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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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Chevy Cruze 2LT with Manual Transmission
For the 2012 Chevy Cruze it looks like there are base plates for various models. If your 2LT does not have fog lights and is not an RS model then I reocmmend the Roadmaster base plates # 523168-1. If you have an Eco model with active air shutter system, go with # 523170-1. And for an RS model the only option is # BX1698. For either of the Roadmaster base plates I recommend the Falcon 2 tow bar # RM-520. If you need the Blue Ox base plates then go with the Aventa LX tow bar # BX7445. For safet
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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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Tow Bar and Accessories for Flat Towing 2006 Jeep Liberty
The Tow Ready # 63180 tow bar you referenced could be used on a 2006 Liberty, but you would be limited to towing at a maximum of 45 mph. In order to be able to tow at normal highway speeds, you would need a standard tow bar like the Blue Ox Aventa, part # BX7445. The tow bar includes the necessary safety cables, but you will also need a base plate kit like the Blue Ox # BX1122 to provide an attachment point on the vehicle for the tow bar, a lighting solution like the Trailer Mate # TM781104 t
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500 2 Wheel Drive
From the research I did you would need to install a lube pump in order to flat tow your 2008 Chevy 1500. However, you will need to go by what is in the owners manual of your vehicle as the final authority, or you can contact a Chevy dealership for their recommendations. At this time we do not carry lube pumps either. If you do determine that you can flat tow your vehicle the first thing you are going to need is set of base plates to provide the attachment point from the vehicle to the tow bar
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Saturn Ion Behind a Motor Home
To determine if your specific 2006 Saturn Ion can be flat towed behind a motor home, the first thing you are going to want to do is check the owners manual. It will tell you if the vehicle can be flat towed and if there are any specific procedures or equipment that you will need. If your Saturn is NOT a Red Line and does not have the exterior performance package then you can use base plates # BX3325. If it is a Red Line use # BX3327. Next you will need a compatible tow bar. The Alpha, # BX
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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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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Chevy HHR Behind a Motor Home
I looked up an online version of the owners manual for a 2007 Chevy HHR and found that it can be flat towed. It gives the following steps: First set the parking brake. Then turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the steering wheel. Next shift into neutral. Then release the parking brake. You also have to pull fuse 8 from the floor console fuse block to prevent draining the battery. The manual also states to not exceed 65 miles per hour. Any time you ever have a flat towing question, you should a
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Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Jeep Wrangler
The first thing you are going to need to flat tow your 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be a base plate kit. This provides the attachment point for the tow bars to the vehicle. Since you referenced the Blue Ox Adventurer Tow Bar # BX7322 I would recommend you go with a Blue Ox Blue Ox Base Plates # BX1120. Next you will need some safety cables, for that I would recommend the Blue Ox 7 foot Safety Cables # BX88196. These safety cables are coiled and will get wrapped around the arms of the tow bar.
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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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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Chevy Cavalier
Yes, as long as you have a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 3116-1 then you could flat tow your 2004 Chevy Cavalier with a RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar # RM-020. To complete your towing setup you may also need the following products: Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnects # RM-201. These will allow you to quickly and easily attach and disconnect the tow bar from the base plate kit. RoadMaster 68 inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643. These are coiled so that you can just wrap them a
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2005 Chevy Equinox
I checked with Roadmaster and for your 2005 Chevy Equinox you would want a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 3127-1 so that you could flat tow your vehicle with a set of tow bars. The RoadMaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522 that you referenced will work with this base plate kit and comes with quick disconnects and built in safety cable guides so I would recommend you get the RoadMaster 64 inch Single Hook # RM-645 as well. For wiring there are several option, check out the FAQ article
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
There are several components needed to flat tow a vehicle such as your 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The first thing you will need is a base plate kit. For that I would recommend you get a Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521440-1A. This should work well with the RoadMaster StowMaster Car-Mounted Tow Bar # RM-501 that you referenced. This tow bar comes with quick-disconnects also. Now for safety chains I would recommend you go with RoadMaster 68 inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643. T
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Replacement Shank Assembly for Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 Tow Bar
According to my contact at Roadmaster, there are two different stinger assemblies available for the Blackhawk 2. The # 910019-20B is black in color, and there is a # 910019-20C is charcoal in color. Either assembly would be the correct replacement part for your towbar.
