How I Safely Flat Tow a Car and my e-bike behind my RV, Alone… (Brick House - Now RVing #99)
April 24, 2024 · 19 min · 16K views · Texas
What this video covers
Flat towing a car behind a 29-foot RV requires a reliable, permanent braking system to ensure safety for solo travelers. To manage both a towed vehicle and a Hollywood Racks RV Rider bike rack, a Gen Y 10,000-pound capacity drop hitch provides the necessary dual-receiver setup.2:30 The Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO braking system serves as the primary, built-in solution for flat towing, chosen for its reliability over portable, plastic-housed alternatives.5:20 To monitor the towed vehicle's braking status without relying on a difficult-to-see dashboard LED or a distracting backup camera, a Demco Wireless Coachlink transmitter is installed.8:03 This device provides instant visual and audible feedback at the RV helm, alerting the driver if the car's brakes engage or if the breakaway cable detaches.12:54 A Blue Ox tow bar provides sufficient clearance between the RV and the towed car to accommodate the rear-mounted bike rack.5:42 Preparing for equipment failure rather than relying on blind faith ensures safer solo towing operations.14:55
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