Expert Answers about Base Plates

• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Ford Explorer
• We have everything you need to flat tow your new 2013 Ford Explorer with your 2009 Winnebago Chalet. Before we get into the parts that you will need, I recommend checking your owners manual for any restrictions or limitations for flat towing your Explorer. I did some research on your vehicle and the Explorer can be flat towed, but Ford may have specific procedures and restrictions for flat towing that will be listed in your owners manual. There are 5 items that you will need to complete your
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• Parts Needed for Flat Towing a 2005 Mini Cooper 5 Speed Behind a Sprinter Class C Diesel Motorhome
• Thanks for all of the information and research on parts for flat towing your 2005 Mini Cooper behind your Siesta Sprinter diesel Class C motor home. You have most of the parts correct, but there are some specific items you will need for your Mini. First, you need to wire the dinghy so that the combined brake and turn signals on the motor home will activate both the brake and turn signals on your Mini. The brake pedal would activate the brake lights with the key in the position you describe, b
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• Replacement Draw Bars for Road Master Base Plates for 2003 Saturn L-Series
• The Road Master Tow Bar Base Plate Kit, part # 523118-1, fits the 2003 Saturn Ion but is not the correct kit for your L-Series. Your vehicle uses base plate kit # 523114-1. Road Master does offer replacement EZ Lock arms separate from the entire base plate kit. These parts are considered special-order items and are not returnable. They require approximately 2 - 3 weeks lead time for production. The part numbers are C000528 for the driver side and C000529 for the passenger side.
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• Will Blue Ox Base Plates # BX2258 Fit 2013 Honda CR-V with Oil Cooler
• After consulting with Blue Ox, I have found that the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2258 is a good fit for the 2013 Honda CR-V you are looking at. Regarding the radiator/oil cooler, if it is a factory-installed item, you will have no problem with the installation of the base plates. If it is an after-market product, you can simply move it to a more convenient location behind the grille. To install the Blue Ox base plates you referenced, you will need to remove the bumper fascia as well as trim a
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Mini Cooper S Behind a Motor Home
• Please check the owner manuals or contact the manufacturers and ensure that your 2004 Mini Cooper can be towed, and make sure that the vehicle that you are planning to tow this car with can tow it. According to my research I have found that the 2004 Mini Cooper manual transmission option of your vehicle is considered flat tow-able. However, I was not able to find specific information regarding an automatic transmission version of this vehicle. Please make sure that you check your vehicle ow
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• What Baseplate Kit And Cover Will Fit a 2013 Honda CR-V
• The base plate kit that fits a 2013 Honda CR-V is the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate kit part # 521567-1. The covers that fit Roadmaster EZ Base Plate is part # RM-210. When the base plate arms are removed when not in use, these inserts cap the ends and keep debris and dirt out of the receivers. The Roadmaster base plate kit you referenced was designed for the Jeep Wrangler and would require a different cap than the EZ base plate kit for your CR-V.
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• Can Blue Ox Base Plates BX2605 Fit an Acclaim Tow Bar without an Adapter on a 2001 Ford Escape
• The Blue Ox base plates for the 2001 Ford Escape # BX2605 are not compatible with the Acclaim tow bar unless you use adapter # BX88133. You could use the Aventa # BX7445, Aladdin # BX4325, Alpha # BX7365, or Allure # BX7460P, without an adapter. You will also need safety cables like # RM-643 if you do not already have some. For lighting I recommend a simple solution like the E-Z mount kit # EZT20B to fit at the top of the rear hatch on your Escape. Most states now require supplemental brak
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• Pasts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with a Falcon 2 Tow Bar
• What is basically comes down to is how the winch is mounted. A lot of the winches for Jeeps require a different bumper or front guard that gets in the way and/or uses the same mounting locations as the base plates would. If you do not have an aftermarket bumper or guard and the winch is not using any of the same mounting locations as the base plates then it will most likely not be an issue. Be sure to consult the Jeep owners manual for more information on flat towing it. In addition to the ba
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2003 Chevy Tracker behind a Motor Home
• You will need to look up a 2003 Chevy Tracker because Geo ended in 1997. For a 2003 Chevy Tracker you can use the Blue Ox base plates # BX1636. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Blue Ox Acclaim, # BX4330. It is rated for 5,000 pounds and also includes another item you will need, safety cables. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. Next you will need a lighting solution. If you will not be towing the Tracker very often I recommend a magnetic kit li
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1999 GMC Yukon with a Blue Ox Tow Bar
• For the 1999 GMC Yukon, if the tow hooks bolt internally to the frame, externally to the bottom of the frame, and it is not a 1 ton or a diesel you can use Blue Ox base plates # BX1623 that you have referenced. These base plates are compatible with Blue Ox Adventurer, Aventa, Aladdin, Alpha, Allure and Titan tow bars. I have linked the instructions for you. You will also need safety cables if you do not already have some with your tow bar. You can use cables # RM-649. These are straight cable
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• Can Blue Ox Base Plates Work with a Roadmaster Blackhawk Tow Bar on a 2013 Chevy Traverse
• You can use your Roadmaster Blackhawk tow bar with Blue Ox base plates # BX1706 if you use adapter # RM-031. In addition to the tow bar and base plates, you will need safety cables like # RM-649. Next you will need a lighting solution. You can use a simple kit that attaches in the gap above the hatch like # EZT20B. And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Patriot # BRK2012 proportional system whic
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• Will the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1633 Fit on a 2002 Chevrolet 2500 HD
• I confirmed with Blue Ox that the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX1633, will fit on your 2002 Chevrolet 2500 HD and it will support the weight of your truck. Our website separates the vehicle fits for base plates because there are some base plates that will not fit the HD models, but this base plate will fit. Before you attempt to flat tow your truck, I recommend checking your owners manual for any flat towing limitations or restrictions that GM may have for your truck. If you determine that it i
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• Replacement Roadmaster Tow Bar Arms #C-001600 and #C-001601 for 2009 Subaru Forester
• The driver and passengers side base plate arms you need for your 2009 Subaru Forester are available. You will need Roadmaster part #' C-001600 for the drivers side replacement arm and Roadmaster part# C-001601 for the passenger side replacement arm.
