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Expert Answers about Tow Bars

Base Plates for a 1991 Jeep Wrangler with Aftermarket Smitty Built Bumper
As far as custom fit base plates for a 1991 Jeep Wrangler, we only have options for the factory U-Channel bumpers. You would have to use the Blue Ox bolt-on base plates, # BX88230. They will bolt to a flat part on the bumper. The bumper may need to be modified to use these brackets. I have linked the instructions for you. With the base plates installed you will then need a tow bar. Be sure you can properly space the base plates apart from each other and then you can use the Aventa LX tow bar
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What Parts are Needed to Tow a 2000 Honda Accord with a 37 ft Fleetwood Bounder Motor home
Whenever setting up a towing system, read and follow the guidelines listed in the emergency towing section of your owners manual. The five items you need to safely tow a 2000 Honda Accord behind your 2000 Fleetwood Bounder 37 ft. motor home are base plates for your Honda, a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting and a supplemental braking system. The base plate for your Honda is the Roadmaster XL # 1545-1. This base plate has removable arms that can be stored away when not in use. Th
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1996 Chevy Z-71
The first thing you are going to need to flat tow your 1996 Chevy C/K Z-71 is a set of base plates. For that I recommend you get the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1623. This is the correct kit for your truck as long as its not a 1-ton model or a diesel. Next you are going to need a set of tow bars. Since your truck more than likely weighs more than 5,000 lbs you will need a tow bar with additional capacity. I would recommend the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar # BX4325. This tow bar has 6,500 lbs of cap
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Will Flat Towing a Vehicle In Neutral Hurt the Transmission
The best way to determine if a vehicle with an automatic transmission can be flat towed is to consult the owners manual under the towing section to see what restrictions they list for the vehicle. Some vehicles only require that the vehicle be put in neutral whereas some vehicles will require lube pumps or drive shaft disconnects. If you want to email me back with the year and model of your VW I could do some research to see what is recommended for your vehicle to be flat towed. I attached
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Recommended Base Plate Kit for a 1993 GMC 1500 Pickup
There are two base plates kits offered for the 1993 GMC 1500 pickup, but you must take a measurement to determine which kit will work on your particular truck. Your RoadMaster Blackhawk 2 tow bar will work with either kit. The required measurement will be taken from the center point of the lower-most threaded hole on the side of the frame, to the center line of the rearmost elongated hole on the bottom of the frame. If this distance is 1-1/4 inches, you would need RoadMaster base plate kit
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 2008 Ford F250
You will want to use a Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2618 if your F250 is a diesel or a Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2194 if your vehicle has a gasoline engine. Since you have a Blue Ox tow bar # BX7445 you would not need to use an adapter with either the # BX2618 or the # BX2194. Because of that you would not be limited to a 5,000 lb towing capacity. If you need lighting for your setup I attached an FAQ article on how to pick out the best lighting solution based on your needs. Most states n
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Cadillac SRX Behind a Motor Home
The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if it can be flat towed and if so if there are any special requirements or procedures you will need to follow. There are 5 items you will need to flat tow a vehicle if you determine it can be flat towed: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For base plates we have the Roadmaster EZ kit # 523162-1 (will not fit turbo models). For a compatible tow bar, the most po
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Base Plate Recommendations For 1995 Suzuki Sidekick Using Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520
There are a number of base plate options available for your 1995 Suzuki Sidekick and your Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. They are dependent upon whether your vehicle is a 2-door or 4-door. The first thing you will want to do is check your vehicle owners guide to ensure your vehicle is able to be flat towed and if so, what restrictions may exist. In some cases, modifications will need to be made for the vehicle to be safely flat towed and your owners manual should have this information.
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Tow Bar Recommendation for a 2012 Jeep Wrangler JK
The price difference between the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar, # BX4325, and the Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-422, is basically due to the fact that the Blackhawk 2 is a heavy-duty steel tow bar designed to flat tow full-size trucks and SUVs. The Aladdin is a lightweight aluminum tow bar designed to tow mid-size vehicles like your 2012 Jeep Wrangler. For your situation, I recommend using the Blue Ox Aladdin tow bar for a few reasons. First, to use a tow bar, you will need a se
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Ford F-150 that Weighs Over 5,000 Pounds
Since your truck is pushing the limit of 5,000 pounds for some tow bars then I recommend Roadmaster base plates # 495-1A and using Blackhawk tow bar, # RM-422, with safety cables # BX88197. The tow bar and cables are rated for 10,000 pounds. Next you will need a lighting kit like # RM-154 for frequent flat towing or # C-ATL20A for a magnetic kit for infrequent towing. And finally most states require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the easiest to set up
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Recommendations for Flat Towing Components for a 1997 GMC Yukon
The Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar # 63180 that you referenced has a 5,000 lb limit and cannot exceed 45 miles per hour. Most likely the weight of your 1997 GMC Yukon would exceed this so I do not recommend this tow bar for you. The first thing you will need to flat tow your vehicle would be a base plate kit. For that I recommend you get a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 131-15. This provides a safe, secure connection point for your vehicle. Next you will need a tow bar. For that I recommend
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What Parts Are Needed To Tow A 2003 Jeep Liberty With Blue Ox Tow Bar Behind a Motor Home
