Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2015 Ram 1500 2WD

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Can I flat tow my 2015 1500 Ram. 2 wheel drive 8 speed automatic behind my motor home.

asked by: James H

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I did some checking and it looks like you can flat tow your 2015 Ram 1500 8 speed as long as you install a drive shaft disconnect. The disconnect is not something we offer but we do have everything else you'll need to complete your flat towing setup.

For a base plate kit the Roadmaster # RM-52289-5 is a confirmed fit and is very easy to install so I recommend it highly. I attached an install video and picture of it installed for you to check out as well. The arms in the picture are removable too so when you are towing you wouldn't see them.

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 All Terrain, # RM-522. 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.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

We do offer tow bar setups that can attach to the D-rings on the Warn Elite Bumper. Your will need to use a D-ring adapter to connect the tow bar. For the adapter you have the following options: 1" Thick D-Rings #RM-035-1 3/4" Thick D-Rings…

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