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• Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Jeep Liberty
• It sounds like the only component left to complete the flat towing setup for your 2007 Jeep Liberty is a base plate kit. The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1122 that you referenced is confirmed to fit your 2007 Jeep Liberty and is confirmed to work with the Aventa tow bar that you have so it should work well for you. For tow bar wiring I would recommend the TrailerMate Tow Bar Wiring # TM781104. This kit quickly and easily installs and will take care of your wiring needs. If you do not have sa
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Jeep Wrangler Behind a Motor Home
• If you install base plates # 1424-1 the brackets will be permanently bolted into place, the drawbar arms are removable and all Roadmaster base plates are designed in such a way as to be compatible will all Roadmaster tow bars. So yes, you can use these base plates and the Falcon All-terrain tow bar # RM-522. You will also need safety cables like # RM-645. These cables will fit through the cable guides on the tow bar. Next you will need a lighting solution. I recommend the plug and play TowDad
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• Are Roadmaster Base Plates Compatible with a Reese Tow Bar for a 2012 Jeep Liberty
• The Roadmaster base plates, # 521434-1, will work with a Reese tow bar as long as it is Reese model 74950 and you use adapter # RM-025 with quick disconnects # RM-201. If it is a different model tow bar then it will not work. based on my research I found that the compatible Reese tow bar is only rated for 5,000 pounds so it is not likely the base plates will be compatible. For a compatible tow bar you can use the Tracker # RM-020 and you will also need the quick disconnects # RM-201. You will
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• What Trimming is Required to Install the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 1432-3 2011 Jeep Wrangler
• I attached a copy of the picture from the installation instructions that show the area that will need to be trimmed. I am going to send you a copy of the installation instructions for the Roadmaster Base Plates # 1432-3. If you scroll down to step 18 and check out figure Q. you will see exactly what trimming will be needed.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Behind a Motor Home
• Base plates # 1432-3 will fit your 2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon as long as it does not have an aftermarket bumper, winch, or guard. If it has the Warn Elite bumper, use # 1439-3. Shims should not be required. Both kits come with all of the necessary hardware required for installation. In addition to the base plates you will also need a compatible tow bar. The most popular option that is compatible with the MX base plates is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. I have linked instructions for you to view. You
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1993 Honda Del Sol Convertible Behind a Motor Home
• I will be happy to help you pick out the right parts to flat tow your 1993 Honda Del Sol behind your motor home. But first, you will want to consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if it can be flat towed and if so if there are any special requirements. Base plate kit # 508-8 is the correct kit for all models of the 1993 Del Sol. You will need to trim the splash guard on the bottom of the vehicle (not visible unless you are down there looking for it) to fit around the base plate brack
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Chevy Cobalt LT Sedan
• I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster who stated that if the lower grille pieces are removable then that indicates it has grille inserts and you would use # 523137-1 that you have referenced. If your lower grille has 3 sections like in the pictures for the base plates then that is the correct set. To be sure though you can take a picture and email it to me and I can determine which would be correct. Your Falcon 5250 should have some Quick Disconnects, # RM-201, to go from the tow bar to the b
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Honda Element with a Sterling Tow Bar
• The Roadmaster XL base plates, # 1541-1, are compatible with a 2006 Honda Element (not EX-P models) and the Sterling tow bar. The EX-P models just have a different design and require their own style base plates to fit. So after base plates and the tow bar, the next item you will need is safety cables if you do not already have some (the Sterling tow bar should have come with some). I recommend using straight cables # RM-649 to fit in the channels in the tow bar. Next you will need a light
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1993 Honda Accord with a Draw-Tite Tow Bar
• If you have the Draw-Tite tow bar 2480 then you would need to use adapter # RM-025 to be compatible with Roadmaster base plates, # 1506-1. These base plates have fixed arms so they will always be present and visible. For a set that has removable arms and will not be visible, go with # 1526-3. But you would also need quick disconnects, # RM-201, to make them removable when using the adapter. With the base plates and the tow bar figured out, next you will need safety cables like # RM-643. The c
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Ford Escape Behind a Motor Home
• Base plates are sold separately from the other components you will need to flat tow your 2009 Ford Escape. The first thing you will want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if the vehicle can be flat towed and if there are any special requirements or procedures to follow if it can be flat towed. The base plate kit # BX2605 includes everything needed to install the base plates to the vehicle. It also includes a set of cables that are meant to wrap around the frame. You
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• Tow Bar Recommendation for Roadmaster Base Plates on a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
• The Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit, 523168-1, that you purchased is compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. I recommend using a Roadmaster tow bar because tow bars from other manufacturers are not directly compatible with Roadmaster base plates and an additional adapter would be required. I have attached a link to all of the Roadmaster tow bars for you to check out. Each of these tow bars come with a bar to tie the removable draw bars together. The tow bar that I would recommend is the F
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Dodge Dakota
• The area of the front fascia that would need to be trimmed out on the 2008 Dodge Dakota is the same area where the tow hooks would come out if they were present on the vehicle. I have included a picture showing the area that needs to be trimmed. I included a second picture that shows the completed installation from the front. In addition to the base plates you will also need a compatible tow bar. I recommend the Aventa, # BX7445, because the 10K capacity is enough for your truck and it comes
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• Correct Base Plate Kit for Towing a 1995 Toyota Tacoma with a Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar RM-525
