Equipment Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 Subaru Forester
Published 08/20/2015
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Hello, We are looking at buying a 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium 6 speed and will be dingy towing behind a 2005 Tiffin Allegro Bus QDP. What is the recommended Blue Ox products for this vehicle? Thank you
asked by: Phil M
Expert Reply:
For a base plate, Blue Ox offers part # BX3619. The Blue Ox Alpha, part # BX7380 would be a good choice for a tow bar. The Alpha offers swiveling and self aligning arms that make hooking up the dinghy easy, even on uneven pavement when the dinghy isn't perfectly lined up with the motorhome. The tow bar also includes safety cables.
For a lighting solution, I'd recommend a bulb and socket kit like the Blue Ox # BX8869. You'll also need an umbilical like the Blue Ox # BX88254.
For a supplemental braking system, the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR is easy to use and set up. Installation or removal takes just a few minutes.
Be sure to read the 'Recreational Towing' section of your owner's manual and follow the listed procedures.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
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