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Automatic Behind a Motor Home
Looking at the owners manual online for the 2013 Chevy Sonic, it looks like as long as you do not have an RS model with automatic transmission it can be flat towed or towed on a dolly. If it is an RS automatic you will need to have it on a trailer with all 4 wheels off the ground. If it is not an RS automatic then you can flat tow it using the following 5 components: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For base plates use # 523173-1. The base plates pr
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Ford Freestar Behind a Truck
The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the owners manual for the 2004 Ford Freestar to determine if it can be flat towed and if so if there are any special requirements. There are 5 items you will need to flat tow the vehicle. First, you will need base plates to provide the proper attachment point for a tow bar. You can use # 499-1. Then you will need the tow bar. The StowMaster, # RM-581, is a vehicle mount tow bar, which you will need since you will be towing the van with di
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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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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1996 Chevy C/K Series Pickup Truck Behind a Motor Home
I am glad you emailed us because there are some things that you need to be aware of. First, the Tow Ready tow bar, # 63180 is only rated for 5,000 pounds and your 1996 Chevy Silverado could easily exceed this capacity. The other problem with the tow bar is that it is only rated for a maximum speed of 45 miles per hour. We need to get you a proper set up. The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the truck owners manual to determine if it can be flat towed and if so what special r
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Jeep Liberty Jet Edition Behind a Motor Home
The Blue Ox Alpha tow bar # BX7365 and the Blue Ox base plates for the 2012 Jeep Liberty, # BX1131, are compatible so you can use them together. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation of the base plates for you. The Jet addition does not affect the fit. The vehicle in the video is a Jet edition so installation on your Liberty will be the same. The Alpha tow bar also comes with safety cables so you will not need to add those. Next you will need a lighting solution. I
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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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Are Replacement Parts for Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-522 Available
After speaking to my contact at Roadmaster, I have found the arms and the locking mechanisms on the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522 you referenced are both replaceable and sold separately. You can purchase the Inner Arm # 910021-65, the drivers side outer arm # 910021-12, and the passengers side outer arm # 910021-22 from etrailer, as well as the repair kit # 910003-45 that features the replacement locking mechanism.
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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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Is a Brake Light Relay Needed with an Even Brake System on a 2011 Ford Edge
Your assumptions about the braking system on the 2011 Ford Edge are correct. An active braking system, also called a continuous power assist system, is different than what is on your vehicle. You can use the Even Brake # RM-9400 with the 2011 Ford Edge. You should not need a brake light relay if you are using a 6-diode kit that uses the vehicle wiring, # 154-792-118158. If you are using a 4-diode kit or any kit that plugs in line with the vehicle wiring then the brake light relay is going to
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Maximum Towing Speed for RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar # RM-020 Towing 1997 Geo Tracker
After speaking to my contact at Roadmaster, I have found that the tow bar itself does not have a minimum/maximum speed in regards to towing. You will base your towing speed off the vehicle being towed, in this case, a 1997 Geo Tracker. You need to adhere to all posted speed limits when towing your Tracker with the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar # RM-020 but according to the vehicle owners manual, you should not go over 50 mph and after 200 miles, you should stop and start the Tracker to get the t
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Tow Bar, Base Plates and Accessories Needed to Flat Tow 2012 Scion xB
In order to flat tow your xB, you will need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, a wiring solution to provide lighting for the towed vehicle and a supplemental braking system. The Blue Ox Alpha tow bar you referenced would be a great choice that also includes safety cables. For base plates, the # BX3784 base plate kit is a fit for models equipped with fog lights. A good wiring solution is the LED Bulb and Socket Kit, # BX88267. This kit allows the flat towing wiring to remain completely
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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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How to Connect TowReady Towbar, part # 63180, to a 2010 Jeep Wrangler
A tow bar like the Tow Ready # 63180 connects to the towed Wrangler with vehicle-specific base plates. These plates mount to the vehicle frame and provide two brackets for the tow bar arms to attach. An example of base plates for your vehicle is part # 1432-1, Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit. To attach this particular tow bar to this particular base plate, an adapter is required, part # RM-025. Please note that his TowReady tow bar is rated up to a maximum of 45 mph. It is often preferable to se