• The # 1133-2 Roadmaster base plate kit you referenced is a fit for the 4WD models of the 1995 Toyota Tacoma but you would need an adapter to use it with a Roadmaster Falcon 2 5250 tow bar, our part # RM-525. To make things easier, get the Blue Ox base plate kit # BX3728, as this will connect directly to the tow bar without need for an adapter, and it is also a custom-fit for your vehicle. For a simple wiring solution, you could use a magnetic light kit such as part # C-ATL20A. The Roadma
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Ford Flex Front Wheel Drive Behind a RV
• You can flat tow your front wheel drive 2009 Ford Flex with your RV. Before flat towing any vehicle, you should check your owners manual for any restrictions or procedures that required to flat tow your vehicle. To flat tow your Flex, you will need 5 items, a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, tail light wiring and a supplemental braking system. For a base plate kit, you can use the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 4418-1, that you referenced. This base plate kit has removable arms and i
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara with an Aventa Tow Bar
• The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the Suzuki owners manual to determine if the vehicle can be flat towed and if there are any special requirements or procedures to do so. For base plates, use # BX3520 that you have referenced. They are compatible with the Aventa II tow bar that you have. If you need to add safety cables I recommend # BX88197 because they have enough capacity, 10,000 pounds, for your Suzuki Grand Vitara. Next you will need a lighting solution. If you wi
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Honda CR-V without Brush Guard or Bumper Fascia
• You would not need to install any type of cross bar in order to install a Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 1555-1 on your 2006 Honda CR-V and since you do not have the lower fascia or brush guard I would recommend you get a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 1555-1. However, since you are using an older Roadmaster Falcon tow bar you will need to use a Roadmaster Quick Disconnect Tow Bar Base Assembly # 910021-00. But this is not because of the base plate kit. To complete your towing setup you may b
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Mini Clubman Behind a Motor Home
• On a 2012 Mini Clubman you will have to trim the front fascia to install base plates on the vehicle. There is no modification you can do to get around it. If trimming is something you just do not want to do, or cannot do (if the vehicle is leased for example) then the best thing to do would be to use a small car trailer to carry the vehicle. If trimming is acceptable then starting with the base plates, # BX1307, you will then need a tow bar. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Alpha, #
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a Vehicle with a Roadmaster Base Plate and Blue Ox Aventa Tow Bar
• Yes, but you will need an adapter. You will need a RoadMaster Base Plate to Blue Ox and Tow Bar Adapter # RM-033 to be able to go from a Roadmaster Classic Base Plate kit # 442-2 to a Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar # BX7445. The Aventa comes with safety cables but you may be interested in the following products to complete your towing setup: Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit # RM-201, this will provide you with an easy way to connect and disconnect the tow bars from the base plates. Fo
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• Mounting Points and Removal of Bumper Cover To Install Roadmaster Base Plates on 2012 Suzuki SX4
• The Roadmaster # 521019-1 Base Plate Kit for your 2012 Suzuki SX4 is indeed secured to the front side of the frame rails. Just like most of the Roadmaster Base Plates, the front bumper cover will need to be removed from the vehicle in order to access the front of the frame members so the base plate mounting brackets can be installed. Before attempting to flat tow the vehicle, I would urge you to consult the owners manual and Suzuki regarding procedures for safely flat towing the vehicle. S
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Jeep Liberty Behind a 16 Foot Truck
• It is possible to tow your 2011 Jeep Liberty behind the 16 foot truck. And, if you get all the parts required and follow the information in the recreational towing section of your owners manual, it will be safe. The first thing you are going to want to look at is the owners manual. There will be specific information on flat towing the vehicle. Next, you will need base plates, # 521433-1 (All except Renegade. Fits without rockguard or skid plate). Or use # 521434-1 (All except Renegade, may ha
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• Base Plates, Wiring, Braking to Flat Tow a 2003 Honda CR-V Behind a Motor Home with Falcon Tow Bar
• Base plates are vehicle specific so you will need to get some for your 2003 Honda CR-V. But first, go ahead and check the owners manual for any additional important information on flat towing it. For base plates, you can use # 1541-1 if your CR-V does NOT have a brushguard. If it does have a brushguard use # 1541-3. Since you have used the Falcon Tow Bar before, you may not need to add safety cables if you already have some. If you do need safety cables use # RM-643. You will also need
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• Roadmaster Base Plates for a 2012 Jeep Liberty and BlackHawk Tow Bar
• Yes, you can use either # 521433-1 (if the Liberty does not have a rockguard or skid plate) or # 521434-1 (if it does have a rockguard or skidplate). Either set is compatible with your BlackHawk tow bar. You will also need safety cables like # RM-643. Next you will need a lighting solution. I recommend the plug and play TowDaddy harness # TD3008S for the easiest installation. You will also need a supplemental braking system on the Jeep as required by law in most states. The easiest to set
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• Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Installation on a 2013 Ford C-Max
• The Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit, # 524432-1, bolts to the bumper core and subframe of your 2013 Ford C-Max. I have attached a link to the installation instructions for you to check out. The instructions include photos of the installation steps. Roadmaster also requires red loctite, # LT37420, to be used on all bolts. There may be some fascia trimming required on your C-Max. The receivers for the draw bars will require an opening on both sides of the lower front grille. Check out the photo
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Honda Accord with a 30 ft Motorhome
• The first thing you want to do to determine if your vehicle can be flat towed is to consult towing section of the owners manual of your 2008 Honda Accord. There should be a section on flat towing that will list any restrictions on flat towing that your vehicle may have. If you owners manual says you are good to go the first thing you are going to need is a base plate kit. For that I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521561-1 that you referenced. This will provide you with the attac
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• Can a Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar Flat Tow a 2013 Nissan Versa with a Roadmaster Base Plate Kit
• Yes, you can use the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar # BX4325 with the Roadmaster Base Plate kit # 52353-1 as long as you use a RoadMaster Base Plate to Blue Ox and Demco Tow Bars Adapter # RM-033. To complete your towing setup you may be interested in the following products: Quick disconnects # RM-201, these allow the tow bar to be disconnected from the base plate kit easily and quickly. Blue Ox Patriot # BRK2012, most states now require supplemental braking by law. I attached an FAQ on suppleme
