Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
Updated 07/11/2021 | Published 07/10/2021
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I will using a Freightlner M2 chassis 2021 that has the air brakes line run to tow bar what parts do need to tow a 2006 2500hd Duramax crew cap. Renegade Verona has 20000 lb. Tow capacity.
asked by: Archie D
Expert Reply:
The first thing you need to flat tow your 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD is a base plate kit like the part # BX1660 which is easy to use and will allow you to use the Blue Ox Avail tow bar part # BX7420 which has the capacity needed for your heavier truck is also very easy to use and allows the towed vehicle to track well behind the tow vehicle.
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.
Since your tow vehicle has air brakes you could then use the Demco SBS Air Force One part # SM99243 which ties into the air brake system to provide proportional braking to your towed vehicle.
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.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
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