To flat tow a vehicle, you would need a tow bar, base plates that mount to the vehicle and provide an attachment point for the tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution and a supplemental braking system. The base plates I would recommend for your 2003 Jeep Liberty would be the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, part # BX1119. This kit has hidden reinforcements and the removable arm brackets that provide a clean, unobtrusive look when the Jeep is not being towed. This kit will work on Jeeps with or wit
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Base Plates and Accessories for Flat Towing a 2011 Ford F150 Lariat 5.0L
For your 2011 F150 Lariat with the 5.0L engine, I would recommend the Roadmaster # 495-1A base plate kit. I have phoned Roadmaster and confirmed the compatibility of this kit with your vehicle. According to Remco Towing, which is our go-to source in determining the ability of a given vehicle to be flat towed, your truck will require the installation of a driveshaft coupling in order to be flat towed safely. I would urge you to confirm this for yourself by consulting your owners manual or with
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Base Plate Recommendation for a 1998 Suzuki Sidekick with 2 Doors and 4WD
I spoke to my contact at Roadmaster and he informed me that you would want the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 1007-2. The current price is on the product page. There are several other components you may need too to complete your flat towing setup. The next thing you will need is a tow bar. For that I would recommend the RoadMaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-576. This tow bar comes with quick-disconnects, safety cables are lighting wiring already. You will also need wiring, for th
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Tow Bar and Accessories for Flat Towing a 2004 Jeep Wrangler
You can use a tow bar like the Tow Ready # 63180 to tow your 2004 Wrangler, but keep in mind, the tow bar is NOT rated for speeds above 45 mph. If the Jeep has the U-channel bumper with the flat front, you can use part # 40602 to provide an attachment point to the vehicle. In order to run at highway speeds, I would recommend using a tow bar like the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520 and base plate kit # 1424-1 which is compatible with OEM double tube or U-channel bumpers. You will al
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Behind a 2007 GMC Sierra 2500
In order to flat tow a vehicle, the very first thing you are going to want to do is consult the owners manual in the recreational towing section to determine the correct towing procedure. If you find that the vehicle can be flat towed then you will need 5 items. First you will need base plates on the vehicle being towed or the Toad. The base plates provide the proper safe and secure attachment point for the tow bar. You can use base plates # 1425-1. I have included a link to a video showing a
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Behind a Motor Home
To safely flat tow a vehicle it needs to be equipped with base plates that attach to the frame. All of the base plates that we carry will only fit on the factory U-channel, single tube, or double tube bumpers, see link. You would first need to install the factory bumper and then get the correct base plates for your bumper type. After you have the base plates installed you can safely attach the tow bar. The tow bar you selected, # BX4330, comes with safety cables, but the tow bar only has a 5,
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Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Toyota Carolla
You will need several components to flat tow your 2010 Toyota Corolla with your 2010 Four Winds Freedom Elite. The first thing you will need is a tow bar like the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7365 that you referenced. Next you will need a set of base plates to provide the connection point from the tow bar to your vehicle. For that I recommend you get a Blue Ox Base Plate kit # BX3781. You will need safety cables too, for that I recommend Blue Ox 7 foot Safety Cables # BX88196. These cables ar
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How to Pick Up Base Plates, Tow Bars and Other Parts to Flat Tow a 2002 Chrysler Sebring
Base plates and tow bars are sold separately since the base plates are vehicle specific and the tow bars are not. The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if the Sebring can be flat towed and if so if there are any special requirements. I have included a link to the base plate main page for your Sebring. There are different base plates for different versions of the car. Once you have determined which base plates will fit you can then look at t
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Jeep Liberty
So you already have a towbar, a brake system and a base plate kit for your 2006 Jeep Liberty. You have the big stuff covered, but there are a few more things you will need to complete your setup. In case you have not picked out a base plate kit I would recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521423-1. I attached an installation video for this base plate kit on a 2006 Jeep Liberty that is very similar to yours. Now for a lighting solution we offer a few different options. I would recom
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Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2007 Ford F-150 2WD Super Cab Behind 1994 Cruisemaster Motor Home
You will need to check with your vehicle manufacturer or owners manual for instructions on the proper procedure for towing your vehicle, because some vehicles must be equipped with a transmission lube pump, an axle disconnect, drive line disconnect, or free-wheeling hubs before they can be towed. Your 2007 Ford F-150 2WD Super Cab 4-Door can be flat towed as is if it has a manual transmission. The 2WD models can not be flat towed if it has an automatic transmission. If you have the manual
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Behind an RV
The first thing you will want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine how the vehicle should be towed and if any additional equipment or special procedures are required. There are 5 items you will need to flat tow a vehicle. First you will need base plates. There are several options for a 2011 jeep Wrangler depending on the bumper you have. I have included a link to them for you. The next item you will need is a tow bar. If you go with Roadmaster base plates, the most popul
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Arm Lubrication Recommendation for a Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar
Roadmaster Recommends that you use a dry silicone lubricant on the retractable arms of the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. The reason for this is because a dry lubricant will not attract dirt like a wet one.
