Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 Mini Countryman
Updated 03/01/2021 | Published 02/25/2021
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What items are recommended: 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 6 Speed Manual FWD. RV is a 2003 International School Bus which, trailer Hitch? No Brake System needed
asked by: Tom S
Helpful Expert Reply:
The first thing you need to flat tow your 2012 Mini Countryman is the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX1308 and then a tow bar like the # BX7420 which is very easy to use since it has telescoping arms that release tension so you can unhook from the base plate as easy as possible.
For lighting we have the Roadmaster diode wiring kit # RM-15247. The diode kit allows you to splice into the taillight wiring so that your RV controls the vehicle taillights and does not require drilling into the taillight housings. 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 # BLU37TR, 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.
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.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Completely Hidden
- Blue Ox
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