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• Recommended Components for Flat Towing 2002 Jeep Liberty Behind a Motor Home
• The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 1422-1 you referenced is a good fit for your 2002 Jeep Liberty as long as your vehicle does not have a brush guard. This kit features a hidden bracket design which allows the draw bars to be easily removed via 2 pins, giving the base plates a more subtle appearance. It is also compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. If your Jeep does have a brushguard, you can go with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521426-1. Prior to flat towing your vehicle, be sure t
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2002 Jeep Liberty Behind a Motor Home with a Roadmaster Tow Bar
• There are a few base plate options for the 2002 Jeep Liberty. If it does not have a brush guard then use XL kit # 1422-1. If it does have a brush guard use EZ kit # 521426-1. Either set is compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. In addition to the base plates and tow bar you will also need safety cables unless you already have some. I recommend coiled cables # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For a lighting kit I recommend the TowDaddy kit # TD1003. In pl
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Kia Sportage Behind a Motor Home
• It will be hidden but you can reach up behind the grille to access the wiring plug with base plates # 522113-1 installed. You can see the finished installation in the pictures in the instructions which I have linked for you. In addition to the base plates you will also need a compatible tow bar. The most popular option is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. You will also need safety cables # RM-643. For a lighting kit you could use something like # RM-2100 if you will not be towing the vehicle very of
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Honda CR-V Behind a Motor Home
• Blue Ox does make some good products and the Patriot # BRK2012 is one of the best braking systems you could use. It is relatively easy to install, much more so than some other braking systems out there. And it can be used with active power assist braking systems. I would go with it. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. I have also included a link to an FAQ article on supplemental braking systems for you to view. For the BX2258 base plates, make sure that
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Ford F-150 Behind a Motor Home
• First, you have to make sure that your 2007 Ford F-150 does not exceed 5,000 pounds. If so then you can use base plates # BX2169 and they are compatible with the Allure tow bar # BX7460P. If your truck does weigh over 5,000 pounds then I recommend Roadmaster base plates # 495-1A and using Blackhawk tow bar, # RM-422, with safety cables # BX88197. This is because the capacity of the Blue Ox base plates is 5,000 pounds. Depending on what is in the truck and how it is equipped you could easily go o
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• Availability of Blue Ox System to Flat Tow a 2013 Honda Fit Sport With Fog Lights
• The Blue Ox flat towing system for the 2013 Honda Fit Sport with fog lights is the same as the 2012 model. The Blue Ox Base Plates, part # BX2253, will fit both the 2012 and 2013 Honda Fit Sport with fog lights. These base plates would be compatible with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar, part # BX7365. In addition to the base plates and tow bar, you will also need safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For lighting and safety cables I would recommend the Blue Ox Universal Towing Acces
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• Base Plate Recommendations for Flat Towing a 1998 Honda Civic 5-Speed Transmission
• After some research, I have found that your 1998 Honda Civic with a 5-speed manual transmission can be flat-towed without the need for a dolly. For your car, the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 510-1 is a compatible fit, regardless of whether your vehicle has fog lights or not. This base plate kit features removable brackets to lessen the visibility of the kit when not in use. The drawbars can be removed via 2 pins and the kit requires no welding for installation. These base plates will fit all R
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Jeep Liberty Behind a Motor Home
• On the base plate kit # BX1122 the tabs are 20 inches apart on center. The only tow bars that can be used are the Aventa, # BX7445, Alpha, # BX7365, Aladdin, # BX4325, and Allure, # BX7460P. The most popular of these is the Aventa, # BX7445. It also comes with safety cables so you would not have to add any. You will also need a lighting solution to flat tow the vehicle. I recommend the plug and play TowDaddy harness # TD1003. You will also need extension # RM-300150-00 to go from the vehicle
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• Recommended Tow Bar Base Plates for 2002 and 2004 Honda Accord
• According to Roadmaster, their # 1545-1 Base Plate Kit is compatible with a 2002 and 2004 Honda Accord. I am told that the OEM fog lights will not interfere with the installation, but you can see this yourself by clicking on the instruction link or looking at the photo I provided. The base plates can be used with a Blue Ox tow bar, with the addition of the # RM-032 adapter. In addition to the base plates and tow bar, you will also need safety cables (if your tow bar does not already have t
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Ford Explorer with a Falcon 5250 Tow Bar
• Yes you can use Roadmaster base plates # 4427-1A on your 2013 Ford Explorer and it will be compatible with the Falcon 5250 tow bar that you have. In addition to the tow bar and base plates you will also need safety cables like # RM-643 unless you already have some. You will also need a lighting solution such as # C-ATL20A if you will not be towing often or # TD10000S for a more permanent solution. Most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being flat towed. The ea
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• Replacement Attachment Tabs for Blue Ox Base Plates # BX1123
• If you are talking about the removable attachment tabs then we do have those. For 1 use # BX62-3468. I have included a link to a video review of this part for you. If this is not the part you need then I have included a link to the instructions for Blue Ox base plates # BX1123. There is a parts break down that you can use to identify the part needed. If you can tell me the year, make, and model of the vehicle I can also recommend all other parts you will need to flat tow the vehicle includ
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• Parts Needed to Tow a 1997 Mazda 626 with Blue Ox Tow Bar and Roadmaster Base Plates
• You will need to use an adapter to go from the Blue Ox tow bar to the Roadmaster base plates # 707-2. You can use adapter # RM-033 if you have a Blue Ox Alpha, Aventa, Aventa II, Aventa LX, Kar Bar, Aladdin, Alexxa, or Acclaim tow bar. If you have a Blue Ox Rangefinder II tow bar then you would use adapter # RM-037. In addition to the tow bar, base plates, and adapter, you will also need safety cables like # RM-643. For lighting there are several options. If you will not be towing the vehi
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Jeep Compass with Manual Transmission
