Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Toyota Corolla

Updated 03/23/2017 | Published 03/22/2017

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Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - Car Mount - 6,000 lbs

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$960.00

Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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$670.00

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

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$160.90

RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs

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Question:

What parts are needed to flat tow a 2008 corolla w manual transmission. Best economical set-up?

asked by: Jeff

Helpful Expert Reply:

First you need a base plate kit like the Roadmaster XL part # 1165-1 which is a confirmed fit. This will work well with the StowMaster part # RM-501 which is an economic option that still is a great tow bar.

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 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 the Blue Ox Patriot # BRK2019, 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 on both vehicles. There really isn't a safe cheap option here though.

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.