Recommended Complete Flat Towing Setup for a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban

Updated 09/06/2023 | Published 09/05/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(4617)

$544.29

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

(3190)

$175.28

Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plate - Non-Binding - LEDs - RV Mount - 8K

(793)

$1545.00

Roadmaster BrakeMaster for RVs w/ Air or Air-Over-Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

(142)

$1010.00

Question:

I am looking for a basic set up for flat towing a 1999 chevrolet suburban with my class A motorhome.

asked by: Alan S

Helpful Expert Reply:

I'm assuming you have a 1500, so going forward you're going to need a set of base plates, a set of tow bars, a braking system, and a wiring harness.

So, for a set of base plates I recommend going with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1682. These are going to be easy to use and will work with the majority of tow bars on the market.

Speaking of which, for a set of tow bars I recommend going with the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # RM-677.

These tow bars have an 8,000 lb capacity, an integrated LED light for low level hook up, and also includes a 7-way to 6-way cable.

The last couple of things you're going to need are a braking system for the obvious, to stop your vehicle and a wiring harness.

For a braking system, I recommend checking out the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes # RM-9160. This braking system is relatively affordable, is American made, and will deliver synchronized reliable braking.

Finally for a wiring harness you can use the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This is going to include a 27' 4 wire cable, a 8' coiled power cord, a vehicle mounting bracket, and 4 Hy-Power diodes.