• There are 5 items needed to flat tow a vehicle: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For base plates for the 2013 Jeep Compass we have # BX1132 that you have referenced. These base plates provide a safe and secure connection point for a tow bar. This set of base plates is compatible with the Blue Ox Aventa, Aladdin and Allure tow bars. The most popular of these is the Aventa # BX7445. This tow bar also comes with another item you will need, safety cables, a
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• Recommendations For Flat Towing a 2002 Honda Odyssey EX
• To flat tow your 2002 Honda Odyssey you do have to follow a pre-towing preparation that is stated in your vehicles owners manual. Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. When preparing to tow your vehicle, make sure the transmission fluid level is full. Do not overfill. The automatic transmission must be run through this procedure every day immediately before towing. 1. Start the engine 2. Press on the brake pedal. Shift the lever through all the positions (P, R, N, D, 2
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• Will Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plates, Part # BX3332, Fit 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
• Yes, the Blue Ox Base Plates, part # BX3332, are the correct parts for your 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. They are fully compatible with your Aventa tow bar. This base plate kit includes the removable arms you referenced, part # BX62-3468. We have not yet had the opportunity to install the Blue Ox #BX3332 on the 2012 Captiva so no video is available at this time. However, the included installation instructions provide excellent color photos that will be helpful in completing the install. I ha
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• Base Plate and Tow Bar Recommendation for a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
• We have two base plate options for your 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. You can install the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX1679, or the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, # 523145-5. I would go with the Roadmaster EZ base plate kit because the installation will be a little easier and will not require you to remove and reinstall the headlights. The EZ base plates are compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. The Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520, is our most popular Roadmaster tow bar. If you wanted to stay with
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Saturn Outlook Behind a Motor Home
• Detailed instructions on removing the front fascia on the 2007 Saturn Outlook are included in the instructions. There are also pictures to provide additional detail. However, please note that the correct base plates for your Outlook are # BX3330. The ones that you referenced fit the Aura. In addition to the base plates you will also need a compatible tow bar. The most popular option for the BX3330 base plates is the Aventa, # BX7445. This tow bar also comes with another item you will need; sa
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2002 GMC Sonoma 2-Wheel Drive Behind a Class C Motor Home
• The Reese tow bar 74943 is now an obsolete tow bar so I cannot say if it is a direct fit or if an adapter will allow it to be used with the Roadmaster base plates. There is an adapter for similar tow bars, # RM-025, but we have it listed as fitting specific tow bars (Draw-Tite (2480), Reese (74950), Valley, EAZ-Lift and Tow Ready (63180)). The best and safest option is to match the base plates and tow bar. Base plates # 161-1 are designed for the 2002 GMC Sonoma, 2-wheel drive, ZR2 and Xtreme
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• Installation of Blue Ox Base Plates # BX1656 on 2007 Chevrolet Colorado
• The Blue Ox Base Plates, part # BX1656, are the correct base plates for your 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. Here are some installation notes when installing the # BX1656 base plates to your Colorado: 1. Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation 2. Requires some minor drilling 3. Requires some trimming of the belly pan 4. Tow hooks must be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation The Blue Ox Adventurer Tow Bar, part # BX7322, can be used with these base plates
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• What Tow Bar Base Plates for Flat-Towing a 2000 Honda CRV
• The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, part # BX2221, is a correct fit for all models of the 2000 CR-V. I have forwarded the installation instructions in a separate email. Flat-towing a vehicle requires several components; these are outlined in the attached FAQ article. These include base plates, tow bar, safety cables, tow lights for the CR-V and usually a supplemental braking system. You will want to check state/local laws concerning flat towing a vehicle to ensure you are in compliance with all requi
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2001 Ford Escape Behind a Motor Home with a Falcon 2 Tow Bar
• Since you have the Falcon 2 tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster XL style base plates # 481-3 for your 2001 Ford Escape. For a replacement base bar use # RM-067. If you are missing the base bar then you may also be missing the quick disconnects # RM-201. Or you can get them all together using # 910021-00. In addition to the base plates and tow bar you will also need safety cables like # RM-643. For a lighting solution there are a couple of options. If you will not be towing the vehicle very
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Subaru Impreza WRX Hatchback
• There is an adapter to go from Roadmaster base plates to Blue Ox tow bars. However, you will have to use the XL style base plates # 919-1. Then you can use adapter # BX88178. You said you bought the tow bar used, if it did not include the safety cables then you will need to add some using # BX88196. You will also need a lighting solution when flat towing the vehicle. If you will not be towing it very often then I recommend a magnetic kit # C-ATL20A. But if you want a more permanent solutio
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• Compatibility of Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar with MX Base Plates
• According to my Roadmaster representative, their older # 5250 Falcon tow bar is indeed compatible with MX base plates. When there is a plug and play system like the TrailerMate # TM783130 available, I recommend going the diode route.The installation is simple, and no holes will need to be drilled into the tail light assemblies. A brake light relay, part # RM-88400 might be required if used with a supplemental braking system. To determine if you do, go to the product page for the RM-88400 b
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Pontiac G6 GT Behind a Motor Home
• You can use the Blue Ox base plates # BX3235 for your 2009 Pontiac G6 GT. But first, you are going to want to consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if the vehicle can be flat towed and if there are any special requirements. From what I found if the vehicle has the 3.9 liter V6 motor it cannot be flat towed. But it is not clear if it can be dolly towed or not. You would need to talk to a GM tech at a dealership to determine if dolly towing is acceptable. If you find that you can flat
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• Can a Kia Soul with Automatic Transmission be Flat-Towed?
