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• Recommended Baseplate For A 2021 Chevy Equinox With Active Lower Air Shutters
  Hi Dean, The Curt Custom Base Plate Kit # C28FR is the only baseplate we have listed as confirmed fit for models with Lower Active Air Shutters. This baseplate is compatible with both Curt and Blue Ox tow bars. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations: Tow Bar: Curt Rambler Non-Binding Tow Bar # C26FR Tow Bar Wiring Kit: For L, LS, LT models you'll want the Roadmaster Diode Wiring Kit # RM-15267. For Premier models you'll...
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• Recommended Complete Flat Towing Setup for a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox With Active Shutters
  Unfortunately, those shutters are going to be a bit of an issue no matter what you choose ultimately. I recommend going with the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98965 paired with the Adapter for Blue Ox Tow Bar to etrailer Tabless Base Plates # e98986. This is going to require you to remove the shutters unfortunately, but the alternative is no base plate kitsince none work with the shutters. Along with that base plate kit and adapter, you're going to need a wiring harness # RO94FR...
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• Can a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox with 2.0L Gas Engine Be Flat-Towed
  According to the owner's manual (page 355) for your 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, all models with the 2.0L gas engine can be flat-towed with four wheels down. Therefore, it does appear you are getting incorrect information from the dealer. I have attached a list of the best parts to use to flat-tow the above vehicle along with some install videos for you as well. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-523193-5 Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar part # RM-676 SMI...
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• How Much Time Would It Take To Install a Roadmaster Base Plate and InvisiBrake On a 2020 Equinox LS?
  Roadmaster gives an estimate of 3 hours for their Base Plate # RM-523193-5 on your 2020 Chevrolet Equinox LS. Do understand that this time from is for an experienced technician. If you are installing this yourself Bill, I would double that time for an average DIY enthusiast. The Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System # RM-8700 is going to be a 2 hour install time for an experienced technician. Again that would be about double for a DIY enthusiast installing it themselves. Do note...
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• Parts Needed To Flat-Tow a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox with 2.0 Turbo
  Yes, the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-523193-5 is a fit for your 2019 Chevrolet Equinox with the 2.0L turbo engine. I checked with Roadmaster to confirm this for you as well. Also, you do not have hydroboost power assist brakes so no need to worry about that for the InvisiBrake. In order to complete your flat-towing setup you will also need a tow bar, safety cables, tail light wiring harness, supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. There may also...
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• Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Chevy Equinox
  For flat towing your 2018 Chevy Equinox we do have the parts you need to flat tow it. For a base plate kit you'd need to start with the Blue OX part # BX1730 which is a confirmed fit. This would work great with the Blue Ox Tow Bar part # BX7380 that you also mentioned. This is one of the nicest tow bars available so it would be a great choice. The SMI DUO part # SM99251 would then be a great choice as well for supplemental braking. This is a favorite with our installers because of how...
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• Does 2019 Chevy Equinox Need Charge Cable to Flat Tow With Roadmaster InvisiBrake
  The Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 does not have any type of converter, and though we are not familiar with semi truck wiring, I would assume you would still need to use it. The InvisiBrake will also not keep your battery charged so it is recommended you follow Chevy's instructions in regards to a charge cable. The rest of the parts you'll need to flat tow your 2019 Chevy Equinox are: - Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2018 Chevy Equinox
  Hey Eric, To flat tow your 2018 Chevy Equinox you're going to need the following equipment: Baseplate: etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98965. Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables bracketed to the arms so you won't have to purchase them separately or worry about them dragging on the ground. The shank has a built in rise/drop but you still might need an adapter to keep the tow bar level between the motorhome and Equinox. I've attached...
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• All Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2023 Chevy Equinox
  We can definitely get your 2023 Chevy Equinox set up to be flat towed, and there are a number of parts you will need, so I'll go ahead and list them out for you like you wanted to make it easy to order: - Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523193-5 - Tow Bar: Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676 - Wiring Kit - LED Tail Lights: Roadmaster Universal Wiring Kit with Smart Diodes # RO44FR OR - Wiring Kit - Incandescent Tail Lights: Roadmaster...
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• Best Flat-Tow Package for a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox
  Yes, the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox can be flat towed. The 1.5L turbocharged FWD, the 1.6L diesel, and the 2.0L engine models can all be flat towed. I suggest the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit, # e98965 etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar, # e34ZR SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System, # SM99251 Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit, # RM-15267 Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit, # RM-751489 The etrailer Base Plate Kit, # e98965 matched with the etrailer Tow...
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• Finding The Brake Controller Input Wire On a 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox
  I found the installation video that we did on our 2019 Chevrolet Equinox but I have not been able to locate the video you mentioned with the 2018 Equinox. Our video we did was on a Equinox that came with the factory 7-way wiring and that may be why you do not see the same wiring. I recommend installing a Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751489 to give you your brake signal on your brake controller. This will ensure that you get enough power to the brake controller and do not risk...
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• Can A Roadmaster Baseplate Be Installed On A 2023 Chevy Equinox RS With Lower Active Air Shutters
  You can still get the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523193-5 to fit, but you'll have to trim or even remove some of the air shutters in order for it to fit. Since that's quite a bit of modification Roadmaster just lists the fit as incompatible and therefore most shops will want to avoid installing the baseplate to avoid any liability. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations: Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding...
