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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with Aftermarket Bumper that Has D-rings
  Flat towing a vehicle such as a Jeep Wrangler behind a Class C motorhome such as the Dynamax Force 37BH HD will require a few items including the tow bar and braking system. The Blue Ox Patriot braking system # BLU37TR that you referenced is a very good selection. I linked overview articles on flat towing that cover each of the items needed. These are a good starting point. But first I suggest you check with the bumper maker to confirm it is rated for towing. Not all aftermarket bumpers...
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• Parts Needed To Flat Tow a 2008 Mini Cooper S with Sport Suspension
  Hey, Trevor. Happy to help out here. We do carry all the parts you need to be able to flat tow your 2008 Mini Cooper S, especially with the Sport Suspension. I reached out to Roadmaster just to make sure of the baseplate fitment. I'll list all the parts below for you. Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit Part # 521876-1 etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar Part # e64ZR Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Tail Light Wiring Kit Part # RM-155 I know most people don't use a braking system when flat towing a...
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• How to Flat Tow a 2014 Volkswagen Golf TDI Behind a Motor Home
  To determine if your specific model 2014 Volkswagen Gold turbo diesel can be flat towed you will need to consult the owners manual. If it can there are at least 5 items that you will need. First you will need base plates for the Golf. Roadmaster base plates # 521235-1 will fit 2.0 liter TDI models. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. Next you will need a compatible tow bar. I recommend the Falcon 2, # RM-520. This is the most popular compatible tow bar and...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2014 Honda CR-V Behind Motorhome
  To flat tow your 2014 Honda CR-V with the Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar # BX7420 to you will need to install a baseplate kit. The kit for your vehicle that will work with the Avail is # BX2258. This is a custom design, specifically for your CR-V. To power the Honda's lights you can use the Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit # RM-155. This bypasses the CR-V's wiring system so there is no splicing necessary. It works independently of the vehicle by installing additional plugs and sockets inside its...
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• Compact Cars with Automatic Transmissions that Can Be Flat Towed
  It is very common for automatic transmission vehicles to need to be started and ran for a couple minutes every couple of hours or at every fuel stop. This is because the engine lubricates while running, so every couple hours of towing the engine will need to be lubricated again by running. Typically, an RV will need to be refueled every 5 to 6 hours, so the towed vehicle can be started whenever the RV needs fuel. In my research, I found several compact, automatic cars that can be flat...
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• Can a 2004 Ford Focus ZX5 with Automatic Transmission be Flat Towed Behind a Motor Home
  I checked the owners manual online for a 2004 Ford Focus. Ford says that for front wheel drive models that have the automatic transaxle (transmission) you cannot flat tow it with all 4 wheels on the ground. The drive wheels (front wheels) have to be on a tow dolly, # RM-2050-1 as an example, or the car has to be on a car hauler trailer.
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• Needed Items to Flat Tow 2007 Mini Cooper S hardtop with Sport Suspension
  At present there is only one option available for the 2007 Mini Cooper Hardtop S Model, the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, # 521877-1; this is confirmed to fit your vehicle. For a tow bar, I suggest the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520. This hitch-mounted tow bar has stainless steel, telescoping arms that automatically lock into place. Its large hookup radius allows you to connect without perfectly lining up your vehicle. Easily folds up to store on your RV. You will need safety cables,...
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• Parts Needed To Flat Tow A 2020 Chevrolet Spark
  One thing unsure from your question is the transmission type. The 2020 Chevrolet Park should not to be flat towed with automatic transmission models. Per the note below from the owners manual: "Vehicles with an automatic transmission should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be used. See "Dolly Towing" following." If yours is a manual transmission, below are the parts you will need to flat tow your 2020 Chevrolet Spark LT with...
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• Will Roadmaster Base Plate on 2005 Mini Cooper Fit Roadmaster Falcon 5250
  Hi Gerald; your Falcon 5250 will work with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521876-1. However, this is a crossbar style base plate so you will also need the Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Tow Bars # 910021-00. What you found is correct, you do not have to use the Bulb and Socket Kit # RM-155. The Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-15267 is the best option out there and will fit your vehicle. It also gives you a 6-way so you...
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• Parts Recommendation to Flat Tow a 2014 Fiat 500l
  Yes, the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 that you referenced can be used to flat tow your 2014 Fiat 500L. You will need to also get the correct base plate kit for your 2014 Fiat 500L. If you have a Lounge, Easy, Pop or Trekking model you would want the part # RM-522014-4. This would work well with the Falcon 2. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, and not have...
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• Does 2019 Chevy Equinox Need Charge Cable to Flat Tow With Roadmaster InvisiBrake
  The Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 does not have any type of converter, and though we are not familiar with semi truck wiring, I would assume you would still need to use it. The InvisiBrake will also not keep your battery charged so it is recommended you follow Chevy's instructions in regards to a charge cable. The rest of the parts you'll need to flat tow your 2019 Chevy Equinox are: - Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms...
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• Lighting and Braking Solution for Flat Towing 2008 Mini Clubman
  Hey Surya, the recommended taillight wiring kit for flat towing your 2008 Mini Clubman S would be the Roadmaster Bulb and Socket kit part # RM-155 which will install bulbs into the housings of the taillights so that your tow vehicle can control the lighting. Then for braking the easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear...