• The Kia Soul with automatic transmission cannot be flat-towed. Your best option for towing your Soul is to use a towing dolly, such as the RoadMaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes, part # RM-2000-1. This product is adjustable to fit many vehicles, and includes electric trailer brakes, radial tires, adjustable wheel nets, tail/brake lights and a 6-way round trailer connector. Since the front wheels are kept off the ground there is no need to alter your vehicle by installation of base plates o
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• Base Plate Recommendation for a 2011 Ford Escape Using a Falcon 5250 Tow Bar
• For your 2011 Ford Escape, I would recommend using the Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 4414-1. These base plates are compatible with the Falcon tow bars without requiring the use of an adapter. If you are using your Falcon tow bar from an older application, you may also need the Quick Disconnect Base Assembly, # 910021-00. This base comes with the tow bars, but they are often left or sold with the previous vehicles. After doing some research on your vehicle, I found that Ford does place speed r
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• Is Drilling Required for the Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit on a 2007 Toyota Tacoma
• Some drilling is required for the Roadmaster base plate kits if your 2007 Toyota Tacoma is a 2 wheel drive model. The 4 wheel drive and Prerunner models do not require drilling because there will be a bolt holding a frame cap in place. I have attached a photo showing where the drilling is required on the 2 wheel drive models. Only one 1/2 inch hole must be drilled on each side for the bottom support bracket. A few things to keep in mind with this base plate kit is that it will not work with
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Chevy Sonic Turbo
• The Blue Ox base plates # BX1703 fit all models of the 2012 Chevy Sonic including Turbo models and LTZ models. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for the proper procedure for flat towing the vehicle. In addition to the base plates you will also need a compatible tow bar. Only certain tow bars will fit the base plates, the most popular of which is the Aventa, # BX7445. This tow bar also comes with another required item, safety cables. Next you will need a lighting solution. If you
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• Removing Roadmaster # 1559-1 From 2010 Honda CR-V
• According to the installation instructions for the Roadmaster # 1559-1, the front clip or bumper cover is removed to access the hardware holding the base plates in place. The radiator cover also needs to be removed. Keep in mind that during the original installation, the bumper core is removed and is NOT REPLACED. The base plate crossbeam takes the place of a majority of the bumper structure. If you are removing the base plates, the bumper core or a replacement (if you no longer have it) will
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• Which Base Plate Installs Easily on a 2013 Smart ForTwo, Blue Ox # BX1987 or Roadmaster # 52285-1
• Blue Ox rates the installation difficulty for their 2013 Smart ForTwo base plates, part # BX1987, such that an experienced professional installer will typically need 4 hours to complete the install. (First-time installers will usually take significantly longer to complete the process.) The installation of this product requires removal of the front bumper fascia, some trimming of the bumper and air dam and some drilling. The Roadmaster # 52285-1, Base Plates for the 2013 Smart fortwo, accordin
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• Base Plates and Trailer Hitch Recommendations for 2005 Honda CR-V
• As a first step, check with your owners manual (emergency or recreational towing section) or Honda regarding the flat towability of your CR-V. Some vehicles will require modification in order to be flat towed safely. Unless your CRV has the Trim Package on the front bumper (see photo), the Roadmaster # 1555-1 will work just fine for you. If you do have the Trim Package, you will want to use # 1555-5. Keep in mind, trimming of the spoiler, air dam, grille or bumper fascia might be required.
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• Base Plate Recommendations for 2001 Jeep TJ
• For your 2001 Jeep Sport, you will need the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 1424-1. This product features a hidden bracket design and can be easily removed via 2 pins. The installation is easy and requires no welding and instructions and mounting hardware is included. Another option for your double-tube bumpered Jeep is the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1120. This item spreads towing force evenly which lessens the weight on your vehicles suspension. It also features easy installation with no weld
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 Behind a Motor Home
• Given that your 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 could easily get over the 5,000 pound limit of base plates # BX88152 I recommend going with a different set. The Roadmaster MX base plates, # 3154-3, are generally considered more heavy duty and are recommended for trucks and SUVs. For a compatible tow bar, you will want a Roadmaster model that slides into the hitch on the RV. For a compatible tow bar that will match the capacity of your hitch and cover the vehicle weight, take a look at the Blackhawk
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• Roadmaster Base Plate Compatibility with a 2013 Ford Explorer Sport with Twin Turbo Eco-Boost
• According to Roadmaster, the XL Base Plate Kit, # 4427-1A, will fit on your 2013 Ford Explorer Sport with the twin turbo eco-boost engine. If you are planning to flat tow your Ford Explorer, I would first recommend checking your owners manual for any restrictions or limitations on flat towing your vehicle. If you determine that you are able to flat tow your vehicle, you will need a few other items as well such as a tow bar, safety chains, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system.
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• Accessories for Flat Towing 2001 Chevy Silverado 2WD with Manual Transmission
• To flat tow a vehicle, you will need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution so that the towed vehicle has taillights that respond with those of the motorhome and a supplemental braking system. There are several different Roadmaster base plate kits that might be compatible with your truck. To determine which is the correct one for your truck, you will need to locate the three threaded holes on the side of the front frame member. Use a ruler to transfer the location of
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• Can a 2003 Ford Windstar Be Flat Towed Without Transmission Damage?
