Flat Tow System Installation | RV Towing Setup – Manassas VA
Flat Tow System Installation in Manassas, VA
Tow Safely Behind Your RV with Complete Flat Towing Setup & Instruction
Ready to tow your car, SUV, or truck behind your motorhome? At American Truck & Trailer Supply in Manassas, Virginia, we provide complete flat tow system sales, installation, and setup training so you can hit the road safely and confidently.
We install tow bars, base plates, wiring, braking systems, and air brake interfaces—everything you need for a legal, safe, and smooth flat towing experience.
Can Your Vehicle Be Flat Towed?
Before we begin, we’ll confirm if your vehicle is flat tow-compatible (also known as dinghy towing or four-down towing). Not all vehicles can be flat towed safely—some require modifications or a tow dolly.
Flat towable vehicles typically include:
Many 4x4 vehicles with a neutral transfer case
Select front-wheel drive vehicles with manual transmissions
Popular RV towables like Jeep Wrangler, Chevy Equinox, Ford Escape, Honda CR-V (certain years), and more
We’ll check your owner's manual and help determine what’s required.
What’s Included in a Flat Tow System?
We handle everything your RV and towed vehicle need for a complete and legal flat towing setup:
Tow Bar & Base Plate Installation
The tow bar is the key connection between your RV and the vehicle. We install high-quality tow bars with custom base plates made specifically for your vehicle.
Blue Ox, Roadmaster, Demco
Quick-connect couplers and storage solutions
Heavy-duty and all-terrain options
Vehicle-specific base plate installation
Lighting & Wiring Systems
Your towed vehicle must mirror your RV’s signals (tail lights, turn signals, brake lights). We install:
Diode wiring kits
Plug-and-play harnesses
Magnetic light kits (temporary use)
LED-compatible systems
4-pin and 6/7-way connectors
All wiring is professionally routed and weather-sealed.
Braking Systems (Toad Brake Systems)
Towed vehicles need their own braking system by law in most states. We offer and install:
Portable or permanent braking systems
Proportional systems (brake in sync with RV)
Brake Buddy, Blue Ox Patriot, Roadmaster InvisiBrake, Demco Stay-in-Play
Breakaway switches for added safety
Air Brake Integration (for RVs with Air Brakes)
If your motorhome uses air brakes, we install specialized air-to-hydraulic or air-to-electric braking systems that safely connect to your RV’s air supply.
Demco Air Force One
Full integration with coach-side and toad-side components
DOT-approved fittings and secure airline routing
We’ll ensure proper pressure calibration and test everything before you leave.
We Teach You How to Use It
We don’t just install it—we show you how to use your flat tow setup step by step:
How to connect/disconnect the tow bar
How to activate and test the braking system
How to set your vehicle’s transmission/transfer case correctly
Safety check routine before hitting the road
You’ll leave our shop 100% confident and road-ready.
Flat Tow Setup Services for Most Vehicle Types:
Jeep Wrangler / Gladiator
Ford Escape / F-150
Chevy Equinox / Colorado
Honda CR-V (select years)
Ram 1500
GMC Terrain
SUVs, trucks, sedans & crossovers
RVs with Hydraulic or air brakes
Serving Manassas, VA & Beyond
We’re located near downtown Manassas and serve RV owners from across:
Manassas
Gainesville
Bristow
Centreville
Warrenton
Haymarket
Fairfax
Sterling
Northern Virginia & Prince William County
Why Choose American Truck & Trailer Supply?
Complete Flat Tow Solutions – All Brands & Styles
Expert Installers with RV & Trailer Experience
Air Brake Setup Specialists
Customer Training Included with Every Install
Fast Turnaround & Trusted Local Service
Book Your Flat Tow Setup Today
Planning your next RV adventure? Let us handle your towing setup from start to finish.
Visit Our Shop: 11949 Livingston Road, Manassas, Virginia
Call Us: 703 257 1710
