Switching to 4-flat towing

[kemer]

Just bought a 2017 Chev Colorado and think I'll tow it 4flat rather than on a dolly. Looking at a BlueOx system. Would like input as to if BLue Ox is a good system. Google reviews seem to show that they are. Also looking for a good, easy to use braking system. BlueOx offers a system called Patriot... Also, DW question....when towing 4 flat with the 4wheel in neutral, does the odometer on towed vehicle register miles? I just want an easy to use system without having to do alot like pull fuses, etc.....

THANKS

[et2]

Bumpyroad wrote:
I used a blue ox tow bar, aventa II with a brake buddy braking system for years without problems
bumpy

X2 - 4 years zero issues

[gswcgi]

I have the SMI system on my Nissan XTerra 4 X 4. have towed it now 50,000 miles ++ not a problem. Very efficient system. Great comapny.

[tropical36]

kemer wrote:
Just bought a 2017 Chev Colorado and think I'll tow it 4flat rather than on a dolly. Looking at a BlueOx system. Would like input as to if BLue Ox is a good system. Google reviews seem to show that they are. Also looking for a good, easy to use braking system. BlueOx offers a system called Patriot... Also, DW question....when towing 4 flat with the 4wheel in neutral, does the odometer on towed vehicle register miles? I just want an easy to use system without having to do alot like pull fuses, etc.....

THANKS

BlueOx is an old and established company that has many followers like Michelin and other brands of consumer goods. I'm not one of these disciples and I don't necessarily limit myself to buying Bayer aspirin for saving me a heart attack, either.
Having said all that, we've been using an NSA READYBRUTE/ELITE. Alum. bars and rated at 8K lbs. also comes with the simplest toad braking setup possible. We coupled this to a DEMCO baseplate and haven't touched any of it, since I personally installed it, some time and mucho miles ago. IMO, it's the best bang for the buck as well, but to each his own, as they say and you don't always get what you pay for. I just don't feel that more expensive and complicated, always makes it better.

[aboeck3]

I have used Blue Ox on Ford Focus and Honda CR-V. Haven't had any problems. Neither had to be "backed up" to install base plate. Base plate was baerably noticeable when installed.

[doc_brown]

Certainly lots of opinions here. So go with what makes sense to you, financially and functionality. I've used Blue Ox tow bars and base plates on 3 different vehicles. No issues at all. For supplemental braking I've used Ready Brake, Blue Ox "box", and I'm now using Air Force 1, which is by far the best for my application and desires. Enjoy the hunt.

[cvbdsl]

I'm not towing my 2016 Colorado yet, but one reason I bought it is that it can be towed 4 down.
I have the Ready Brute tow bar and the Patriot brake system. I like the patriot system as it easy to move between vehicles.

Works fine for my 2013 Edge.

Chris

[John_Wayne]

Blue Ox and SMI stay and play, here with no problems. Easy hook up. Blue Ox will also recondition tow bars at rallies have mine done ever 2 years.

[Tom_Barb]

Blue Ox is great equipment, but there are several brand names that will do just as well at much cheaper prices.
Watch E-Bay for what you need.
For example:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Roadmaster-Falcon-6-000-Lb-All-Terrain-RV-Tow-Bar-W-Accessories-/322551664440?epid=1939724576&hash=item4b1993cf38:g:lLQAAOSw3YJZPiUI&vxp=mtr

I run one of these as a brake system. really easy to plumb and use.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brakemaster-for-coaches-with-air-brakes/222556241665?_trksid=p2045573.c100033.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D41375%26meid%3Dc4bd5556e172498da12ce68387021268%26pid%3D100033%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D322551664440

[msmith1199]

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[kemer]

As mentioned in original post, my Colorado CAN BE towed either 4 flat or on a dolly...I just need to put the electronic tansfer case into neutral....Just went 1400 miles towing it on a dolly, but want to switch to 4 flat. From what I've read here, both BlueOx and RoadMaster seem to be the major players. Still need to do some research on a braking system.

THANKS

[Snowman9000]

If it s 4x4, which you suggested, I am pretty sure it CANNOT be towed on a dolly.

[stripit]

I tow a heavy Cadillac and use the SMI Plug & Play braking system with the Blue-Ox system. Love it, easy to hook up and works perfectly for us.

[Bumpyroad]

Snomas wrote:
My brother had. a blue ox break on the San Francisco bay bridge, not a good experience. .

exactly which blue ox broke on him? was it not rated for the weight being towed? my blue ox is rated for 10,000 lbs. what was his? was it properly maintained.
a little "factual information" would be helpful to see if your post has any merit.
bumpy

[Bill_Satellite]

When my Roadmaster fell apart during a tow I switched to Blue Ox about 15 years ago. I never have had any more issues but I did replace my Blue Ox after about 100,000 miles of towing. Blue Ox gave me a very good deal on a trade in.