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Ford Mustang
After some research, I found that manual transmission Ford Mustangs of the years you provided can be flat towed without disconnecting your driveshaft. You will want to check your vehicle owners manual for confirmation. There are 5 components for flat towing a vehicle: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system. Lets look at the base plate first. I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plates # 466-1. Just to let you know, these plates will not fit the Cobra SV
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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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Tow Bar, Base Plates and Accessories to Flat Tow 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab
As a first step, you will need to confirm with your owners manual or Dodge dealer that your Ram 1500 Mega Cab 4x4 is capable of being flat towed. Remco Towing, who is typically my go-to resource in determining the flat-towability of a given vehicle does not have any information about your vehicle. To flat tow a vehicle, you will need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, wiring for lighting and a supplemental braking system as mandated by law in most states. The Blue Ox Aventa tow bar you
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Compatibility of Tow Bar with BX1120 Base Plates for 2004 Jeep Wrangler
The Blue Ox # BX1120 base plate is compatible with 2004 Jeep Wrangler models equipped with the double tube bumper. These base plates are indeed compatible with all Blue Ox Adventurer, Aventa, Aladdin, Alpha and Allure tow bars. According to my research, the BX8893 is not the part number of the tow bar itself, but is the part number of their Auto-Stop shank that replaces the original shank of an Aladdin or Alpha model tow bar. The Auto-Stop works by compressing when the tow vehicle brakes, a
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1995 Jeep Wrangler with a Falcon 5250 Tow Bar
Tow bars are not vehicle specific but the base plates are. You can use the Falcon 5250 tow bar with your 1995 Jeep Wrangler as long as you first install the correct base plates, see link. Either set will be compatible with the 5250 tow bar. You will also need safety cables like # RM-643, a lighting solution, and supplemental braking. Also check the vehicle owners manual for more information on recreational towing of the Wrangler. For lighting there are several possible options. If you wil
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Component Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Ford Edge with a Motorhome
Flat towing your Edge will require the following components: a tow bar, a quick-disconnect bar, vehicle base plates, safety cables, a light wiring system and a supplemental braking system. I have included several helpful FAQ articles concerning flat towing and the components required. The Falcon 2 Tow Bar is manufactured by RoadMaster in several versions. It appears from your photo that you have part # RM-520. Instructions for this part are provided. Your photo shows that the tow bar you have
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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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Flat Towing Accessories for 2001 Ford Focus
In my research, I found that manual transmission-equipped Focus models are capable of being flat towed without modification. I was not able to find any information about automatic transmission models, however. If your Focus has an automatic transmission, please check with your owners manual or with Ford for more information. If you should confirm that your vehicle is indeed capable of being flat towed, you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, a wiring solution so that the tail
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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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Tips for Disconnecting Blue Ox Aventa Tow Bar Pins that Bind
On the Aventa tow bar, # BX7445, it is considered an all-terrain type of tow bar meaning that the vehicle and motor home do not have to be straight and level in order for you to release the tow bar from the base plates. However, there are still some circumstances that may prevent the easy removal of the pins. If there is enough tension on the pins they can bind. Try backing up just a little to relieve the tension. You can also put the toad in neutral, cut the wheels all the way left, then al
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1993 Jeep Wrangler Behind a 2007 Chevy Suburban
For the 1993 Jeep Wrangler, we only have base plate options (that connect to the tow bar) if the Jeep has a U-channel bumper. You can use base plates # 1409-3. These base plates are compatible with your Roadmaster Falcon 2 tow bar, # RM-525. In addition to the base plates and tow bar, you will also need safety cables like # RM-643, a lighting solution, and a supplemental braking system. For lighting there are several options. If you will not be towing often then I recommend a magnetic kit
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Replacement Base Bar for RoadMaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-522
The part you are looking for as a replacement piece for your RoadMaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-522 is the RoadMaster Base Bar # RM-067. It attaches to the quick disconnects on your vehicle. If you also need the Quick Disconnects, they are part # RM-222.
