Comparing Portable Flat Tow Braking Systems - Curt RVi and Blue Ox Patriot Video

Hey Scott! I can definitely help you out with that. We don't have a kit under a single part number, but I'll list everything you need right here. For a complete setup I recommend the following: -Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX1128 -Blue Ox Avail…

Hi Ken! It looks like you have almost everything you need to set up your 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara for flat towing. The etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #e98948 is a perfect fit and the etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount -…

Hi Scott, The breakaway cable doesn't come with the RVI Series Breakaway Adapter part #RVI84FR, it comes with the RVi 4 Portable Braking System part #RVI44FR or can be purchased separately; Replacement Breakaway System for Curt RVibrake Flat Tow…

Hi Brian, To flat tow your 2026 Ford Ranger XLT with your Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar, you'll need: - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit w/Removable Arms part #BLU77ER, this will require some minor drilling, and the tow hooks must be removed and remain off the…

Hey Thomas, the Blue Ox Avail tow bar part #BX7420 would be a really great option. It's very easy to use and has longer arms which allows the towed vehicle to track a little better behind the tow vehicle. Now if you wanted a braking system that…

Thanks for letting us help Jim. You're definitely most of the way there with your parts list. I do have a few recommendations and things I'd like you to verify before placing your order. For the tow vehicle lighting, I would make one change.…

Hey Tom, yes the 2014 Ford Edge with the V6 engine is a great vehicle for flat towing. It's perfectly safe to do so as long as you follow the outlined instructions on how that are in the owners manual. The first thing you'll need to flat tow…

Hey Scott! It looks like your 2025 Bronco Badlands SAS comes with LED lights so for trailer wiring you can use the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C42WR. This plugs into the connection points behind your tail lights and will provide you with…

Hey Terry, the Blue Ox Avail BX7421 our part number #BLU28QV is the current version of the Avail whereas the 7420 was the initial version. Only real difference is the finish. The 7421 has a newer finish that's a bit more durable but other than…

Hi Arthur, I took a look at your list of parts to flat tow your 2026 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and it looks like you have almost everything you need! For the Blue Ox Patriot Supplemental Braking System part #BLU37TR, it plugs directly into a 12V outlet…

Hey Walter, I checked with Curt and the RVI Series 4 part #RVI44FR that you referenced showing a Code 4 is related to exposure to cold weather and it's causing some circuit board issues. The solution is to let it sit indoors to warm up for 15 to…

To flat tow your 2019 Ford Flex you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar item #RM-520 and item #RM-643 Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms item #RM-524435-5…