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• Flat Towing Equipment Recommendations For A 2021 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid
  I spoke with Roadmaster and they stated the plug-in hybrid would be the same fit. You will want to make sure you follow your owner's manual to ensure you are properly set up to flat tow if your vehicle is able to. To flat tow your 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid you'll need a tow bar, base plates, tow bar wiring, safety cables, and a braking system. I have the following recommendations for your vehicle listed below: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount...
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• Flat Towing Recommendations For A 2021 Chevy Traverse
  Both the AWD and FWD 2021 Chevy Traverse can be flat towed. You will want to follow the steps listed in your owner's manual under "Dingy Towing" to properly setup your vehicle to be flat towed. You will also need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000lbs Item # RM-522. Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode...
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• Flat Towing A 2018 GMC Acadia Denali 3.6l
  Looking at the online manual for a 2018 GMC Acadia it says you need to: 1. Position the vehicle that will be towed and secure it to the towing vehicle. 2. Remove the shift lever boot by pulling up on the rear of the trim plate. 3. Use a small screwdriver or tool to press and hold the manual release button on the rear right. 4. Put the vehicle in N (Neutral). The vehicle's ignition will need to be in the ACC/Accessory position for as as long as you are towing. It also recommends running...
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• Can Safety Cables be Used Instead of Safety Chains on Trailer
  Yes you can use safety cables in place of safety chains as long as they are rated for the weight of the trailer. Chains are typically a little easier to use in this application though since you can manipulate the length of them easier by twisting them but you can use a cable set like the part # C80151 if you wanted. These have a 5,000 lb capacity.
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• S-Hook Dimensions of the Curt Single Hook Coiled Safety Cables
  I have attached a dimensional photo of the Curt Single Hook Coiled Safety Cables with S-Hooks part # C80151 and the larger Curt Single Hook Coiled Safety Cables with S-Hooks part # C80176 for you as it would be a bit difficult to explain the dimensions via text. If you have any other questions please feel free to ask. One of these options should work with the safety chain loops on your 2019 Honda Ridgeline but if not you would want to use a clevis style type hook like the Long Safety Chain...
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• Flat Towing A 2020 WRX Premium 6 Speed Manual
  To flat tow your vehicle you'll need the following items: Tow Bar: I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000lbs Item # RM-522. It has a non-binding feature that will allow you to easy attach or remove the arms when on uneven surfaces. Tow Bar Wiring: I recommend the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit Item # RM-154 as it's a one time setup that uses your vehicle's lights instead of having to run magnetic lights...
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• Flat Towing Equipment Recommendations For A 2021 Buick Encore GX
  There currently isn't any info available for flat towing equipment for the 2022 Buick Encore GX. It will probably be some time before manufacturers are able to get one in to fabricate the correct equipment. I do however have flat towing information available for the 2021 Buick Encore GX: Looking at the online manual for the 2021 Buick Encore GX it states that the AWD models are capable of being flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) but are not capable of being dolly towed (two...
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• Flat Towing Equipment Recommendations For A 2017 Ford Edge Titanium
  To tow your 2017 Ford Edge Titanium you'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables. As always you should check your owner's manual to ensure your specific model can be flat towed and what steps are needed to be completed to get your vehicle ready to be flat towed. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000lbs Item # RM-522. This tow bar has...
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• Can a 2017 Subaru Crosstrek Be Flat-Towed
  If your 2017 Subaru Crosstrek has an automatic transmission then no, it cannot be flat-towed with four wheels down. It must instead be towed on a trailer with all four wheels off the ground. However, if your 2017 Subaru Crosstrek has a manual transmission then yes, it can be flat-towed with four wheels down. That said, flat-towing setups are not exactly cost effective which is something to bear in mind but I have attached for you below a list of cost effective flat-towing parts you can...
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• Can You Flat Tow An AWD 2021 Traverse
  Yes, for many trim levels the AWD 2021 Chevy Traverse can be flat towed. However, you will want to follow the steps listed in your owner's manual to properly setup and operate your vehicle for towing. The owners manual for your specific vehicle must be adhered to over other information provided as it will identify items for your specific vehicle. You need 5 main items, tow bar, a wiring solution for indicator lights, base plate kit, supplemental braking system, and safety cables: Tow...
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• Flat Towing Equipment Recommendations For A 1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ
  Based on the pictures of the tow bar and safety cables I highly recommend upgrading to some newer equipment like the Curt Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables with S-Hooks - 42" Long - 5,000lbs - Qty 2 Item # C80151 and Blue Ox Adventurer Tow Bar - Car Mount - 2" Ball - 5,000lbs Item # BX7322 just to ensure the safety of your vehicle. If one or more of these failed you could end up in a breakaway situation in which you Jeep could be freely rolling down the road with no one at the wheel. The...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2021 Kia Soul
  If your 2021 Kia Soul has a Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission you'll be able to flat tow it. I highly recommend checking your owner's manual to ensure your specific model can be flat towed as there are some slight variations that can't be and to check what steps are needed to ensure the safety of your vehicle's components. To flat tow your 2021 Kia Soul you'll need a Tow Bar, Tow Bar Wiring Kit, Base Plate, Braking System, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you...
