Complete Flat Tow Setup For 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie

Question

Question:

What set up would you suggest i use to flat tow my 2023 Dodge ram Laramie 1500

asked by: Robin K

0

Expert Reply:

Hey Robin! Are you looking for a complete flat tow setup, or do you already have some parts of the system?

For baseplates and tow bar, I'd go with Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-522203-5 and the Roadmaster Nighthawk # RM-676 you were looking at. These work seamlessly together, and are among the more popular and more reliable setups out there.

In order to get the electrical signals for lights and brakes to your towed vehicle, you'll need Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit # RM-154.

Most states require supplemental braking systems when flat towing, so I'd recommend adding the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional # BLU37TR. You'll also want a charge line kit # RM-156-25 to keep the tow vehicle's battery charged while flat towing.

This should be everything to get your Ram 1500 ready for flat towing behind an RV! Let me know what you think, or if you have any questions at all! Happy to help :)

expert reply by: Andrew N

0

Robin K.

10/28/2025

Andrew I would prefer to use a more heavy duty Blue Ox unit in place of the Roadmaster can you suggest which model suits .

Andrew N.

10/29/2025

@RobinK You can certainly use a heavier duty tow bar, especially helpful so you have a bit more headroom for the weight of the truck. I'd look into the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs # BX7420 which is easily one of the best ones on the market. To work with the baseplates linked above, you'll also need adapter # BX88185. Let me know what you think Robin.

Helpful Links

tv-review-blue-ox-avail-non-binding-tow-bar-bx7420.aspx

Robin K.

10/30/2025

@AndrewN Thank you

Andrew N.

10/30/2025

@RobinK You're welcome Robin! Here for any other help you may need.

Robin K.

11/5/2025

Andrew Just to be clear I want to make sure I have the best not necessarily the cheapest flat tow kit setup for my 2023 1500 Dodge Laramie, so I intend to use the following products Roadmaster base plate kit - RM-522203-5 Blue Ox Portable flat tow Brake System - BLU37TR along with RM-751000 brake switch adapter. Blue Ox BX7420 Tow Bar with Blue Ox BX88185 Adapter. Roadmaster RM-154 Universal wiring kit Is that all I need to complete the installation and ease of installation and time and ease to hook up and unhook is also a major factor. Your suggestions appreciated. Thanks

Andrew N.

11/6/2025

@RobinK Hey Robin! I understand what you're wanting, and those are among the best and most reliable parts to get your 2023 1500 Ram Laramie ready for flat towing. That said, you technically don't need the Roadmaster Universal Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751000 I'm now realizing. Sorry for not thinking about that earlier. Basically that Blue Ox Portable brake system works in a way that doesn't require that light switch kit, so that will save you a bit of installation time and money! One other thing I'd add is a charge line kit to keep the battery topped off while flat towing # RM-156-25. Blue Ox has a very strong reputation for being top notch when it comes to quality and ease of use, so you're doing good going with that braking system and premium tow bar.

Robin K.

11/6/2025

@AndrewN Thanks for your prompt reply to Andrew So does the Blue Ox portable brake system turn on the brake lights of the Ram when the brakes on the RV are applied.

Andrew N.

11/7/2025

@RobinK You're welcome. And yes, even if your Blue Ox Patriot isn’t actively pressing the pedal, your Ram’s brake lights will still come on whenever the RV’s do. That’s exactly what the Roadmaster 4-Diode Wiring Kit handles - it ties your truck’s tail and brake lights to the RV’s signal line through those one-way diodes, so the two stay perfectly in sync. When the Patriot DOES push down on the truck's brake pedal, it’ll also activate the truck’s brake switch the normal way - so in either case, you’ll have working brake lights behind the RV.

See All (13) Replies to Robin K. ∨

Answer 1

As the Curt C17342 weight distribution system was discontinued at the end of 2016, there will be no more direct replacement parts available for it, unfortunately. However, The bars that fit the Curt replacement head #C17507 will be a 1-5/16"…

view full answer...

Answer 2

I checked and found the manual for the Lippert Electric Trailer Jack #LC285318 and there was no mention of anything going in the hole beforehand to tighten them. I added a cut out of the manual for you which shows the parts for this jack, and it does…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Hey Steve, thanks for reaching out! The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM87NQ fits your 2025 Ford Maverick as long as it's the Hybrid model that doesn't have the engine block heater. It doesn't come with the 6-Pin connector,…

view full answer...

Answer 4

Hey Don, congrats on the new truck and thanks for all of the information! I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - item #RM87NQ. Roadmaster's baseplate kits and wiring set the standards for flat towing as far as quality and…

view full answer...

Answer 5

Hello Dan, thanks for reaching out. We can definitely provide the full flat tow system for your 2026 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid. Here is what I recommend: - Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #DM38CV - etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Hey Alan! The Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM77YV won't have any issues working with the Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar #RM-676. You will also need an adapter #DM9523062 to make the two compatible. For the rest of the parts I recommend…

view full answer...

Answer 7

Hey Christian, welcome to the world of RV-ing! So in addition to the Roadmaster Nighthawk #RM-676 you're also goin to need: - A baseplate kit, like the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521453-5. These attach to the Jeep itself so you…

view full answer...

Answer 8

I sure can Galen, and thanks for the information. Since your Tiffin motorhome has the air line connection you'll need the Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for 2020 and Newer Tiffin Chassis RVs w/Factory Air Brakes item #DM55MV. This…

view full answer...

Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

view full answer...

Answer 10

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

view full answer...

Answer 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

view full answer...

Complete Flat Tow Setup For 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie

Products Featured in This Question

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Instructions

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching