Flat Tow Setup For 2010 Honda CRV
Updated 02/23/2022 | Published 02/22/2022
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I have a Honda CR-V 2010, I want to tow it with a Motorhome. What do I need? Base plate, tow bar? too many to chose from. what can you recommend?
asked by: Leo P
Expert Reply:
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There are five major components to complete a flat-tow setup. You need a baseplate, tow bar/safety cables, braking system and high-low adapter.
First I recommend the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # e98956.
Next the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs # BX7380. This model comes with safety cables.
Now lets go with the Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39494. This will keep you safe and legal.
To connect your electrical system I recommend the Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Wire to 6-Wire Straight Cord # RM-152-98146-7. This will sync up your light functions between vehicles.
Last your probably going to need a Hi-Lo adapter. These keep your tow vehicle in line or level with your motorhome. If they are not level this will cause extra stress on the suspension systems and will eventually damage them.
To find out what size of drop you need park the vehicles in line on a flat surface. Measure from the ground up to the center of the hitch receiver opening on the motorhome. Next measure from the ground up to the center of the base plate arm/connector. These two measurements need to be within 3 inches of each other.
If they are not you will use an adapter like the Curt High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 4" Rise/Drop - 8" Long # C59KR.
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Blue Ox Alpha Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount
- Telescoping - Non-Binding
- Steel
- 8500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Cables Included
- Blue Ox
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