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Flat Towing Accessories for 2002 Chevy Tahoe Towed Behind Tiffin Zephyr Motorhome
According to my research, the 2002 Tahoe 4WD is capable of being flat towed without modification. Please check your owners manual for confirmation and procedures. In addition to the Blue Ox Aventa LX tow bar you mentioned and its included safety cables, you will also need a base plate kit, wiring to connect the lighting of your Tiffin Zephyr to the Tahoe tail light system and in most states and Canadian provinces, a supplemental braking system. The Blue Ox base plate kit needed for your Ta
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Blue Ox Tow Bar Recommendation To Pull a 2005 Ford F-150
I have a tow bar that will work for your 2005 Ford F-150, however, I would caution against using the Blue Ox Acclaim Tow Bar, # BX4330. Your vehicle has a curb, or dry, weight around 4,600 lbs and a gross vehicle weight around 6,500 lbs. The weight capacity of this tow bar is only 5,000 lbs. If you plan on carrying any cargo in the truck, then you could easily exceed the weight capacity of the tow bar. Instead, I would recommend the Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar, # BX7445. This tow bar is simila
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Tow Bar and Accessory Recommendations for a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee with Blue Ox Base Plates
For a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee with Blue Ox base plates # BX1128, you can use the Blue Ox Aventa LX, # BX7445, Aladdin, # BX4325, Alpha, # BX7365, or Allure, # BX7460P, tow bars. The Adventurer, # BX7322, does not have a wide enough spread to work. With the base plates and tow bar determined, you will also need safety cables. The Aventa LX and Aladdin come with safety cables. For the other 2 tow bars, you would need to add cables # BX88197. For lighting, you can use bulb and socket kit # R
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Jeep Wrangler
In order to flat tow your 2012 Jeep Wrangler, you will have to install base plates because they provide and safe and secure proper attachment point to the vehicle frame for tow bar use. I am unaware of any aftermarket bumper that will negate the need for base plates. You would need to install base plates, # BX1126, to flat tow the Jeep. The Adventurer tow bar you referenced is compatible with these base plates. You will also need safety cables like # BX88197. The coiled design helps keep the
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Recommended Base Plates to Flat Tow 1997 Ford F250 HD
There are three different base plate options available for your truck. The Roadmaster # 458-1 fits 4WD models with or without the front sway bar. The only problem with this base plate kit is that it is NOT compatible with the type of tow bar you referenced. If you went with these base plates, you would need to choose a tow bar compatible with the Roadmaster MS-style base plates. The Roadmaster # 425-8 fits the 4WD models with a front sway bar. It will NOT fit models with a front leaf spring s
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Blue Ox Tow Bar and Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 1988 Jeep Cherokee
The correct base plate kit for your 1988 Jeep Cherokee that would work with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7365 would be the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1110. With the proper tools this install would be something that you could do yourself. I will email you a copy of the installation instructions for this product for you to check out. The # BX1110 is also confirmed to work with the # BX7365. I did some checking and it looks like if your vehicle is 4WD then your vehicle is tow-able as-is. If
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Roadmaster Base Plate Recommendation for a 2011 Ford Escape
You would want a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 4414-1. This would work well with your Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar # RM-576. I attached installation instructions for you to check out also. I also attached a link to a page that overviews everything needed to flat-tow a vehicle.
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2008 Honda Pilot AWD Behind a Motor Home
The Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar, part # BX7445, that you have referenced, will be an excellent tow bar to flat tow your 2008 Honda Pilot AWD behind a motor home with a 2 inch hitch receiver. It has a weight capacity of 10,000 lbs. You will also want to read your owners manual or check with Honda regarding any other guidelines or modifications necessary so that the vehicle can be safely flat towed. Some vehicles require modifications such as a drive line disconnect, transmission lube pump, freew
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Blue Ox Components Recommended for a 1997 Chevy Suburban 1500 4WD
There are several components needed to flat tow a vehicle. The first thing you will need is a vehicle specific base plate kit. For that I recommend you get a Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1635. This will provide that attachment point for a set of tow bars. For tow bars you could use a Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar # BX7445 like you referenced. This comes with safety cables and is confirmed to work with the # BX1635. To determine which lighting solution would be the best for you I attached an FAQ
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What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Toyota Corolla S Behind a Motor Home
First, you will want to consult the vehicle owners manual on the proper towing procedure for a 2008 Toyota Corolla. Some vehicles require special parts, like a transmission lube pump, free-wheeling hubs, or other parts before they can be flat towed. There are 5 items you will need if you determine you can flat tow your Corolla. First, you will need base plates. The Blue Ox base plates that you have referenced, # BX3777, are the correct ones for your Corolla. With these base plates, you can us
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What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Scion xB with Manual Transmission and No Fog Lights
The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual for the proper procedure on towing the vehicle. If you find that the vehicle can be flat towed you will need 5 items. First, you will need base plates. These provide a safe and secure attachment point on the vehicle for a tow bar. For your xB without fog lights, you would need Roadmaster base plates, # 1187-1A. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. Next, you will need a compatible tow b
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Best and Most Economical Flat Tow System for a 2000 Subaru Forester
The most economical flat towing system for your 2000 Subaru Forester with manual transmission is going to depend on your towing situation and frequency. You will need a set of base plates for the Forester, a tow bar, lighting, safety cables, and a supplemental braking system, which is required by most states. If you will be towing frequently, you will probably want to go with a better tow bar and a more permanent lighting system, for ease of use and longevity. If you just want to tow the S
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Base Plates, Tow Bar and Accessories Needed to Flat Tow a 2003 Jeep Wrangler
In order to use a tow bar to flat tow a vehicle you will need to install base plates. The base plates provide the proper attachment point for a tow bar and are secured directly to the vehicle frame. For your 2003 Jeep Wrangler, you can use the Roadmaster XL base plates, # 1424-1. You can then use the Tracker tow bar, # RM-020, but you will also need quick disconnects, # RM-201. You will also need safety cables, like # RM-643 when flat towing a vehicle. For lighting, use the RoadMaster Tail
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Tow Bar, Base Plates and Flat Towing Accessories for 2011 Chevy HHR
