2016 Chevy Spark Flat Towing Parts Recommendation

Updated 03/28/2016 | Published 03/25/2016

Products Featured in This Question

Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(386)

$439.59

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(398)

$1489.90

Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

(80)

$879.00

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

(3191)

$180.68

12 Volt Outlet Kit, 20 amps

(331)

$40.43

Question:

Hello, We bought a 2016 Chevy Spark manual no air shutters. I know I need a Base plate kit. I know I need a Tow Bar. 1. Do I need a RM-301 or a RM 301-5 Kit to join the two together? 2. Is there a tail light wiring kit available yet for this vehicle? 3. Do safety chains come with the kit? Thank You

asked by: Gary G

Expert Reply:

For your manual transmission 2016 Chevy Spark the Demco base plate kit # DM9519326 is the correct base plate to use. Since this is a Demco base plate you would be best served by going with a Demc tow bar since the two products would work together without also having to get an adapter.

I recommend the Commander # DM9511012 which is rated for 6,000 pounds. That'l be plenty for your Spark. The tow bar also comes with safety cables.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is a portable system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR along with the # RM-9332. This system 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 on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

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.