Parts Needed to Flat Tow 1986 Chevy C30 Behind Motorhome

Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 01/25/2026

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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(3491)

$575.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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$1653.55

Roadmaster Accessory Kit for Falcon Tow Bars - Tail Light Wiring - Safety Cables - Lock Set

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Roadmaster Falcon 3HD Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs

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Question:

Hello, I am looking for a base plate towing set up to flat tow my 1986 Chevy C30 crew cab truck. I know I have to disconnect the drive shaft.

asked by: David J

Expert Reply:

Hey David, we have the Roadmaster Direct Connect base plate kit part # RM53GR which is a confirmed fit for your 1986 Chevy C30 and would allow you to use a Roadmaster tow bar.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 3HD, # RM27NQ. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect.

For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers for the tow bar we have the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain kit part # RM-9243-1 which comes with all of that as one part number. The diode kit that comes with this allows you to splice into the taillight wiring so that your RV controls the vehicle taillights and does not require drilling into the taillight housings. 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.