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Old 09-04-2015, 09:02 AM   #1
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Flat towing a 2015 Chevrolet Suburban

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We just purchased a 2015 Chevrolet Suburban 4X4 because or 2007 Tahoe 4X4 was totaled by a hit and run driver. Does anyone have experience flat towing a Suburban? GM and Roadmaster state that it is flat towable. I also had an SMI Air Force One installed for braking. The Curb weight of the Suburban is about 5800# and the curb weight of our Tahoe was just over 6,000# because of the aftermarket items I added. I will have the Suburban weighed to get actual weights so I stay under the GCWR of the motorhome. I really don't like the idea of needing to pull the negative battery cable but that appears to be what is required by GM. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Any reason stated as to why the battery cable is to be removed ? I am guessing electric power steering ??? You must have plenty of power on board to tow 6000 lbs but sounds sweet,just pay the fuel bill install a battery disconnect switch so tools required once and have fun !!! JMO
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It's a thread on here on how to rig up a relay to cut the battery on and off I think it on the Chevy pickup or GMC thread, also posted that the electric steering is the reason it has to be off.
Have you thought about M&G toad brakes, it simple and a easy install.
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battery disconnect

I flat tow a Yukon. Rather than disconnect the battery cable I installed a battery knife switch (available at most auto parts stores). Simple to install and simple to use. One reason for disconnecting battery is to disable Stabiltrac system on your GM vehicle - needs to be done otherwise the Stabiltrac system will try to keep your GM traveling in a straight line - not good when turning corners when towing
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I don't think the M&G will work on a 15 or 16 Silverado.The new GM trucks are having problems when towed. I think there is something in this forum on that subject . Multiplex wiring, electric power steering, no vacuum booster as it uses Hydro boost and a funky transfer case programming. My US Gear brake system will not work with the new GM trucks. I think there is also an electric steering wheel lock! I am a GM guy but very disappointed. I am presently towing an 09 Silverado. Thinking of spending a few dollars to make it more re; liable: Change tranny fluid, both diff fluids and the transfer case, new front brakes. Change coolant and top and bottom rad hoses. For little money I can get a few more years out of her.
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Hi,
We just purchased a 2015 Chevrolet Suburban 4X4 because or 2007 Tahoe 4X4 was totaled by a hit and run driver. Does anyone have experience flat towing a Suburban? GM and Roadmaster state that it is flat towable. I also had an SMI Air Force One installed for braking. The Curb weight of the Suburban is about 5800# and the curb weight of our Tahoe was just over 6,000# because of the aftermarket items I added. I will have the Suburban weighed to get actual weights so I stay under the GCWR of the motorhome. I really don't like the idea of needing to pull the negative battery cable but that appears to be what is required by GM. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
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I tow a 2015 GMC pickup. I have an M&G brake system and yes manual says to disconnect the neg side of battery. There is a simple process to put transfer case in to neutral and then it takes me about 15 sec to disconnect the battery. Really not that tough.

And i will add there are no problems towing it.
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