Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2019 Ram 1500 Longhorn 4x4

Updated 08/29/2022 | Published 08/28/2022

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(5139)

$414.19

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(5139)

$565.36

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(5139)

$568.01

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

(3542)

$186.31

Roadmaster 80" Coiled Safety Cables - Double Hook - 10,000 lbs - Qty 2

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$130.33

Question:

I have a Blue Ox Aventa LX BX7445 tow bar. I have recently purchased a Ram 1500 Longhorn pickup and would like to flat tow it behind our 2004 Mountain Aire Diesel Pusher. We are trading in our 2007 jeep rubicon for the pickup. Can I move the tow plate from the jeep to the pickup? If not, what parts will I need for the pickup-Mounting plate, wiring kit, brake kit, etc. ? Thank you for your help.

asked by: Clifford F

Expert Reply:

The baseplate for your Jeep will not fit your 2019 Ram 1500 so you'll need a new base plate. Since there are a few options with the Longhorn model I have a few options below based on the body/bumper:

Classic body plastic bumper # BX2409
Classic body metal # BLU74FR
New body # BLU99FR

These baseplates are compatible with your Blue Ox Aventa LX tow bar so that you don't have to purchase any additional adapters.

To transfer your motorhome's braking and turn signals through the tail lights of your Ram I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267.

For the braking system I recommend the Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39524. This system comes with a remote that alerts you when the brakes are applied in your Ram and will allow you to change the braking settings on the go. The included charge line kit will keep your Ram's battery charged while you tow.

For safety cables I recommend the Roadmaster 80" Coiled Safety Cables # RM-653.