Base plates are only available for the HHR if it is NOT an SS model. I would recommend the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit, part # 3141-1. The least expensive tow bar I would recommend using would be the Roadmaster Tracker you referenced. For a smoother ride and easier hook up and disconnect, the Roadmaster Falcon 2, part # RM-520 would be a better choice. You will also need a lighting solution, safety cables and in many states, a supplemental braking system. I will link you to our Tow Bar Wi
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XL Base Plate Recommendation for a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 and a Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar
Yes, you will need Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 3154-1 for your 2012 GMC Sierra 1500. This is an XL base plate that is confirmed to fit on the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 that you referenced. This tow bar comes with quick disconnects, but you may be interested in purchasing the following products to complete your flat towing setup: RoadMaster 68 inch Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643, coiled safety cables are nice because you just wrap them around the arms of the tow bar and you wil
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Ford F-150 4x4 Behind an Dump Truck
Since your 2007 Ford F-150 4x4 has a manual transfer case and not the electronic shift on the fly feature, you can flat tow the truck. But, you will want to confirm this by consulting the vehicle owners manual for the proper towing procedure. You will first want to install base plates on the truck. I recommend using XL style base plates # 495-1A because there are a lot of compatible tow bar options for the XL style plates. For a tow bar, you you will be using a pintle hitch and want a tow bar
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Can I Flat-Tow 2011 Jeep Liberty w/1999 Ford F-350 That Has In-Bed Camper Overhanging Past Tailgate
You will first want to determine if it is acceptable to flat-tow your Jeep. From the research I found, some of the 4-wheel drive Jeep Liberty models may need additional parts or may not be able to be flat-towed. You will want to consult your Jeep dealer or vehicle owners manual to make sure it is acceptable to flat-tow your Jeep. If you find that it is safe to flat-tow your Jeep, there is a way to use your 1999 Ford F-350 with the camper in the truck bed to flat-tow, but you will need a few i
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What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 1998 Jeep Wrangler
There are actually 5 components you will need to flat tow a vehicle: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, supplemental braking. The first thing to do would be to consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if it can be flat towed. For base plates, you can use the Roadmaster XL base plates, # 1424-1. These are XL style base plates with draw bars that can be removed. The Tracker tow bar, # RM-020, is compatible but to allow the XL draw bar arms to be removed when using this tow bar
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Base Plate Recommendation to Flat Tow a 2010 Subaru Forester with a Falcon 2 Tow Bar
For your 2010 Subaru Forester, I recommend the Roadmaster XL, # 921-1 (for 2.5X and 2.5X Premium models with manual transmission only). These base plates are compatible with the Falcon 2 tow bar. If your Forester has an automatic transmission it must be towed on a trailer (all wheels off the ground). be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for additional information on the proper procedure for towing the vehicle. If you determine that you can flat tow the vehicle, in addition to the tow
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Budget-Priced Tow Bar for Towing 1987 Suzuki Samurai behind Dodge Ram
In addition to the tow bar you mentioned, you will need a base plate kit, an adapter to connect the base plate to the tow bar and safety cables. Depending on the state you will be towing the Samurai through, you might also need a supplemental braking system. If your Samurai does NOT have a brush guard, you would need base plate kit # 1003-1. Base plates are not available for brush guard equipped models. You would also need the Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Tow Bar Adapter, part # RM-0
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Recommended Tow Bar, Base Plates and Accessories to Flat Tow a 1992 Honda Accord
For your 1992 Honda Accord, I would recommend the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit, part # 1526-3. This kit fits both the sedan and wagon models. I would then recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 tow bar, part # RM-520. The Falcon 2 has a 6000 lb capacity, and features telescoping arms that automatically lock and center. For more details about the Falcon 2, take a look at the product demonstration video I have linked to. Safety cables like part # RM-643 will be needed. You will also need to tie
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Parts and Procedures to Flat-Tow My 2009 Chevrolet Aveo LT
According to my research, you should not have any issues flat-towing your 2009 Chevrolet Aveo w/ manual transmission, but it is always best to consult your owners manual or Chevrolet dealer for additional parts and procedures or restrictions on flat-towing your Aveo. To complete your towing setup, you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety chains, lighting, and a supplemental brake system. If your Aveo does not have foglights, you will need Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # 3158-1. If
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Recommendation for Tow Bar to Tow 2010 Ford F-250 Quad Cab Diesel Behind Farm Machinery
My recommendation for towing your 2010 Ford F-250 Quad Cab Diesel would be the Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 All-Terrain Heavy Duty Tow Bar, part # RM-422, and the Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit, part # 4412-3. This tow bar and base plate kit are especially designed to tow vehicles with heavy duty frames and the tow bar installs easily into a 2 inch receiver hitch. You will need to have a 2 inch hitch receiver on your farm machinery to use this tow bar. I am including a link to the instructions on the Bl
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Chevy Suburban
I will be happy to help you out. First, in order to determine if the 2010 Chevy Suburban model you have can be flat towed, you will need to consult the owners manual. I have found that if you have the 4-wheel drive, automatic transmission model, then it can be flat towed. If you have a 2-wheel drive model with the 4L60E transmission, you will need a transmission lube pump which you can get through Remco. And, if you have the All wheel drive model with the 6L80/90E transmission, it can NOT be
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Lighting, and Braking to Flat Tow a 2008 Ford Ranger, 2-Wheel Drive
First, before you can add a tow bar, you will need to fit the 2008 Ford Ranger with Base Plates. For an XL or XLT 2-wheel drive, you can use the Blue Ox Base Plates, # BX2187. Because of the spacing of these base plates, only certain tow bars are compatible including the Aventa, Aladdin, Alpha and Allure tow bars. Out of these tow bar options, the most economical is the Alpha, # BX7365.The Alpha comes with safety cables so you will just need to add lighting and a supplemental braking system t
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Roadmaster Service Kit Recommendation for a Falcon Towbar
We do carry a service/rebuild kit for the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. You would want a Roadmaster Service Kit for Falcon 2 Towbar # RM910003-65. The lifespan of a tow bar will vary, it depends upon weights, road condition and how far out of level your tow bar is, but a reasonable life expectancy is around 70,000 miles. I attached an FAQ on flat towing a vehicle for you to check out also.
