Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 2015 Kia Soul for Flat Towing

Updated 07/20/2015 | Published 07/18/2015

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Roadmaster Universal Magnetic Tow Lights with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - Incandescent

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Question:

i presently tow a 2000 jeep wrangler with a blue ox setup. i plug a electrical plug into the front of the jeep and into one on my fleetwood 36D 2005 motorhome. i am about to trade the jeep wrangler for a 2015 kia soul. all literature and sales people assure me the soul can be towed. i have checked out your tow plate for the soul. it appears my blue ox towing arms on my motorhome will attach to the blue oxplate on the soul. i am about to order your plate for the soul. what else will i need?. do i need your wiring harness? i would like to be able to plug into the front of the plate and not use rear separate lights on the soul. please list what i should order from you.

asked by: Robert M

Expert Reply:

For your 2015 Kia Soul the Blue Ox Base Plate kit part # BX2726 would be the correct base plate kit to use.

For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, and not have to worry about cutting and splicing into the vehicle wiring.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. 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 two vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C