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Required Maintenance for the Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar - Motor Home Mount # BX7445
The Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar, part # BX7445, does require periodic maintenance to maintain full performance and to ensure safe long-term operation. In general these steps include periodic inspection and cleaning, replacement of worn parts and lubrication of friction points. We suggest that you periodically clean the Tow Bar with a mild soap and water, and dry with a clean cloth. Check and replace any loose, worn or damaged bolts, rubber boots or cap plugs. We also suggest a regular check for
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1990 Jeep Wrangler Behind a 2008 Jeep Commander
The two things you will want to do first before towing are to make sure the 2008 Jeep Commander has the capacity to tow 3,000 pounds and consult the Jeep Wrangler owners manual for the proper procedure for towing. For the Wrangler, you will need several parts to flat tow it. First, you will need base plates. There are 2 options depending on what bumper you have. For base plates to fit, you will need to have the U-channel bumper. If you have a different type of bumper it probably would be bes
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Towing 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sarah Behind a Motor Home
I can tell you that you can flat tow your 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara if it has a manual transmission. I could not get information for flat towing models with an automatic transmission. The best place to check for flat towing procedures and restrictions is your owners manual. If you check your owners manual and determine that you can flat tow your vehicle, then there are 5 basic components of flat towing that you will need. Those are base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, tow light ki
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Needed Tow Bar and Accessories to Flat Tow 2007 Jeep Liberty
In order to flat tow your Liberty, you will need to install a base plate kit. I would recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 521423-1. A base plate offers a safe and secure attachment point to the vehicle. This particular Roadmaster kit offers easily-removable drawbars. One they are removed, the bracketry is pretty much invisible. If you are mechanically inclined, you might be able to handle the installation, but it is fairly involved. Typically, an RV would have a receiver hitch
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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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What is the Equipment Needed to Tow a 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT
A tow bar is one of the parts needed to flat tow your 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer. An installation guide is located on the product page. You will also need a base plate, safety cables, a braking system, and lighting system. I would recommend the RoadMaster Stowmaster Tow Bar # RM-501. With the weight of the Trailblazer being 4600 lbs, this particular bar is effective in the event you decide to pack heavy items within the towed vehicle, increasing its weight while traveling. I have provided a link
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport Behind a Motor Home
First, there are 5 items you will need to flat tow your 0212 Jeep Wrangler Sport: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. Base plates provide the proper attachment point for a tow bar. Roadmaster has different base plates depending on how the vehicle is equipped, see link. After you select the base plates for your specific model, you will need a tow bar. I recommend the Falcon 2, # RM-520. It is the most popular Roadmaster tow bar. I have linked instruction
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2005 Chevy Cobalt Behind a Motor Home
First, according to the research I did, the 2005 Chevy Cobalt is flat towable. Consult the vehicle owners manual to confirm. There are a total of 5 items you will need to flat tow a vehicle: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. Base plates: These provide a proper and secure attachment point on the vehicle for a tow bar. You can use Roadmaster EZ base plates # 523137-1. These will fit models with grille inserts but none of the base plates we carry will fit a
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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 1986 Chevy S-10
In order to use a Falcon tow bar on your 1986 Chevy S-10, you will need to equip the vehicle with base plates first, see link. The base plates provide the safe and secure attachment point required for the tow bar. In addition to the tow bar and base plates you will also need safety cables, like # RM-643 and a lighting solution. I recommend a magnetic light kit like # C-ATL20A because it is cost effective and easy to set up. Most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehic
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Tow Bar, Base Plates, Wiring and Braking System to Flat Tow 2012 Ford F150 4x4
To flat tow your vehicle, you will need a tow bar, base plates that install on the vehicle and provide a connection point, safety cables, a wiring solution and a supplemental braking system. The Blue Ox Aventa would be a great choice. The 360 degree swivel and self-aligning design make hitching the vehicle very easy, even on on terrain that is not pool-table flat. The 10,000 capacity of the Aventa will handle the weight of your F150 with no problem. Safety cables are included with the tow bar
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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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What is the Inside and Outside Diameter of the Lunette Ring on the Roadmaster Stowmaster Tow Bar
I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and the ring on the Stowmaster tow bar, # RM-581, has an inner diameter of 3 inches and an outer diameter of 5 inches. I have included a picture showing these measurements.