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Base Plate Options for Flat Towing a 1999 Jeep Wrangler Using a Sterling Tow Bar
We carry base plates for three different bumper types that could have been on a 1999 jeep Wrangler. There are sets for those with a single tube bumper. Others for a double tube bumper. And a third set for those that have a u-channel bumper. I have provided a link to the base plate main page for you so that you can select the correct bumper type so you can see the compatible base plate options. The Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-576, works with all Roadmaster vehicle-specific base plates -
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2001 Jeep Wrangler
The Blue Ox Adventurer Tow Bar, # BX7322, fits tow bar spreads of 16 inches apart to 34 inches apart on center. But without knowing the brand of base plates you have I cannot say whether or not it is compatible. If you determine that you need base plates, use # BX1118 if your Wrangler has a U-channel bumper, or use # BX1120 for a double tube bumper. In order to flat tow a vehicle there are 5 things you need. In addition to base plates and a tow bar, you will also need safety cables, like # R
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Recommendation for Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Jeep Liberty
You are correct. For your 2007 Jeep Liberty, you will need base plates to flat tow it. You can use the EZ Style Base Plates, # 521423-1. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation. If you would like to use the Tow Ready Tow Bar, # 63180, you will need to use an adapter, # RM-025, and Quick Disconnects, # RM-201, to adapt the tow bar to the base plates. You will also need to Keep in mind that this tow bar is rated for towing speeds of 45 miles per hour or less. I have includ
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Can the Stowmaster Towbar with Lunette Ring Be Stored On a 1998 Dodge Dakota for Travel
Yes, the RoadMaster StowMaster Car-Mounted Tow Bar with Lunette Ring, item # RM-581, and the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, item # 246-5, would be a great option for you flat towing your 1998 Dodge Dakota. The Tow Bar with Lunette Ring will be able to be stowed on the Dakota in the folded postion for travel when the vehicle is not attached to the motorhome. You will also need safety cables, # RM-643 would be a good choice, and lighting for the Dakota when towing. The RoadMaster Tail Light W
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Options for Flat Towing a 1974 Toyota FJ40 Landcruiser with a 2011 Fleetwood 32BH Storm
There is a flat towing solution, but if there was a Roadmaster base plate kit available for your 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser you could use a Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar # 63180 if your vehicle weighed less than 5,000 lbs. and you do not plan on towing the vehicle at over 45 miles per hour. However, at this time there is not a Roadmaster custom base plate kit available for your vehicle. What you could do is install a Blue Ox Bolt-On Base Plate Bracket Kit # BX88230 onto your vehicle to give you
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Wiring and Lighting Solutions for Flat Towing a 2005 Acura MDX Behind a Motor Home
For wiring, the vehicle being towed only needs the lighting functions, left and right turn signals, brake lights, and running lights. The 6-Way connector that comes with RoadMaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-576, has the capacity to provide these functions. You will also need a lighting solution for the 2005 Acura MDX that is compatible with the 6-Way round connector. You can use the Roadmaster Deluxe Magnetic Tow Lights, # RM-2100. This would be an ideal solution if you do not plan o
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What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Behind an RV
There are actually 5 things you will need in order to flat tow your 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee behind an RV. First, you will need to install base plates on the Jeep. You will then need a tow bar that is compatible with the base plates. Safety chains and lighting are the next two required items. And last but not least, most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle that is being towed. Base Plates: You can use Roadmaster XL base plates, # 1419-5. The base plates provide a
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Base Plate and Tow Bar Recommendation for a 2000 GMC Jimmy
The Roadmaster Classic Base Plate Kit, part # 165-2 would be the correct choice for a base plate kit if your 2000 GMC Jimmy was a 4-wheel drive or an Envoy, but not a Black Diamond or an Xtreme. I attached a helpful link that has all of the available base plate kits for your 2000 GMC Jimmy for you to check out. All of these should work well with your Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520 that you referenced. You will also need the following to complete your setup: Magnetic Towin
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New Tow Bar and Baseplate For Towing a 2007 Jeep Wrangler with a 2009 Tundra and Fleetwood Motorhome
To set up your 2007 Jeep Wrangler to be towed by both your 2007 Toyota Tundra and 2009 Fleetwood Pulse motorhome, you will only need one system for the Jeep which includes a tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, and a supplemental braking system. You may be required to have additional wiring for each towing vehicle depending on the supplemental braking system you choose, but the one I will recommend does not require additional parts. I have provided a link to information on towing your vehicl
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Recommend Tow Bar To Flat-Tow My 2008 Smart Fortwo
The Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar, part # BX4325, actually has the lowest weight capacity of all the tow bars we have available. I can see how size of the tow bar could be a concern, but the tow bar only weighs 37 lbs and remains stored on the hitch of your RV when you are not towing. Another great feature about this tow bar is that it is non-binding, which allows for easier hookup and disconnecting. In addition to a tow bar, you will need a base plate kit, safety cables, wiring or lighting, and a
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Tow Bar and Base Plate Kit Recommendation for Flat Towing a 2006 Toyota Tundra
For flat towing your 2006 Toyota Tundra, with the RoadMaster Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar, item # RM-427, that works with Blue Ox Base Plates, I would recommend using the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, item # BX3745. You will also need a set of safety cables, item # RM-649, and lighting for the Tundra when being towed. I would recommend using the RoadMaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs, item # RM-155, to keep the lighting from the tow vehicle totally separate from the wiring on your Tundra.
