How to Tow a 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage Behind an RV

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can a 2017 Mitsubishi be flat towed. I am about to purchase it to tow behind my RV and want to make sure it will tow easily.

asked by: Leroy L

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From my research a 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage cannot be flat towed behind a motorhome with all 4 wheels on the ground. It will need to be towed on a tow dolly like # RM-2050-1

expert reply by: Charles S

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It sounds like you are trying to tow a Mitsubishi Mirage behind your motorhome. Without knowing what year your Mirage I can say that if you have a 1997-2002 you would want base plate kit part #812-1, or if you have a different year model follow the…

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Per the owner's manual for your 2015 Mirage, it cannot be flat-towed. You can, however use a tow dolly like the RoadMaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes, part #RM-2050-1. Using a tow dolly does eliminate the need for base plates on your mirage…

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We don't carry either disc included with the RAS kit, part #RAS3611-Y, as replacement parts, however you can find both of them almost anywhere for only 35 cents. According to my contact at RoadActive Suspension you can use a quarter to replace…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 9

Hello Dan, Great question. When you’re comparing the Firestone kits #F59VV and #F2582, they both technically fit your 2025 F-150, but they are designed around different mounting locations and truck configurations. The #F2582 is the traditional…

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Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 12

Hey Gregory, that's really good information. You’ve got a few options, but I wouldn’t jump straight to replacing the leaf springs on a half-ton for that size trailer. Since you’re using a Curt weight distribution hitch, that should be doing most…

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