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Honda Pilot with a 2013 Jayco Melbourne 28F Motor Home
You have come to the right place. The first thing you are going to want to look at is the vehicle owners manual for the manufacturer recommended towing method and if there are any special recommendations for your 2004 Honda Pilot. There are 5 items you will need to flat tow a vehicle: Base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. For base plates, there are several options, see link. If you like the Blue Ox products use # BX2227. These base plates are compatible
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Ford Escape Behind a 2012 Ford F-450 Class C Thor Chateau
According to the folks at Remco, in order to flat tow a 2012 Ford Escape you will need a lube pump kit to flat tow the vehicle. Consult the owners manual for more information. After you have the transmission lube pump kit there are 5 items you will need to flat tow the vehicle. First you will need base plates, # BX2605. These base plates are compatible with the certain tow bars, which is the second item you will need. The Alpha, # BX7365, will work with these base plates. The Alpha tow bar
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Tow Bar, Base Plates and Accessories to Flat Tow 2008 Saturn Outlook
In order to flat tow your Outlook, you would need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring and in most states, a supplemental braking system. I would recommend the Blue Ox # BX3330 base plate kit, which would work very well with the Blue Ox Aladdin tow bar, part # BX4325. The Aladdin includes safety cables. There are many different methods of wiring the dinghy so that its lights work in tandem with those of the motorhome, ranging from a magnetic mount system like part # RM-2100 to a h
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Is Play in the Arm of the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar Normal
I spoke to my contact at Blue Ox and she said as long as the play is not in or out, and that it is only a vertical or side to side play your # BX4325 should be fine. If the play is in and out you will need to contact Blue Ox to see about having your tow bar rebuilt
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Ford Focus SE Behind a Motor Home
As long as your 2012 Ford Focus does not have adaptive cruise control, you can use base plates # 524430-1. This base plate kit is compatible with the Tracker Tow bar, # RM-020. I have linked instructions for the tow bar for you. You will also need safety cables, # RM-643, and a lighting solution. I recommend the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, because you will not have to cut into the vehicle wiring to install it, though you will need to drill holes for the new bulbs in the backs of the tail l
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Jeep Rubicon
Without knowing everything you purchased I can just tell you all the parts you will need to flat-tow your 2008 Jeep Rubicon and you can purchase the missing pieces. The first thing you will need is a base plate kit for your vehicle. For that I would recommend you get a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 1429-1 as long as you do not have any aftermarket bumpers, winches or guards. The RoadMaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-576 that you referenced comes with safety cables, lighting wiring
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Chevy Colorado Crew Cab Behind a Motor Home
First, you are going to want to check the owners manual on your 2010 Chevy Colorado to determine if it can be flat towed. I did some research and found that if you have a 2 wheel drive model with the 4L60E transmission, you would need a transmission lube pump kit from Remco to flat tow the truck. If you have a 2 wheel drive manual, the vehicle cannot be flat towed. And if you have a 4 wheel drive automatic or manual it is flat towable as is. Make sure to consult the owners manual to verify t
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Jeep Wrangler Behind a Class A Holiday Rambler Arista 300
First, you will want to consult the Jeep owners manual to determine the proper procedure for towing. If you find that you can flat tow the Jeep, there are 5 items you will need to flat tow your 2012 Jeep Wrangler. First, you will need base plates to provide a secure attachment point for a tow bar. For your 2012 Wrangler, if you do not have an aftermarket bumper, you can use Blue Ox base plates, # BX1126. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. Next, you will need
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2003 Pontiac Vibe Behind a Motor Home
I promise not to try to sell you a new car, only what you will need to flat tow the Vibe. The information below is complimentary. If you have an automatic transmission and the vehicle is front wheel drive, you will need to use a tow dolly and I will cover that later. If it is an automatic and all wheel drive it must be towed on a trailer, it cannot be flat towed or carried on a dolly. Now if you a manual transmission you can flat tow it. For all of the above information consult the vehicle ow
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What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Chevy Sonic Behind a Class C Motor Home
