Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2009 Smart Fortwo

Updated 03/28/2024 | Published 03/23/2024

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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates - RV Mount - 6,000 lbs

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

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Roadmaster Battery Disconnect for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System - Gas Only

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Question:

I have a 2009 Smart Fortwo I want to flat tow behind my RV. I can use either pintle or ball hitch, it doesnt matter to me. It is an extremely light car, of course. I am looking for a suggestion on a base plate and tow bar. Doesnt need to be fancy. I am looking at this base plate: Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms but I am open to suggestions. And I need a tow bar as well. Please let me know what you suggest.

asked by: Robert G

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to make some suggestions for you! To flat tow your 2009 Smart Fortwo you will need the following parts:

Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar item # e44ZR

Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit item # 52285-1

Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267

Battery Disconnect Switch - Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect item # RM-766

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System item # BLU37TR

High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If you measure the height of the inside top of the hitch receiver tube on your RV, and the height difference is more than 3 inches above/below the base plate tab height, you'll need a high/low adapter. I have linked a FAQ article that explains all this in more detail along with our selection of adapters.