• I checked our towing information resources for specifics about flat towing a 2003 Ford Windstar and I was unable to confirm whether this vehicle can be safely flat towed. I also checked the Ford website and the Windstar is not listed by Ford as one of their vehicles for which flat-towing is recommended. You will want to consult your vehicle owners manual and your local Ford dealer for guidance as to what options may be applicable. It is possible that in order to flat-tow your Windstar you
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• Will Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 523149-1 Fit Both 2007 Saturn Outlook and 2013 Buick Enclave
• While I would recommend you use new hardware for the new vehicle, after speaking with my contact at Roadmaster, I have found the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 523149-1 you used for your 2007 Saturn Outlook will work on your 2013 Buick Enclave. I have included links to our FAQ pages on tow bar wiring and what wiring kits are best for you. I have also included a link to a video showing the installation of this product on a 2009 Buick Enclave. While it is not the same model as your vehicle, the
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• Parts Included With Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 522112-1 for 2013 Kia Soul
• According to Roadmaster, the # 522112-1 base plate kit is compatible with the 2013 Kia Soul, manual transmission equipped models only. (Auto transmission models are not flat towable.) I am not sure what you mean by the forks . . . are you referring to the removable draw bars that the tow bar quick disconnects would attach to? (Refer to part # 15 and 16 shown on the first page of the instructions I have linked to.) The diagram also shows everything included with the base plate kit, including
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Chevy HHR Behind a Motor Home
• This has actually come up before and Roadmaster explained that they have not tested their base plates with the EAZ Lift tow bars so I cannot say if they will fit or not. You would need to contact EAZ Lift to determine if they have tested it with Roadmaster or Blue Ox base plates. What I recommend is using the Roadmaster base plates, # 3141-1, and using a tow bar that you know is compatible like the Falcon 2, # RM-520. You will also need safety cables like # RM-643. Next you will need a light
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• Confirming Fit of Roadmaster # 1175-1 Base Plate Kit on 2012 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
• According to my Roadmaster representative, the # 1175-1 is indeed compatible with your 2012 Tacoma 4x4. I typically recommend that folks confirm the flat towability of their vehicle, but it sounds like you are already on top of that. In addition to the tow bar and base plates, you will also need safety cables, a lighting solution and a supplemental braking system. For safety cables, I would recommend the # RM-646. There are several different wiring and braking solutions available. If you c
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• Where Do Blue Ox Base Plates Install on a 2008 Honda Accord
• What you are seeing under your 2008 Accord is normal. You will not really be able to see the attachment points. You have to remove several components first before you can start installing the Blue Ox base plates # BX2249. The attachment points are located on the vehicle frame which is not readily visible at the point where the base plate cross member installs. Since you already plan on using a Blue Ox tow bar (base plates are only compatible with Blue Ox Adventurer, Acclaim, Ambassador, Avent
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner 2WD Behind a Motor Home
• The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # 1155-1, for your 2000 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner 2WD is compatible with the Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar #5250. The Falcon 5250 tow bar is an older design and is no longer made and was replaced by the newer Falcon # RM-522 and Falcon 2, # RM-520. The quick disconnect bar is not included with the base plates. It is normally included with the Roadmaster tow bar. If you need the quick disconnect bar you will need to use the Roadmaster Quick Disconnect Tow Bar B
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• Can a 2010 Hyundai Sonata With Automatic Transmission be Flat Towed With an RV
• Based on my research it appears that a 2010 Hyundai Sonata with automatic transmission cannot be flat-towed, but I suggest you double-check your owners manual and/or speak to a Hyundai dealer to confirm. Front wheel drive automatic transmission vehicles usually require either disconnection of the drive shaft or addition of a transmission lubrication pump in order to be flat towed. However, there is a simpler option that does not require modification of your vehicle. A Towing Dolly may be your
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• Flat Towing Procedures for a 2012 Chevy Equinox
• The best place to find information on the proper way to flat tow a vehicle is the owners manual of the vehicle. There should be a section on flat-towing that will have all of the information needed including any restrictions. If you check out the picture I attached you will see the RV towing section of your vehicle that has all of the proper procedures you will need to take. I attached an FAQ article on flat towing for you to check out also.
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• Replacement Twist Bar for Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, Part # 521423-1
• I have attached a photo showing an exploded view of this Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit with Removable Arms, part # 521423-1. This will help to identify the exact parts you are looking for by replacement part number. If I am correct, you are looking for the Passenger Side Drawbar, which is available as a stand-alone item, part #C000422. On the exploded diagram this is labeled as item number 15. The driver side drawbar is also available, part # C000421. This is labeled as item number 14. A link
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• Will Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, Part # 52256-1, Fit a 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
• This particular tow bar bracket, part # 52256-1, Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, is not compatible with a 2006 PT Cruiser. I suggest the Roadmaster base plate kit for your PT Cruiser, part # 278-1. This base plate kit features computer-cut powder-coated steel construction and installs with included hardware and no welding. This is compatible with the 5000-pound capacity RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, part # RM-020. A tow bar bracket and tow bar are just two of the components required by law to
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• Roadmaster Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
• The Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 1419-7 that you referenced would be a great choice to be used with your Roadmaster tow bar. You might be interested in the following products to complete your flat-towing setup also: RoadMaster 68 inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643. These cables are coiled which would allow you to wrap them around the arms of your tow bar to keep them from dragging. Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit # RM-201. For lighting I attached an FAQ article that
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• Estimated Installation Time for Blue Ox Base Plates on a 2013 Ford Edge
• Blue Ox estimates the installation time of base plate kit # BX2628 at 3 hours for an experienced installer. They also add the following comment: The first installation of a particular baseplate, and installation by untrained individuals will likely increase installation time substantially. Base plate kit # BX2628 will fit the 2013 Ford Edge if it does not have adaptive cruise control. Adaptive Cruise Control systems use a radar or laser sensor mounted in the front of vehicle that automaticall
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• Can a 2012 Honda Civic with Automatic Transmission be Flat Towed Behind a Motor Home