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• Is Demco Base Plate Kit DM9519207 Compatible with Demco Commander Tow Bar
  Yes the Demco base plate kit part # DM9519207 that you referenced is compatible with a Demco Commander tow bar like you mentioned.
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• Base Plates for a 2019 Chevrolet Spark LT
  If you are looking for a base plate kit that will fit your 2019 Chevy Spark LT I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit part # BO54FR which is a custom fit with removable arms for a clean look. It would then be compatible with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar part # BX7380 BX7380which is an excellent non-binding tow bar that includes safety cables. In order to complete your flat-towing setup you will also need a wiring harness, supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Chevy Spark with Manual Transmission
  Hey Steve, the first thing you'd need to flat tow your 2018 Chevy Spark is a base plate kit like the part # BX1725. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. One of the most popular compatible tow bars is the Blue Ox Avail # BX7420 which comes with safety cables. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For a bulb and socket kit that fits we have the part # RM-155...
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• Recommended Items Needed To Flat-Tow 2000 Honda CR-V
  The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # 1528-3 is a great fit for your 2000 CR-V. This kit has removable arms when you are not towing. For a tow bar I recommend the Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520. This tow bar folds up against the back of your truck when you are not towing. For lighting I recommend the Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs, part # RM-155. This kit includes the bulbs and does not require tapping into the vehicle wiring. The # 118336 harness is not designed for...
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• Supplemental Braking and Lighting Recommendation for Flat Towing a 2015 Jeep Wrangler
  The Invisibrake part # RM-8700 would be a great choice for supplemental flat towing braking for your 2015 Jeep Wrangler. I attached an install video that show it being installed in a similar 2013 Wrangler. You might need to check your local DOT, but because most likely if your tow vehicle's brakes lights are activating under any braking circumstances the towed vehicle's brakes lights will have to light up as well to be legal. You should note that the Invisibrake does not activate the...
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• Recommended Base Plates For 2011 Ford Focus Compatible With Roadmaster Tracker And Flat Tow Parts
  For your 2011 Ford Focus, in order to use the Roadmaster Tracker Tow Bar, your only option is to use the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 524413-1A and unfortunately the instructions you have are all I can offer. The pictures help walk you through it. In the attached instructions you will drill 2 holes and the location will be based on the bracket's other holes that fit into predrilled locations, so it will be easy to mark accurately. The torque specs for the bolts are...
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• Lighting and Wiring Options for Flat-Towing a Jeep Wrangler Behind a Motor Home
  What you need is a light kit specifically for flat-towing. The Plug-N-Tow TM Vehicle Wiring Harness, # 42615, would be if the Jeep were towing a trailer and not for activating its lights while it is being towed. There are a few options for lighting when flat-towing a vehicle. I have included an FAQ article that covers the various options. What it boils down to is how often you will be towing the Jeep behind the motor home. If you do not plan on towing it very often, the best way to go...
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• Bulb With Socket Kits and Wiring Kits For Flat Towing
  Here is a list of the different bulb and socket kits we currently offer. Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs # RM-155 Blue Ox Tail Light Wiring Kit - Bulb and Socket # BX8869 Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit w/ 7-Way to 6-Wire Connector - LED Bulb and Socket - Red # RM-152-LED-7 Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - LED Bulb and Socket - Red # RM-152-LED Blue Ox Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - Integrated LED Bulb and Socket - White # BX88269 Blue Ox...
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• Installation of the Brake Buddy Classic 3, How to Provide Power
  Yes, the the Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs, # RM-155 can be used with the Brake Buddy Classic 3, # HM39494. We actually have an install video created for the Brake Buddy Classic 3, # HM39494, see link below. This is located on the product page as well along a few other install videos for different vehicles. The portion you are asking about specifically, begins about the 12 min mark. Even though this is an install on a Jeep Wrangler, it shows the needed connections and...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1999 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
  Yes, the Demco Commander tow bar # DM9511012 will work to flat tow your 1999 Jeep Wrangler. You need several other items to complete your towing setup though. The first thing you will need is a base plate kit. If you have a double tube bumper you want the part # DM9517046, if you have a U-channel bumper you would want part # DM9519045. Check out the pictures I attached to see the differences between the two bumper styles. For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, and...
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• Can a Blue Ox Tow Bar Be Used with Roadmaster Base Plates
  In order for your Blue Ox Alpha to work with the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plates, part # RM-523160-4, you need an adapter like part # RM-032. In addition to the tow bar and base plates, you will need a system to join the tail lights of the motorhome to the tail lights of the towed vehicle. You will also need safety cables, and in many states, a supplemental braking system. The easiest lighting system to use is the Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Kit, part # RM-155. This kit is easy to install,...
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• What is the Difference Between Roadmaster Direct Connect and Crossbar Style Base Plates?
  To answer the essence of your question before getting into some specifics, the difference between the cross bar and direct connect style of base plate can be broken down like this: the Roadmaster Direct Connect Base Plate # RM-523173-5 is going to provide for an easier connection to your tow bar than the Roadmaster Crossbar Style Base Plates # 523173-4 . A lot of people stick with Crossbar style base plates because they have an old tow bar they want to continue using from a previously...
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