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• Diameter of Ferrule On the Curt Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables C80151
  I spoke with Curt and they informed me that the ferrule on the Curt Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables part # C80151 is .59" diameter.
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• Complete Flat Towing Setup For A 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
  For your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, the: -Roadmaster Tracker Tow Bar # RM-020 will work great for you! However, to connect this tow bar to your toad, you're going to need a base plate like the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-52927-4. From here you'll be all set, however if you need the rest of the parts needed to flat tow, you're also going to need: -A braking system like # HM39524, -A set of safety cables like # C80151, & -A wiring kit like # RM-15267. You mentioned what...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2017 Chevy Traverse
  The first thing to check when you're wanting to flat tow your vehicle is your owners manual. There will be a sectional usually labeled as "Recreational Towing" that will state if your vehicle is able to be flat towed and what steps have to be followed to ensure the safety of your vehicle. You'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2016 Ford Edge
  To know if your vehicle is capable of flat towing you'll have to read your owner's manual. There are very specific instructions to follow if it is flat towable to ensure the safety of your vehicle. From what I can find in the online owner's manual "You can tow your 2.7L EcoBoost or 3.5L (6F50 or 6F55) equipped vehicle with all four wheels on the ground" but none other are listed so I recommend reaching out to Ford. If it is capable you'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate,...
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• Flat Towing Equipment Recommendations For A 2020 Ford Escape SE AWD
  There are a few different transmissions models for the 2020 Ford Escape SE AWD so you will need to refer to your owner's manual to ensure you have the correct transmission to flat tow your vehicle and ensure you're following all necessary steps to get your vehicle flat tow ready. If you are capable of flat towing you'll need a tow bar, base plate, tow bar wiring kit, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain,...
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• Flat Towing Equipment Recommendations For A 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
  The sensors for the adaptive cruise control can be in the way when installing base plates so on models that have that feature manufacturers have had to fabricate an option that won't interfere with the sensors. You should always follow your owner's manual to ensure your specific model can be flat towed and what steps are needed before flat towing. To flat tow you'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables. For a 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid I have the...
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• Baseplate And Flat Towing Accessory Recommendations For 2012 Honda Fit
  Congratulations! Yes, the # 521190-1 is a match for both your 2012 Honda Fit and your Falcon 2 tow bar. When setting up a car for flat-towing, it's important to not only have the right tow bar and baseplate, but also a braking system such as the Roadmaster Even Brake # RM-9400 , the correct vehicle wiring such as the Hopkins # HM56302 Custom Wiring Kit, and a good pair of safety chains such as the Curt # C80151 Another thing you'll likely need after you install the baseplate is a high-low...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2013 Chevy Equinox Front Wheel Drive
  For your 2013 Chevy Equinox you'll want the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # RM-523160-5. These base plates will connect to your Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 8K Item # RM-576 and the removable arms will provide a clean and unobtrusive look when not in use. To flat tow your 2013 Equinox you'll also need a braking system, tow bar wiring kit, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2020 Chevy Equinox LT
  There was a fitment issue in the past but I called Demco to confirm that the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # DM9519332 would fit with your 2020 Chevy Equinox LT and was informed you should have no issues. To flat tow your 2020 Chevy Equinox LT you'll also need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000lbs Item # e34ZR....
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• Flat Towing Equipment Recommendations For A 1996 GMC Sonoma 44 Automatic
  Based on the generic owners manual I found online your 1996 GMC Sonoma should be able to be flat towed. I recommend checking your specific owner's manual to verify, it'll be under recreational towing, and for any steps that need to be followed to ensure the safety of your vehicle's components. To flat tow you'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar for...
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• Complete Flat Towing Setup For A 2007 Chevrolet HHR With A Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar
  For your 2007 Chevrolet HHR, the base plate you'll need is the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1692. Since this is a Blue Ox base plate and you're using a Roadmaster tow bar, you're also going to need the adapter # RM-031 to be able to use the two components together. If you're needing the complete flat towing setup, you're also going to need wiring # RM-15267, a braking system # HM39494, the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass # RM76511, and more than likely a high-low adapter # C59KR. Additionally,...
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• Do S Hook Safety Chains Require Wire Keepers When Attaching to Vehicle Safety Chain Loops
  As long as the S of the hook fits over the safety chain loop a wire keeper isn't exactly required. It wouldn't hurt but I've towed hundreds of time with a safety chain setup that had S-hooks without keepers and the chains never disconnected.
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