The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual for the proper towing procedure of the vehicle. If it states you can flat tow it then there are 5 items you will need. First, you will need base plates on the vehicle to provide a safe attachment point for a tow bar. You can use EZ2 style base plates, # 523173-1. These base plates are compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. The most popular tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520 that you have referenced. I have li
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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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What is the Difference Between the StowMaster Tow Bar and the StowMaster All Terrain Tow Bar
The main difference between the standard, # RM-501, and all terrain, # RM-502, StowMaster tow bars are the non-binding arms of the all terrain StowMaster and the Autowlock system of the standard StowMaster. When you are parked on uneven terrain or at a hard angle the arms of the tow bar can bind making it difficult to disconnect the tow bar from your tow vehicle. The Freedom Latch on the all terrain tow bar releases the tension on the arms of the tow bar making it easier to disconnect from y
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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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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 GMC Safari Mini Van
In order to flat tow your 2000 GMC Safari Mini Van you will need to purchase a base plate kit that will provide the attachment point for a tow bar like the Tow Ready Tow Bar # 63180 that you referenced. Howver, since this tow bar is limited to 45 miles per hour I would recommend you use a RoadMaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-585. It may cost quite a bit more, but it comes with safety cables, quick disconnects, and tow bar wiring. For a base plate kit you will need a Roadmaster XL Base
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Is Supplemental Braking Required When Flat Towing a 2011 Chevy HHR
Most states and Canadian provinces now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being towed by law. There is a good chance that where you will be traveling to or traveling through, a braking system will be required. The easiest system to set up and use is the Roadmaster Even Brake, # RM-9400. You will also need a stop light switch # RM-751428 and a 12 volt outlet kit # RM-9332 to use this braking system on a 2011 Chevy HHR. I have included a link to all of our FAQ articles on flat towi
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Installation of Tow Bar Wiring and Even Brake System for Flat Towing 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
When installing the Roadmaster Even Brake System, part # RM-9400, on your 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited you will need the Roadmaster 12 Volt Outlet Kit, part # RM-9332. This part will connect to your towed vehicle and supply the power for the Even Brake system. For lighting on your 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, you can wire your vehicle using Roadmaster Diode Wiring Kit, part # RM-154. Another option would be to use Magnetic Towing Light Kit, part # C-ATL20A, which are lights that attach to yo
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Will the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar Disconnect When Not on a Level Surface
The Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar, # BX4325, is not labeled as an all terrain tow bar, but it does have a non-binding feature that will allow you to disconnect the tow bar from the towed vehicle even if it is out of level with your RV. There are locking handles on this tow bar that can release built up static pressure from the tow bar allowing the tow bar to flex when you need to remove your towed vehicle. If you are looking for a quality all terrain tow bar, then you may also want to take a look
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Recommended Tow Bar and Base Plates To Flat Tow a 2005 Toyota Echo With Manual Transmission
The RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520, will work to tow your 2005 Toyota Echo. It will attach to Roadmaster base plates like the MX base plates, part # 1174-3, or the XL base plates, part # 1174-1, for your Toyota Echo. I am including a link to the instructions on the # RM-520 tow bar. If you have existing Blue Ox base plates on your Echo you will need to use the Roadmaster Tow Bar to Blue Ox Brackets Adapter, part # RM-031, to attach the Roadmaster Falcon 2 tow bar to your Blue Ox b
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Base Plates and Flat Towing Accessories for 2006 Buick Rainier and Blackhawk Tow Bar
From the research I did, you will need a transmission lube pump or drive shaft disconnect to flat tow the 2-wheel drive model. For the all wheel drive model you will have to use a transmission lube pump to flat tow. Be sure to consult your owners manual for the proper towing procedure and anything else that may be needed. Once you have determined what you need for your model, you will need compatible base plates to go with the tow bar. You can use the Roadmaster XL base plates, # 3109-1. The
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Using 2-1/2 Inch to 2 Inch Receiver Reducer # 58102 to Flat Tow Vehicle
A hitch reducer like the Draw-Tite # 58102 can be used to reduce your hitch opening from 2-1/2 inches to 2 inches so it will accept the shank of your Alpha Tow Bar and allow you to safely tow your Saturn Ion. I went ahead and called my contact at Blue Ox just to make sure, and he confirmed it for me.
