Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500

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Question:

I would like to flat tow my 09 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 behind my 03 Fleetwood Discovery 39J. What base plate, tow bar, and brake kit would you recommend? I plan to install myself if possible. Thanks in advance.

asked by: Kevin S

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The best base plate kit for your 2009 Sierra 1500 is going to be the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item # 3154-3. This kit is custom fit and built specifically for the Sierra 1500's. The removable arms will keep your front end as close to a factory look as possible.

With this base plate you will be able to use the Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 Tow Bar item # RM-422 and Safety Chains item # RM-653. This tow bar is compatible with the base plate kit recommended above and has enough weight capacity to handle your Sierra. It is made in the USA and has a non-binding design allowing you to release your truck on uneven ground.

For a braking kit you will want the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency item # BLU37TR. This is a portable system that is easily removed when you arrive at your destination. It does not require a permanent install. The Patriot works with Sierra's that have or do not have the adjustable pedals.

You are also going to need a wiring harness. This is what allows you to use your Sierra's tail lights and wiring system while preventing feedback from your Fleetwood Discovery. I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267.

I have linked several installation videos below along with the instructions so you can get an idea of what the installation process is going to be.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

Hey Todd! I looked through the parts you ordered and you're pretty much set. The etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit #e98959 will fit as long as you have the 4WD model. Since you're getting the etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar #e94ZR you probably…

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Answer 2

Yes, to flat tow your 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 you'll need the following components: Baseplate: etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit #e98959. Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar #e94ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables bracketed to the…

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Answer 3

Hey there Jeff, thanks for the question and I can definitely get you all the parts needed to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 behind your motorhome. I'll go ahead and list everything out for you to make it easy to order. - Base Plate Kit:…

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That is not a problem. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System #TM89FR can be set up for different configurations and will monitor the different tires with different pressures at the same time.

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Answer 5

To convert your Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar #RM-501 to a set of motorhome mounted Roadmaster tow bars you will need the Crossbar #RM-067. This will allow you to use tow bars like the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain #RM-522 or our best selling…

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Answer 6

Hello Willy, thanks for reaching out. If what you have on your truck is a 6-pin round plug like part ##PK12720 (pictured below), you can use the adapter part #PK12717. This will plug in the 6-pin round plug and allow you to hook up the 4-flat plug on…

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Answer 7

Hi Tim; yes, the Curt RVi Series Shadow 2 Flat Tow Brake System #RVI94FR is compatible with your 2025 Jeep Gladiator. Let me know if you need any help with the rest of your setup. Any big trips coming up with your motorhome?

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