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• Compatibility of Curt C28FR Base Plate With Blue Ox Tow Bar on 2019 Chevy Equinox
  It sure will. The Curt # C28FR Base Plate Kit is compatible with Blue Ox or Curt base plates (also with Roadmaster and Demco if the correct adapter is used). You'll also need safety cables like # RM-643, a wiring solution like # RM26FR unless its a Premier model, in which case you'd need # RM-15267 and a supplemetal braking system like the Roadmaster # RM-8700 Invisibrake and a # RM-751489 stop light switch. If the installed height of the base plate is more than 3 inches higher or lower...
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• Parts Needed To Flat Tow A 2019 Chev Equinox 2.0L AWD
  You're correct that the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-677 is for Blue Ox baseplates and would not be a compatible fit for the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523193-5. You'll instead need the # RM-676 Nighthawk, which is compatible with Roadmaster Direct-Connect style baseplates. The Nighthawk comes with the 6-way to 7-way cable and the socket but you'll still need the diodes and wiring to transfer your motorhome's signals through...
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• How To Power Brake Lights On A 2020 Chevrolet Equinox While In Tow Mode
  The stop light circuit on a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox will go dead while in tow mode after a few minutes of inactivity so in order to use the vehicle's taillights to signal you will need to install a stop light switch kit, the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit part # RM-751489. This will then work alongside the Air Force One Supplemental Braking System part # SM99243 as well. I have attached for you below a list of other parts you may need. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-523193-5 Roadmaster...
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• Can 2018 Chevy Equinox All Wheel Driver Model Be Flat or Dolly Towed
  According to the owner's manual, only Diesel AWD models are capable of being flat towed, and AWD equipped vehicles are not capable of being dolly towed. Otherwise, the only way to tow the vehicle without damage is on a trailer. I've done some research, and haven't been able to locate any references that indicate that shutting off the AWD system would enable the vehicle to be dolly towed, I'm sorry to say. If the vehicle is a Diesel, to flat tow it you'd need a tow bar, base plates, safety...
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• Brake Light Switch Kit For a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox For Adding Flat Tow Indicator Light in Motorhome
  The Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751489 is custom fit for adding a brake indicator light on your 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. I have linked an installation video near the bottom of this page which will help you see what all is involved.
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• Flat Tow Setup for the 2018 Chevy Equinox Premier Diesel
  To Flat tow your 2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier Diesel you need a base plate kit, tow bar, a set of safety cables, wiring for the lights, a supplemental braking system, and probably a high-low adapter. Since you want to have a shield to protec the Equinox I recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit # RM-523193-4. It's the only Roadmaster kit that works with the Guardian Rock Guard, part # RM-4000. They also pair well with the Falcon All-Terrain tow bar, part # RM-522. The All-Terrain...
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• Recommended Baseplate For A 2023 Chevy Equinox Premier
  For A 2023 Chevy Equinox Premier you'll need the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523193-5. If you have lower active air shutters they will need to be trimmed/removed in order for any baseplates to fit. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations: Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e74ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables bracketed to the arms to prevent them from dragging on the ground. It will require...
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• Recommended Brake Light Relay Kit For A 2021 Chevy Equinox LT
  The turn signal lighting on the 2021 Chevy Equinox is combined so you would need to use the relay kit but will want to use the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751489 which is custom fit for your vehicle and will send the signal from your vehicle to the RV that your brake is being activated. I've attached a video that will walk you through the steps of installing this switch kit.
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• Parts Recommended to F,at Tow a 2022 Chevy Equinox behind Jayco Precept Motorhome
  Roadmaster hasn't been able to get their hands on a 2022 Chevy Equinox to determine the base plate fits, so they cannot say whether or not the base plates for the 2021 model will carry over. However, Blue Ox lists the # BX1730 base plate as a fit, so that's what I'd recommend. Roadmaster offers the # RM-525 Falcon 2 tow bar that's compatible right out of the box with Blue Ox base plates, so it'll work great for you. The Roadmaster Invisibrake, part # RM-8700 would work well for you. You'll...
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• Roadmaster Baseplate For A 2019 Chevy Equinox AWD
  Hi Chris, Yes, the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523193-5 is an EZ5 baseplate and fits the following models: 1.5L Turbo Gas FWD, 1.6 Diesel FWD and 1.6 Diesel AWD only. For 2019 only, includes the 2.0L Turbo FWD and AWD. You shouldn't need any adapters to connect to your Nighthawk tow bar # RM-676 as long as it's the version that has Roadmaster direct-connect style attachment points. There's a version with connectors for Blue Ox baseplates # RM-677 so just double check...
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• Can Rest of the Parts Be Obtained for the Roadmaster BrakeMaster If You Only Have Air Cylinder
  If you only have the Roadmaster BrakeMaster Air Cylinder part # RM-9100-50 (With Brake Pedal Clamp) then you'd need the Replacement Cord part # RM-921004, Second Vehicle Kit with Breakaway part # RM-98160, and Second Vehicle Kit for Air Brakes part # RM-98200. This would end up being around the same cost as the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System part # RM-9160 so that's up to you. Please note, in order to use the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System on a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox you'll need both the...
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• Are Flat Towing Parts for 2016 Chevy Equinox the Same as 2019 Chevy Equinox
  The parts to flat tow a 2016 Chevy Equinox and 2019 Chevy Equinox are different because the vehicle underwent a style change but if you are looking to flat tow both I'll give you what you need for each, starting with a 2019 Chevy Equinox: - Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519332 - Tow Bar: Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511013 - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 (if the Equinox is a Premier model) OR Roadmaster...
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