Base Plates, Tow Bar, Wiring, Safety Cables, Braking System to Flat Tow a 1995 Honda Accord Wagon  

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When towing a vehicle behind an RV, you would first need to install base plates on the vehicle being towed. If you have a 4 cylinder you would need Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 1523-2. For a 6 cylinder, you would need Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 1521-2. Base plates supply the appropriate attachment points for use with a tow bar that is used to tow the vehicle. A vehicle should not be towed by its trailer hitch.

For a tow bar, I recommend RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, with Quick Disconnect Kit, # RM-201. I have included a link to the installation details for this tow bar for reference. To complete the towing set up for your Accord, you will need safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system as required by law. For safety cables, I recommend RoadMaster 64 inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables, # RM-643. The base plates provide attachment points for the cables. The other end will attach to the hitch on the towing vehicle.

For lights, there are a couple of options. If you do not plan on towing the Accord often, I recommend magnetic light kit # RM-2120. If you do plan on towing it frequently, I recommend installing diodes, # 38955. I have included a video along with a couple of FAQ articles on tow bar wiring that should help in choosing the best light kit for your application along with how to go about wiring them.

For a braking system, the easiest to use and install would be the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking System, # RM-9400. This system installs quickly so you are ready to go in minutes. It engages the towed vehicle brakes proportionally to how much the towing vehicle is braking, reducing wear of both vehicles brakes.

Finally, you will need to check with the manufacturer and/or your vehicle owners manual for instructions on the proper procedure for towing your vehicle because some vehicles must be equipped with a transmission lube pump, an axle disconnect, drive line disconnect, or free-wheeling hubs before they can be towed.

expert reply by: Michael H

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