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Replacement Shank and Support Bar for a Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar
The front end of the Falcon All Terrain tow bar, # RM-522, is # 910019-20. This is the part that fits in the actual hitch on the tow vehicle. If you are talking about the bar at the other end that fits between the 2 tow bar arms and attaches to the vehicle that you are towing, it is # 910021-00.
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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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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1983 Jeep CJ-8 D Scrambler Behind a Motor Home
Actually, yes, the recommendation will be the same for the 1983 CJ-8 Scrambler as it is in the question and answer that you referenced. In order to flat tow a vehicle you will need to install base plates first so the tow bar has something to attach to. For a 1983 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler, you will need to use Blue Ox base plates, # BX88230. These will actually bolt to the bumper. They need to be bolted to a flat surface on the bumper and in most cases, the bumper will need to be modified and reinf
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1985 Jeep CJ-7 Wrangler
In order to flat tow a vehicle you will need to install base plates first so the tow bar has something to attach to. For a 1985 Jeep CJ-7, you will need to use Blue Ox base plates, # BX88230. These will actually bolt to the bumper. They need to be bolted to a flat surface on the bumper and in most cases, the bumper will need to be modified and reinforced to tow the vehicle. You can then use the Adventurer tow bar, # BX7322 that you referenced. Make sure the base plates are spaced 16 to 34 inc
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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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What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Ford Mustang
First, I did some research and found that the manual transmission models of the 2000 Ford Mustang can be flat towed as is but automatic models need a drive shaft coupling to be flat towed. Consult your vehicle owners manual for additional information. If you determine you can flat tow your Mustang you will first need base plates which provide a secure attachment point for a tow bar. For your Mustang you can use XL base plates # 466-1. Please note these base plates will not fit the Cobra SVT m
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How do the Arms Lock on the Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar # BX7445
On the Blue Ox Aventa LX tow bar, # BX7445, the arms will automatically lock into position once you are hooked up and pull the RV forward a little. In the event that the arms somehow bind and will not lock or unlock or telescope, then you can try moving forward or back ward to free up the bind. I have included a video that covers some of the basic aspects of the tow bar for you.
