Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2018 Ram 1500 Big Horn
Published 03/02/2023
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HI, I have a 3023 Thor ACE 29D and a 2018 Dodge Ram Big Horn 1500. I want to flat tow the Ram. Can someone send me everything I would need to accomplish this? Its very confusing combing through all the products you have available. I need base plate, tow bar, lighting, brake kit and brake controller for the RV and whatever else is needed. Thank you,
asked by: Paul D
Expert Reply:
To flat tow your 2018 Ram 1500 you'll need the following components:
Baseplate: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-52289-5.
Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar - 6K # e74ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables and has some adjustability in the head and shank to help keep it level between the Ram and motorhome. I recommend weighing your Ram at your local weigh station to get an exact weight and ensure the 6K capacity will be enough for the weight of your Ram. If not, you'll want to go with the 10.5K # e84ZR.
Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This wiring kit will come with everything you need to properly display your motorhome's light signals through the tail lights on your Ram.
Braking System: Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251. This system is a one-time installation that will give you proportional braking. The nice thing about this system is that the controller can be mounted in the engine bay instead of inside of the cab, taking up precious space.
Since the brake light switch wire is unusable in your Ram you'll also need to install a stop light switch kit like # RM-751000 for the indicator light to connect to.
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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