• While there are people that flat tow the 2012 Honda Civic automatic, I have found that Honda states that the vehicle should not be flat towed. You will want to consult the owners manual to verify the flat tow-ability of the vehicle. If the owners manual says not to then I do not recommend going against what Honda says. If you find that the vehicle can be flat towed then there are 5 items you will need: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. Blue Ox base plate
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• Base Plate Recommendation for a 2000 GMC Jimmy with 4WD
• There are base plate kits available for your 2000 GMC Jimmy with 4-wheel drive. Check out the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1616. This base plate kit is confirmed to work on 2000 GMC Jimmys with 4 wheel drive. There are several other components needed to flat-tow a vehicle. Next, you will need a tow bar. For that I would recommend you get a Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar # BX4325. This comes with safety cables also. For lighting there are several options. Check out the FAQ article I attached on how
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2005 Chrysler Sebring Hardtop Sedan with a Blue Ox Tow Bar
• Since Blue Ox does not make a base plate kit for the 2005 Chrysler Sebring sedan hardtop, the only kit you can use is Roadmaster XL base plates # 270-1. In order to use the Blue Ox tow bar you will need to use an adapter, # BX88178. This adapter will result in a 24 inch spacing between the brackets. You will need to determine if your tow bar can be used at this 24 inch spacing. You will also need safety cables like # RM-643. For lighting, there are several options. If you will not be towing t
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Honda Fit Behind a Motor Home
• To install Roadmaster base plates # 521558-1, trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia may be required on some models of the 2007 Honda Fit. On the frame, at most there will be some drilling required. The 521557-1 kit that mentioned is designed to fit the Civic, not the Fit. In addition to the base plates you will also need a tow bar. The most popular tow bar option for the EZ style base plates is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. You will also need safety cables like # RM-643. You will
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1995 Jeep Wrangler with a Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar
• For the 1995 Jeep Wrangler with the U-channel bumper you can use base plates # 1409-3 with your Sterling tow bar. The Sterling tow bar includes the safety cables so you will not need to add additional cables. It should also have a 6-Way connector. Magnetic light kit # SPL30B-6 uses a 6-Way connector if you do not already have a light kit. In additional to the base plates, tow bar, safety cables, and lights, most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being flat towed.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Jeep Liberty Sport Latitude with Falcon 5250 Tow Bar
• The Roadmaster Falcon 5250 is compatible with the quick disconnects and all Roadmaster base plate kits. There are a few options for your 2012 Jeep Liberty depending on how it is equipped. If it does not have a rockguard or skid plate then use # 521433-1. If it does have a rockguard or skid plate use # 521434-1. I have included links to the instructions for the first set and a video install of the second set. In addition to the base plates and tow bar you will also need safety chains like # RM
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Saturn L Series
• The Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 523102-1 will work with the Roadmaster Falcon 5250 Tow Bar on your 2000 Saturn L. The Falcon 5250 tow bar is a discontinued tow bar. The EZ base plates feature removable draw bar arms that you can remove when you are not flat towing the vehicle. In addition to the base plates and tow bar, you will also need safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system for the Saturn. For safety cables, I recommend the coiled cables, part # RM-643. The co
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• Determining if a 2013 Honda Fit Can Be Flat Towed Behind a Motor Home
• When flat towing a vehicle with a motor home, the end of the tow bar that attaches to the base plate arms should not exceed a rise or drop of 3 inches from the center of the motor home hitch receiver. Once installed, the height of the arms of the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX2253, on your 2013 Honda Fit will be 13-1/2 inches. Next, park your motor home on level ground and measure from the ground to the center of the trailer hitch receiver. If the center of your hitch receiver is above 16-1/2
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• Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 1985 Toyota Pickup 2 Wheel Drive Using a Blue Ox Tow Bar
• To attach your Blue Ox tow bar to your 1985 Toyota Pickup, you simply need a compatible set of Blue Ox base plates. The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX3708, that you referenced is the correct Blue Ox base plate kit for your truck and it is compatible with all Blue Ox tow bars. This kit includes all necessary installation hardware. Before you flat tow your truck, I would recommend checking your owners manual or with Toyota to confirm that your vehicle can be flat towed. Often times vehicle manuf
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• Base Plate Recommendation for 1997 Geo Tracker 4 Door 4WD
• For your 1997 4WD 4-Door Geo Tracker, the Roadmaster XL Base Plate # 1007-2 provides a custom fit. The base plate you referenced, # 118-8, works only for the 2-door models of the 1997 Geo Tracker. For this item, there is no welding required and it is a vehicle-specific base plate that ensures a perfect fit for your Tracker. It is compatible with Quick Disconnects and all Roadmaster tow bars. I have included a photo showing a close-up view of how this product will fit on your vehicle. I ha
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• Will Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521423-1 Fit on 2003 Liberty Limited 4x4
• After speaking with my contact at Roadmaster, I was told that only the tow bar and the quick disconnect are a universal fit, meaning the tow bar mounting brackets and its parts are unique and vehicle specific. As such, there is no guarantee the parts will fit with another vehicle. I have attached a link to a video showing the installation of this product to a 2002 Jeep Liberty. While it's not the same model as your vehicle, the installation techniques are similar. Also, the plates you referen
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• Roadmaster Base Plate Kit Recommendation for 2006 Chevy TrailBlazer Blue OX Rangefinder II Tow bar
• You could use a Roadmaster base plate kit with your Blue Ox Rangefinder II but you will need to use a Blue Ox Rangefinder II to Roadmaster Bracket Adapter # RM-037. For a base plate kit you will need a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 3109-1. This kit is confirmed to fit your 2006 Chevy TrailBlazer as long as it is not an SS model. The base plate kit # 1418-1 that you referenced is not confirmed to fit your vehicle and would not work for you. For more information on supplemental braking chec
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport Behind a Motor Home
• The Roadmaster base plates that you referenced, # 1432-1, are designed for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler provided that it does not have an aftermarket bumper, winch, or guard. I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and they will fit the Sport models. In addition to the base plates you will also need a tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. The most popular tow bar for the XL base plates is the Falcon 2, # RM-520, and for safety cables use # RM-643. For lighting there are a fe
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• Required Fascia Trimming to Install Blue Ox # BX1689 Base Plate Kit on 2012 GMC Terrain
• I looked over the installation instructions, and found mention of fascia trimming needed for the Equinox, but no specific mention of the Terrain. I phoned Blue Ox, and they told me that the most models of the Terrain should not need the fascia trimmed, but there will be trimming needed on the flanges that extend out from the front of the frame members as well as some other structures that are hidden by the fascia. I was told that if any of the fascia DID need to be trimmed, it would be the b
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