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Tow Bar, Base Plates, Safety Cables, Lighting and Braking to Flat Tow a 2010 Chevy Express Van
Tow bars are not vehicle specific but they are base plate specific. Before you can flat to your 2010 Chevy Express Van, there are several things you will need. I have included a link to an FAQ article that covers the basic components you will need. The base plates provide a safe and secure attachment point for the tow bar. For your van, you would need Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 3140-1. You would then need a tow bar compatible with XL base plates. Since you have a rather large van, I recomm
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What Would I Need to Flat Tow a 2002 Chevy Tahoe
The first thing you will need to flat tow your 2002 Chevy Tahoe is a set of base plates to provide the attachment point from your Tahoe to the Tow Ready Tow Bar, part # 63180. I attached installation instructions below for this product also. And since there are many variations on the front end of the 2002 Chevy Tahoes in regards to how the tow hooks are bolted on the front of the Tahoe, payload, and whether or not your vehicle is 2 or 4 wheel drive. You will need to check out the link I provi
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
There are several components needed to flat tow your 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee behind your motor home. I have included a link to our FAQ article that explains each one for you to view. First, you will need to install base plates on the vehicle. Base plates provide a safe and secure attachment point on the vehicle for a tow bar. For your Grand Cherokee, I recommend Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 1419-5. With these tow bars installed, you will need a tow bar compatible with XL base plates. I re
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 2007 Hummer H3
Before selecting a tow bar, you will first need to install base plates on the 2007 Hummer H3. The base plates provide a secure mounting point for the tow bar to safely flat tow a vehicle. For your H3, we have several options. I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 2505-1. The XL style base plates are compatible with many tow bars. Since your Hummer weighs in at approximately 5,550 pounds, I recommend going with a tow bar rated higher than 6,00 pounds. Take a look at the RoadMaster Black
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What Is Needed To Flat Tow a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited 4 Door
Yes, this RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, part # RM-020, will work to flat tow your 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited 4 door. You will also need the following products as well to complete your setup: Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # 1432-1. This will provide the attachment point for the tow bars on your Wrangler. Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, part # RM-201. This will give you a quick way to connect and disconnect your Wrangler from the tow bars. RoadMaster 68 inch Single
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage
The RoadMaster Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates, # RM-427, is a bolt on application designed to bolt onto a vehicle that is equipped with Blue Ox base plates. But first, you would need the base plates. For base plates, you can use Roadmaster MX base plates, # 492-3. To install the base plates, trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia may be required on some models of the 2004 Ford Heritage F-150. Base plate installation requires a good amount of mechanical
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Supplemental Braking System Recommendation for a Winnebago Flat Towing a 2007 Jeep Liberty
I can absolutely help you out with choosing the best supplemental braking system for the Winnebago and Jeep Liberty. First, I have included a link to all of the available supplemental braking systems we carry. I usually recommend the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking System, # RM-9400, because it is proportional and sets up in minutes. But it is on the expensive side. The next step down would be the Roadmaster 9700 Portable Braking System, # RM-9700. More economical and it
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Blue Ox Base Plates for 2002 Jeep Wrangler
The Roadmaster Base Plate to Blue Ox Tow Bar Adapter, part # RM-033 is not included with the Blue Ox Acclaim Tow Bar. You would only need the adapter if your Jeep is already equipped with the Roadmaster Base Plates. If you do not yet have the base plates for your Jeep, we now carry Blue Ox base plates. For a C-channel bumper, use base plate part # BX1118, or # BX1120 for a double-tube bumper. When possible, it is best to use a tow bar and base plate from the same manufacturer. If you need
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 2010 Dodge Caliber
Yes, you can use a tow bar to flat tow your 2010 Dodge Caliber. There are a few items you will need in order to flat tow the vehicle. First, you will need base plates. Base plates provide attachment points required by the tow bar. For your Caliber, you can use Roadmaster EZ Base Plates, # 52281-1. With these tow bars installed you will be able to use the Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, that you have referenced, along with the Quick Disconnect Kit, # RM-201 (needed to allow the removable arms to be re
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Base Plate and Tow Bar Recommendations to Flat Tow a 2009 Jeep Wrangler
The Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 1429-1, are the correct fit for a 2009 Jeep Wrangler with no aftermarket bumper, winch, or guard. As long as your Jeep falls into that category, the base plates are a fit. The RM-585 is a version of the tow bar you have referenced, but this tow bar is designed for Blue Ox base plates. Instead, you would need the RoadMaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-576, to be compatible with the Roadmaster base plates. This tow bar comes with safety cables and wiring,
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Recommendation for Tow Bar, Base Plate Kit and Wiring to Flat Tow a 2010 Mazda5 Manual Transmission
The only company that has a base plate kit available for the 2010 Mazda 5 is Blue Ox. The Base plate kit needed is the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit with Removable Arms, item # BX2525. You will also need a tow bar, for a motor home with a 2 inch receiver I would recommend the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar, item # BX4325. This tow bar comes with safety cables. For a tow bar that utilizes a hitch ball, the Blue Ox Acclaim Tow Bar, item # BX4330, would be a good choice. Safety cables are included with th
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The first thing you will need to flat tow your 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a set of base plates, # 1419-7 (fits models without brushguard). Next, you will need a compatible tow bar. You can use the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, and add Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, # RM-201, for removal of front base plate extensions. To complete the towing set up for your Jeep, you will need safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system as required by law. For safety cables, I
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What Are My Wiring Options for Flat Towing a 2011 Honda CRV
There are a few different options you have to operate the tail light functions of your 2011 Honda CRV when being pulled by your RV. Basically you will run the included 6 way connector from the Sterling tow bar from your RV to lighting method you choose for your CRV. The first method is to use a Magnetic Towing Light Kit, 20 ft. Long Cord, part # C-ATL20A. You will need a Adapter 6 Round to 4 Flat, part # HM47320, also. Basically this kit consists of two lights that will attach to your CRV wit
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How Should I Transport My Loaded 2006 Ford F-150 when Towing with my Ford F-350
Before you attempt to tow your 2006 Ford F-150, you need to check with the owners manual to see if flat towing is recommended, and to see if you would need a transmission lube pump or axle disconnects to do so. You should also check with the owners manual of your Ford F-350 and see what the towing capacities of the vehicle are. At this point, I would seriously consider renting a trailer to haul your F-150. If you went that route, you would be able to return the trailer when you were done haul
