, brake and turn signal lights to Ford Edge lighting system. The diodes prevent electrical feedback and the damage it can cause to your car's electrical components, detailed instructions included but we also have an installation video created; please note the attached link. You will also want the Blue Ox 6-Pole, Round Pin, Trailer Wiring Socket, # BX294-0902 as well to go along with this kit. This provides you the connection on the front of your vehicle. and lastly, for wiring, the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-156-25. This kit provides for up to 15 amps from your RV's battery to be used to maintain the charge of your Ford Edge battery while in tow.

If you do not already have a compatible tow bar, I suggest the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar, # BX7380. This is a non-binding, durable steel tow bar that makes hookup very easy even on unlevel ground. It has a unique swivel feature and self-aligning arms that automatically center and lock in place. This tow bar also includes the needed safety cables when flat towing a vehicle.

I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR for your braking needs. This is a proportional braking system that will give you full-power emergency braking or slow-to-an-idle action with the same system. The brakes are activated at the same time and with the same intensity in your Ford Edge as they are in the RV. The brake system mounts easily in towed vehicle plugging into a 12V power port. The actuator is positioned on the floor in front of the driver's seat and a bracket clamps around the brake pedal. This system includes a breakaway device.

expert reply by: Michael R

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