Base Plates and Recommended Flat Towing Accessories for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

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I have a towbar and need Base Plate to hook up on 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertilble

asked by: Ron G

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The # 1214-2 base plate kit is the correct kit for your 1978 Super Beetle convertible.

To flat tow your Beetle, you will also need a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution and in most states, a supplemental braking system.

Let me know which tow bar you have to make sure it's compatible with the base plates. If it doesn't include safety cables you can use # RM-643.

There are several different lighting options for you, I have linked you to our FAQ article that shows the different options and their advantages and disadvantages. I've also linked our selection that fits your Beetle.

A portable braking system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR is the easiest to install. There's no lengthy install process to get it going. I have also linked you to an FAQ article that lists the various braking system alternatives.

According to my research, the 1978 Beetle is capable of being flat towed without modification, but I would recommend confirming this with VW.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

It sure will Gary! The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit item #1214-2 is exactly what you need for your 1974 VW Super Beetle. This kit comes with all the brackets and hardware you need to get it installed on your VW. Here are some other parts…

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Answer 2

The first thing you should do is check the bar with a straight-edge to determine if it is bent. If you determine that it is straight you will need to disassemble it and clean it. There is a nut on the forward end by the pivots, and a keeper assembly…

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Since we don't have a custom set of base plates for your 1964 VW Beetle you would have to go with a universal base plate kit like part #BX88230. Most bumpers will need to be reinforced or modified. Brackets must mount to a flat, metal surface.…

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Answer 4

You always need to keep your trailer tires filled to the max cold psi rating. If your current load range G tires have a 110 psi rating then that is what you need to keep them filled to. Tire blowouts are a result of damaging a tire (like hitting…

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Answer 5

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 6

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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