Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2020 Chevy Suburban Premier
Published 11/12/2023
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Hey I’m looking into getting the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms RM-523195-5 for a 2020 premier suburban. It doesn’t have the tow hock cut outs in the bumper but it does have plastic plates over where they would come out. Will this plate kit work for this vehicle?
asked by: James M
Expert Reply:
The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item # RM-523195-5 you referenced only fits the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban's with the Z71 package. Since yours is the Premier model you'll want the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item # RM-523179-5 instead. You'll have to cut some holes in the fascia to get the mounting point for the arms to stick through. I have linked the installation instructions below so you can see this step along with an installation video.
Here are some other parts you will need to flat tow your 2020 Chevy Suburban Premier:
Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar item # RM-576 and item # RM-674
Battery Disconnect - Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch item # RM-766
Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267
Supplemental Braking System - SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System item # SM99251 or item # SM99243 if your motorhome has air brakes
Brake Light Switch for Installed Braking Systems - Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit item # RM-751463
High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If you measure the height of the inside top of the hitch receiver tube on your RV, and the height difference is more than 3 inches above/below the base plate tab height, you'll need a high/low adapter. I have linked a FAQ article that explains all this in more detail along with our selection of adapters.
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Partially Hidden
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