On your 2017 Chevy Spark, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11433 will require enlarging the rearmost hole because there is a plate at the bumper that won't allow access from the end according to the attached installation details. The Curt hitch is a robust hitch with a 200 lb tongue weight and a 2000 lb towing capacity. You won't have any trouble with the hitch as the vehicle is not rated for what the hitch can handle.
The Curt hitch will require the stabilization strap # 18050 for... view full answer...
I did some checking and the only recommended way to tow a 2013 Chevy Spark behind a motorhome would be with a tow dolly like the Roadmaster Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1. There isn't a transmission lube pump available for your vehicle to anyone's knowledge. The advantage to a tow dolly is it's about the same price as a flat towing setup, takes much less install time, and easily transferred to future vehicles as well. view full answer...
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I recommend checking that the patriot 2 is actually getting enough power. It needs at least 13.1 volts to operate proper. I recommend getting an outlet kit so you can wire it directly to the battery so you know its drawing the right power.
**12 Volt Outlet Kit, 20 amps # RM-9332.
*Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR.
If this does... view full answer...
RoadMaster Falcon 2 and Falcon All-Terrain Combo Towing Kit with Straight Wiring Item # RM-9243-1 is all you will need to wire your 2017 Chevy Spark for flat towing. Your 2018 Newmar Vetana should already have a 7-Way trailer connector on it which means the brake lights and turn signals are combined in that connector despite what type of tail light system the RV has.
On the vehicle side the wiring will provide a combined brake/turn signals on each side and running lights. If you want to... view full answer...
If your 2013 Chevy Spark is a 2LT then it would have the ground effects in question and for that there is not a trailer hitch receiver that will fit.
However if your Spark is a 1LS or 1LT then it would not have the ground effects and you would use Curt hitch # C11334.
If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes... view full answer...
The Curt hitch part # C11433 is a fit for your 2017 Chevy Spark and it requires a bit of rear fascia trimming.
I attached the instructions that shows some great pictures of how much trimming is required. view full answer...
We always recommend that you refer to your vehicle specific owners manual for confirmation of a specific vehicle model and trim package can be safely flat towed. The vehicle's OEM is the authority on capability of what they built. To flat tow your 2022 Chevy Spark ACTIV, you will need 5 basic components. These are base plates, tow bar and safety cables, wiring for indicator lights, and supplemental braking.
- Base Plate, Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1725
- Tow Bar, Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow... view full answer...
The Chevy Spark can be flat towed only if it has a manual transmission. To flat tow the Spark, you will need a base plate, I recommend Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX1725.
For the tow bar, I recommend The Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar, # BX7420. This non-binding design makes hooking up and unhooking the Spark from the motor home so much easier. The latches release tension to allow you to unhook the Spark from multiple angles compared to other tow bars that require the setup to be completely in... view full answer...
To use the Curt Echo Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 with your 2014 Chevrolet Spark you will first need a 4-pole harness like Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11141120, along with part # 37185 which will adapt the 4-pole to the 7-way format required by the Echo. You will also need a 40-amp circuit breaker # PK54540 and 10-gauge wire # 10-1-1 and connectors like # DW05705-1 to connect the 37185 adapter's additional circuit for 12V power.
We also offer a complete brake... view full answer...
I don't have a plug-in adapter available, but I do have some solutions that would provide you with a functional 6-way and a 4-pole.
Option one would involve removing your existing 6-way and installing part # 37175. Cut the 4-pole plug off the 37175 and wire it as follows:
Blue - for electric brakes
Red - for auxiliary or hot lead
White - for the ground
Yellow - left turn/brake lamp
Green - right turn/brake lamp
Brown - running lamp
Or, you can completely remove your existing 6-way,... view full answer...
Foam block style kayak carriers like the Rightline Gear # RL100K10 are a great option in certain conditions, such as when you're travelling a short distance through town to get to your local pond, but if you intend to transport your kayak at 75-mph on the interstate for hundreds of miles, then a roof rack and different carrier are called for.
The Rightline kayak carrier also works great in cases where a car's roof weight capacity is pretty close to the kayak's weight. Since you cannot... view full answer...
The manual transmission 1LT models of the 2022 Chevy Spark can definitely be flat towed. You can also use a battery disconnect to save time and effort. I have listed the parts below you will need to flat tow a Spark 1LT along with any installation videos we may have. Please feel free to email me back if you have any additional questions.
Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar item # RM-520 and item # RM-643
Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable... view full answer...
Since the owner's manual isn't clear as to which fuse will disable the accessory relay in your 2013 Chevrolet Spark, I have a couple options for you. You could contact your local Chevrolet dealer to see if they can provide this information for you. If it is determined that you have to pull a fuse when flat towing, check out the included link to see if we have a fuse bypass system that would work for you. This would eliminate the need to pull the fuse every time that you tow. Another option... view full answer...
For a base plate kit confirmed to fit your 2014 Chevy Spark that would also work with the tow bar part # RM-501 that you referenced you would want the part # 523174-1. This base plate has been confirmed to work with all Roadmaster tow bars.
In addition to the base plates and tow bar, you will also need safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.
For lighting... view full answer...
Yes, I am happy to report that the Thule Passage trunk mount bike rack # TH910XT is listed as a fit for your brand new 2014 Chevy Spark. I have included a link to a video showing the rack on a similar vehicle.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # TH982XT. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to... view full answer...
For your 2016 Chevy Spark, I recommend you start with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11433. This is a bolt on installation that is confirmed to fit your Spark. To use this hitch for a bike rack, you will also need the Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap - Bike Rack Strap with Cambuckle # 18050.
For your bike rack, I recommend the Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Recumbents Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # SA4412B-R. This bike carrier is adjustable... view full answer...
I attached a picture of what a 2015 Chevy Spark looks like without ground effects which is what the hitch part # C11334 fits. If the rear of your Spark has additional fascias or plastic panels that hang lower than what you see in the picture then you do have the ground effects and you'd want the # C11316 instead. view full answer...
We can help you select appropriate Blue Ox flat towing components to pull your 2014 Chevrolet Spark with manual transmission. Thank you for coming to us here at etrailer.
For base plates you can use Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit # 523174-1 which features removable arms to help reduce bruised shins. I recommend the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 and safety cables # RM-643.
For a braking system the portable Patriot # BLU37TR is a great choice for its easy installation and set-up... view full answer...
Yes, you will want to install the Adapter part # 30717 on your RV. You will plug the 4-way of your RV into the 4-way of this adapter and then the 7-way of your towed vehicle will plug right into the 7-way of the adapter. view full answer...
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