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What Do I Need to Flat Tow my 2001 Toyota Camry
In order to tow your 2001 Toyota Camry you could use the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar - 5,000 lbs, part # RM-020, that you referenced. For base plates I would recommend you use Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 521157-1. I attached a link below to a page on vehicle specific base plates below that you might find helpful. You will also need the following to complete your setup: Magnetic Towing Light Kit, part # C-ATL20A, for an easy to install, less permanent solution. Or for a more perman
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Base Plates, Light Kit, Safety Cables, and Braking System to Flat-Tow a 2003 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
The base plates you will need to flat-tow your 2003 Jeep Wrangler Sahara are Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 1424-1. These base plates are compatible with the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520, that you have referenced. I have included a link to the installation details and a video review of the tow bar for reference. To complete the towing set up for your Jeep, you will need safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system as required by law. For safety cables, I recommend RoadMas
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What Do I Need to Flat Tow my Ford E-150
You will need a few more things to be able to tow your E-150, the first thing you will want is a base plate kit, this is what attaches your vehicle to the tow bars like the RoadMaster Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # RM-427 you referenced. This tow bar is designed to be used with Blue Ox base plates. If you already have Blue Ox base plates you can skip the following base plate recommendations and use the # RM-427. If you do not have Blue Ox base plates I would recomme
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 2001 Ford F-150
First, you will need to add base plates to your 2001 Ford F-150. If you have a 2-wheel drive model, you will need # 492-1 (will not work on Lightning models). If you have a 4-wheel drive model (does not include diesels), you will need # 456-15. Next, you will need a tow bar that is compatible with XL style base plates. I have included a link to the available tow bar options that will work. I recommend the RoadMaster Falcon 2, # RM-520, or, you can use the RoadMaster StowMaster, # RM-581, that
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 2003 Honda Accord
First, you will need to install base plates, # 1545-1, on your 2003 Honda Accord. This will provide an attachment point on the vehicle for the tow bar. Next, you will need a tow bar that is compatible with XL style base plates. There are numerous options and I have included a link to them. I recommend the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, and the Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, # RM-201, which will enable you to detach the removable portion of the base plates. I have included a link
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Tow Bar Base Plates for 2006 Jeep Wrangler Used with Blue Ox Tow Bar
Part # 63180 is the Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar, not a bracket. We currently offer Roadmaster Base Plates for your 2006 Wrangler, part # 1424-1. You will also need a Roadmaster Base Plate to Blue Ox Tow Bar Adapter, part # RM-033. I would also recommend the quick disconnects, part # RM-201. Other recommended parts are the Roadmaster Safety Cables part # RM-643, and the Roadmaster Diode Wiring Kit part # RM-154 that will tap into the Jeep tail lights so that they operate along with those of t
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Base Plates, Safety Cables, Lighting, and Braking System to Flat To a 2010 Nissan Frontier
In order to flat tow your 2010 Nissan Frontier using the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520, you will need to add base plates to the truck. The base plates would then be the attachment point on the vehicle for the tow bar. For your truck, you will need Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 344-1B. I have included a link to the installation details below. These base plates feature removable arms which leaves the remainder of the base plates all but invisible on the truck. To complete the towin
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Do I Need a Base Plate Kit on My 2002 Ford Escape for it To Be Towed Behind a Tow Vehicle
Yes, if you wanted to tow a 2002 Ford Escape with a Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar, 5,000 lbs, part # 63180, you would need a base plate like the Roadmaster Base Plates for the 2002 Escape by Ford, part # 481-3. In order you to attach the # 63180 to the # 481-3 you would need to purchase a Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Tow Bar Adapter, part # RM-025. You may also be interested in a Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, part # RM-201, to make removal and installation a little easier. Kee
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What Parts Are Needed To Tow A 1994 Ford Ranger Behind A Winnebago Motorhome
To flat tow your 1994 Ford Ranger you will need the tow bar, base plates, safety cables, and the wiring for lights. The Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 is an excellent choice to tow your 1994 Ford Ranger. It is a non-binding tow bar which means the towed vehicle can be disconnected with a switch even when the vehicle is at a hard angle or not level with the tow bar. I am sending a video link to a review on the Falcon 2. The base plates you will need are the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Ki
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What Do I Need To Tow My 2005 Jeep Liberty
You will need a Roadmaster Tow Bar for the 2005 Liberty by Jeep kit, part # 521423-1, that will attach your 2005 Jeep Liberty to the RoadMaster StowMaster Car-Mounted Tow Bar with Lunette Ring - 6,000 lbs, part # RM-581, that you referenced. For the wiring, there are three different methods that can be used. The simplest way to go would be to use the magnetic mount light kit, part # C-ATL20A. This kit has the benefit of remaining independent of the Wranglers wiring system, making installation
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Base Plates, Cables, Lights, and Braking to Flat Tow a 2009 Cadillac Escalade or 2010 Jeep Wrangler
In order to flat tow a vehicle, there are a couple of items you will need. First, you will need to install base plates for any vehicle you want to tow with the tow bar. For the 2009 Cadillac Escalade, I recommend the XL Roadmaster Base Plates, # 3154-1. For the 2010 Jeep Wrangler (excluding Unlimited models and assuming no aftermarket bumper, winch, or guards) I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plates # 1432-1. You will then need a compatible tow bar. The Blackhawk 2 for Blue Ox Base Plates,
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What Will I Need to Economically Flat Tow My 2006 Chevy HHR
A tow bar you could use to pull your 2006 Chevy HHR is the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, part # RM-020. You may also be interested in purchasing a Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, part # RM-201, if you would like to be able to easily remove the tow bars from your HHR. You will also need a set of Roadmaster Tow Bars for the 2006 Chevrolet HHR, part # 3141-1, in order to connect your HHR to your tow bars. The most economical system to use for turn signals and brake lights for your towe
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To flat tow your 1995 jeep Wrangler, you will need to install base plates. There are two options for your Jeep. First are the Base Plates, # 1409-1, and second is # 1409-3. Most Renegades and Wranglers utilize a steel bumper that is U-shaped. It has a flat top and face, which the 1409-3 or 1409-1 brackets bolt to. But some versions have bumpers without a flat face and top which prevent the use of these brackets. In order to use the Tow Ready Tow Bar, # 63180, you will also need to use Roadmas