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Ford F150
You are on the right track, the Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar, # BX7445, is a good starting point for flat towing your 2012 Ford F-150. This tow bar includes safety cables so you will not need to purchase those separately. Next, you should check your trucks owners manual for towability and pre tow procedures to make sure it can be flat towed. My information shows that if you have a 2 wd manual transmission, Raptor or SVT, the vehicle is not flat towable. If you have a 4 wd automatic the vehicle w
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2001 Ford Sport Trac Automatic Behind a Winnebago Adventurer
To flat tow your 2001 Ford Sport Trac Automatic behind your Winnebago Adventurer with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar, # BX7365, you will need a base plate kit, light kit and supplemental braking system. Typically you would also need a set of safety cables, but they are included with the Alpha tow bar. Please note that if your vehicle is a 4wd automatic, then it is not towable. If your vehicle is a 2wd automatic, then you can use the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX2166. This base plate kit is comp
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
Before you begin flat towing your new 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, you will want to verify a few things first. If your vehicle has a 1.4 Liter engine and an automatic transmission, then it cannot be flat towed and must be towed using a tow dolly, like part # RM-2000-1. If it has a 1.4L engine and a manual transmission, or has a 1.8L engine and is automatic or manual, then you can flat tow your vehicle. The items that you will need to flat tow your vehicle are a tow bar, base plate kit, wiring harnes
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1997 Jeep Wrangler With Double Tube Bumper Behind a Motor Home
You will want to check your owners manual or with the manufacturer for instructions on the proper procedure for towing your 1997 Jeep Wrangler. Some vehicles might need to be equipped with a transmission lube pump, an axle disconnect, drive line disconnect, or free-wheeling hubs before they can be towed. To tow your 1997 Jeep Wrangler with the double tube bumper, you will need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, wiring and depending on the states you are planning on towing the vehicle thro
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2010 Honda Fit With a Class A Winnebago Journey 34
We have everything that you will need to flat tow your 2010 Honda Fit with automatic transmission behind your Class A Winnebago Journey 34. The Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520, is a great idea and is one of our most popular tow bars that we sell. You may also be interested in the Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-522, as well. I have attached installation instructions and video links for both tow bars for you to compare. The additional items that you will need are a base plate kit, saf
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Base Plates and Accessories for Use with a Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar on a 2004 Ford F-150
For a 2004 Ford F-150 XLT, to use the Blue Ox Aventa LX tow bar, # BX7445, you will need compatible base plates, # BX2169. The tow bar comes with safety cables. You will also need a lighting solution for the truck. I recommend the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, because you will not have to cut into the vehicle wiring. The bulbs are powered directly from the towing vehicle. Most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being flat towed. I recommend a proportional syst
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Will Blue Ox Base Plates and Aventa LX Tow Bar Fit a 2012 Jeep Wrangler That Weighs 3,200 Pounds
Before flat-towing your 2012 Jeep Wrangler, you will want to check your vehicles owners manual or your Jeep dealer 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, free-wheeling hubs or axle disconnects before they can be towed. If you will be able to flat tow your vehicle, you will need a tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, wiring, and a supp
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Required Accessories for Flat Towing 2001 PT Cruiser Behind Motor Home
In addition to the Roadmaster Tracker # RM-020 tow bar you referenced, you will need a base plate kit, safety cables, wiring and depending on the states you will be traveling in, a supplemental braking system. The Roadmaster # 278-1, which fits all PT Cruiser models, is the base plate kit you would need. The base plates use removable draw bars that makes the base plate kit practically invisible when they are removed. Quick disconnects like part # RM-201 will also be needed. The # RM-645 sa
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Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1997 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD
For your 1997 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD we carry the Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 3138-1. These base plates were designed specifically for your vehicle and include all necessary installation hardware. These base plates do not include a tow bar. I would recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520, that you referenced on our website. I have linked a demonstration video of this tow bar for you to check out. You will also need a few other items that I have listed below to flat tow your veh
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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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Can the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar Work on Base Plates with 18 inch Lug Spread
Yes, I spoke with my contact at Blue Ox and she informed me that Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7365 that you referenced will work on base plates with 18 inch lug spread as long as you do not exceed the 6,500 lb weight capacity that these tow bars have. I attached an FAQ on Blue Ox tow bar features for you to check out also.
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What Parts are Need to Flat Tow a 2007 Chevy Tahoe Behind a Motor Home
The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if your 2007 Chevy Tahoe can be flat towed and if there are any specific requirements, restrictions, or recommendations. If your Tahoe is a 1500, you will need to use Blue Ox base plates, # BX1676. These base plates are compatible with the Aventa LX tow bar and safety cables, # BX7445. If you have a different model other than a 1500, use Roadmaster base plates, # 3154-1. In order to sue the tow bar w
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