Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2023 Ford F-150 with Blue Ox Tow Bar

Published 06/07/2023

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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$609.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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$1449.95

Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs

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

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Question:

Hi, I want to flat tow a 2023 F150 Limited Hybrid behind a 2017 Entegra Cornerstone. I have a 10K Blue Ox tow bar but nothing else. Can you advise what items I will need to complete the tow connection. Base Plate #, Electrical Connections, Break Away, Light Connections for the F150 etc? I know I also need a brake controller and have been leaning towards the RVI3 system but would take recommendations as well. Thank you in advance

asked by: Sonny

Expert Reply:

Since you have a 10k Blue Ox tow bar like the # BX7420 you would need a Blue Ox base plate kit with the part # BLU33FR which is confirmed as a fit for your 2023 Ford F-150.

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.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles. This has a breakaway system built into it.

expert reply by: Jameson C