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Base Plates, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 1994 Chevy 1500
We do have several options of base plates available as long as your 1994 Chevy pickup is not a 1 ton or diesel. A 1500 means that it is a half ton so as long as it is not a diesel, there are base plates available. There is another important measurement to take to determine the correct base plates. Under the front of the truck, on the outside of the frame rail look for holes on the side of frame, and an elongated hole underneath. Measure the distance from the lowest threaded hole on the side o
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, and Braking System to Flat Tow a 2000 Chevy S-10
The first thing you will need are base plates on the 2000 Chevy S-10 LS. There are several options available depending on if the truck has 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive. For 2 wheel drive, I recommend Roadmaster Base Plates, # 161-1. For 4 wheel drive, use Roadmaster base Plates, # 179-2. These are XL style base plates which means the visible part can be removed when not towing. Next, you will need a tow bar compatible with XL style base plates. I recommend the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, #
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Base Plates, Safety Cables, and Light Kit to Flat Tow a 2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited
I would be happy to point you to the correct base plates for your 2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited. You will need Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 1424-1. This is the only set available for your Jeep so you will need to make sure your tow bar is compatible with Roadmaster XL base plates like the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020. To use the Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar, # 63180, that you have referenced, you will need the Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Tow Bar Adapter, # RM-025 for
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Safety Cables, and Wiring to Flat Tow 1991 Mazda Miata MX-5
The first item you will need to flat tow your 1991 Mazda Miata are base plates. We carry two different options of base plates for your vehicle. First are the XL Plates, # 711-4. These have removable drawbars held in place with a pin and clip. With the drawbars removed the base plates are virtually invisible. For these, trimming of the spoiler, air damn, grille, or plastic fascia may be required for installation. The other option are Standard Plates, # 711-2. These are fixed brackets and will be
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Base Plates, Safety Cables, and Wiring to Flat Tow a 2010 Jeep Wrangler Sport
The first item you will need to flat tow your 2010 Jeep Wrangler Sport are base plates. There are several base plates available for your vehicle depending on what model and options you have. I have included a link to them below. For example, we have the XL Base Plates, # 1432-1 for models without aftermarket bumpers, winch, or guards. These base plates are compatible with the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520. I have included a link to a video review of this tow bar below. You will als
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Which Tow Bar is Best for Towing a 2007 Ford F-150 FX2
You would need to determine the weight of your F-150 to determine which tow bar is needed. At the least, I would use a 6,000 pound tow bar like part # RM-520. The bar you were looking at is related, but has some additional features like being pre-wired for a 6-Way connector on your RV. If your truck weighs more than 6,000 pounds when you have it loaded and set for tow, you will need a heavier duty tow bar. In that case, I would recommend part # RM-422. For base plates, I would recommend pa
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, and Safety Cables to Flat Tow a 1999 GMC Jimmy
If you have a regular model 1999 GMC Jimmy (not an S-15 model) then you will need to use a tow dolly like the RoadMaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes, # RM-2000-1, as there are no base plates available for the Jimmy. If you have an S-15 Jimmy, there are base plates available depending on what model you have. For a Jimmy Envoy, 4 wheel drive and not a Black Diamond, ZR2, or Xtreme, use # 179-2. For a S-15 Jimmy, 4 wheel drive and not a Black Diamond or Xtreme, use # 165-2. For a S-15 J
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Safety Cables, and Wiring to Flat Tow a 2006 Hummer H2
In order to tow your 2006 Hummer H2 using a tow bar, you will first need to install base plates. I recommend base plate kit # 2506-3. I did some research and found that the curb weight of your Hummer H2 is about 6,600 pounds. You will need a tow bar that can handle this much weight and is compatible with the MX style of base plates. I recommend the RoadMaster Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-422. This tow bar is capable of up to 10,000 pounds. You will also need safety cables and a light
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Base Plate Kit, Tow Bar, Safety Cables, and Wiring to Tow a 2005 Automatice Volkswagen Golf Diesel
You will be able to tow the 2005 Golf, automatic diesel using a tow bar. But first, you will need to install base plate kit, # 521228-1. You will then need a tow bar compatible with EZ style base plates. The RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, will work with these base plates. If you want the base plates to be removable and use the Tracker Tow Bar, you will also need Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, # RM-201. You will also need safety cables and a light kit as required by law. Fo
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Base Plates, Tow Bar, Safety Cables, and Light Kit to Tow a 1988 Mitsubishi Mighy Max Pickup Truck
To tow your 1988 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, you will need a few items. First, you will need to install base plates on the Mighty Max. You will need Roadmaster Standard Base Plate Kit, # 808-1. These base plates are for 2-wheel drive models. There are no base plate kits for 4-wheel drive models. Next, to use the Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar, # 63180, you will need Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Tow Bar Adapter, # RM-025. Keep in mind that this tow bar is rated for towing speeds of 45 miles per ho
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Base Plate Kit ,Tow Bar, Safety Cables, and Lighting, to Tow a 2004 Jeep Wrangler
In order to use a tow bar with your Jeep, you will need to add base plates, # 1424-1. You will then need to add Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Tow Bar Adapter, # RM-025, to be able to use the Tow Ready Tow Bar, # 63180. Keep in mind that this tow bar is rated for towing speeds of 45 miles per hour or less. The RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, may be a much better choice if you will be towing often or long distances. This tow bar would not require the adapter, but to make the tow bar
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Base Plate Kit, Tow Bar, Safety Cable, Wiring to Tow 2005 Jeep Liberty with 2002 Holiday Rambler
To tow the 2005 Jeep Liberty with your 2002 Holiday Rambler, you will first need a base plate kit for the Liberty. I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 1422-1. If your Liberty has a brush guard, you will not be able to attach any base plates. I have included a link to a video installation of a base plate kit on a Jeep Liberty to give you a better idea of how they install. This is not the same kit but the installation will be similar. With the base plates installed you will then ne
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Base Plate Kit, Tow Bar, Safety Cables, and Light Kit to Tow 2002 Dodge Durango with 2007 GMC Yukon
To tow the 2002 Dodge Durango behind a 2007 GMC Yukon, I recommend the more economical choice of using a tow bar. First, you will need RoadMaster MX Base Plate Kit, # 266-3, for the Durango. Please note that the available base plate kits only fit 4 wheel drive models. You can then use RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520. This tow bar does not require a hitch ball on the tow vehicle. It fits into a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver. I have included a video review of this tow bar below. You would
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