For your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, I recommend starting with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11132 for your custom fit. Then I recommend the Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitch - 2-1/8" Rise, 2-3/4" Drop - 6-5/8" Long - 2K # 3593 along with the 2 inch hitch ball # 19258.
For your wiring, I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C55532.
With your towing capacity it is rare that you'd need to have a... view full answer...
For your Class I Hitch Receiver # C11132, I do have a multi-ball option for you. To go with the ball mount # 3593, I recommend the Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set - 1-7/8", 2" Balls - 3/4" XL Shank - Nickel # 800B. This allows you to simply replace the ball with the larger or smaller diameter ball and everything else remains in place. You won't need the largest size hitch ball as your vehicle can't tow anything that would require the 2-5/16 inch ball and there isn't one available... view full answer...
I've linked our selection of chains to fit your 205/55 R16 sized tires. I recommend the Titan Chain, part # TC1540. I personally like the install on these compared to other chains. They're also good quality without breaking the bank.
You should check your vehicle owners manual for snow chain recommendations. Some vehicles require Class S (15mm or Less) tire chains, and some vehicle do not recommend the use of tire chains because of lack of clearance when turning.
I have posted a link... view full answer...
We carry numerous chains for your 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser with tire size 195/65-15. I have included a link to the available options below. You will want to check your vehicle owners manual to determine in chains can be used on your car and, if they can, if a certain amount of clearance is required. I have also included a link to our snow chain FAQ article below. view full answer...
According to the owner's manual I looked up online, your 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a maximum towing capacity of 1,000 lbs and tongue weight capacity of 110 lbs. You'l want to verify that in your copy of the manual, but so long as you meet those capacities you are able to tow.
There are two options for a trailer hitch receiver for your vehicle, the Draw-Tite # 24759 and Curt # C11132, and I highly recommend the Curt because it does not require drilling to install while the Draw-Tite... view full answer...
With Class I hitches like the Curt part # C45014 that you have for your 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser you have to use the recommended ball mount from the hitch manufacturer. Which in your case is the Curt # C45520 which has a 3-1/8 inch rise.
For hitch balls you'd then want the part # C40018 for a 2 inch ball and # C40001 for a 1-7/8 inch ball. view full answer...
If your RV has hydraulic brakes only then # RM-9160 will not work. Instead you will need Roadmaster BrakeMaster Braking System with BrakeAway for RVs with Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional Item # RM-9060. Or you could switch to a different braking system such as one of the portable models like the Even Brake # RM-9400. I have included a link to all of the portable systems for your 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. view full answer...
I put together a simple list to help make world of bike racks less overwhelming, but let me know if you need more information or options.
First, get the Draw-Tite Class I Hitch # 24759 installed on your car.
Second, get the Inno Tire Hold 2 Bike Platform Rack # INH120.
That's it!
The Inno Tire Hold 2 Bike Platform Rack # INH120 has an anti-rattle knob (no tools!) that you turn once you put it in the hitch. It also has integrated locks on the wheel mount and the anti-rattle knob so you... view full answer...
Using the tow bar and base plate system should end up being less expensive than purchasing a tow dolly, but I can say that the tow dolly set up would require less pieces to get the PT Cruiser on the road behind your RV. If you are considering the tow dolly option, we do offer one tow dolly by Roadmaster, part # RM-2000-1.
To equip your 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser to be towed with a tow bar, you will first need to install base plate kit # 278-1. You can use receiver inserts, part # RM-200-5,... view full answer...
Carrying two bikes with a 2005 PT Cruiser convertible can be accomplished with a trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite Class I Trailer Hitch, item # 24759, and a 2 Bike rack like the Swagman XC2 Wheel Mount Bike Rack, item # S64650.
Remember to stay within the vehicle, hitch and bike rack tongue weight capacity when carrying bikes on your vehicle.
A trunk or hatch mounted bike rack is not available for the PT Cruiser Convertible. This type of bike rack would not have attachment points on... view full answer...
Typically, the tow dolly will have a set of lights on the fenders so you will not need to wire up your vehicle for this in addition to that.
If your dolly system does not already have lights we offer magnetic towing lights # TL21RK or you could wire up the car with # RM-152 and run an extension like # BX88206. view full answer...
Saris does list the Solo 1 part # SA102 as a fit for your 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, but I would not recommend that rack. Instead the Saris Guardaian part # SAR93FR is a similar priced rack that would fit better. .
If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video... view full answer...
For the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser I have a solution that will allow you to transport bicycles, but there are no trunk racks confirmed to fit the convertible models.
Instead you would want a hitch mounted option. For a hitch the # 24759 has been confirmed to fit all models of the PT Cruiser so it would work well for you.
The Swagman XTC2, part # S64670 is one of the most popular racks because it's so easy to use, and because the rack has an angled shank that would raise the bike rack up... view full answer...
The base plate kit part # 278-1 is a confirmed fit for your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and would work well in a flat towing setup to move your vehicle across the country.
In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.
For lighting... view full answer...
Both the Curt 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # C11132 and the Draw-Tite 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # 24759 for your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser are very similar hitches. They both have a 200-lb tongue weight capacity. The difference in the two hitches is the Curt hitch does not require any drilling to install and the Draw-Tite requires two 1/2 inch holes to be drilled in the frame.
The Draw-Tite might take a little longer to install due to the drilling of the frame. The Curt hitch uses 4 bolts on each... view full answer...
The towing capacity of a vehicle is more than just horsepower and torque unfortunately. It's also based on the transmission, cooling system, brakes, and chassis strength. This is why for your 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser there are only Class I hitches available like the Curt # C11132. Unless the trailer and car are less than 2,000 lbs this wouldn't work. view full answer...
For your 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, the Duncan Towmatic II can be used if you use the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 278-1 along with the RoadMaster Base Plates to Duncan Towmatic II, Karbar and EazAligner Tow Bars Adapter # RM-038. I recommend using Loctite Threadlocker # LT37420 for your baseplate installation. I also recommend the RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs # RM-643 for your safety cables.
For your vehicle wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster... view full answer...
Since you already have the Blue Ox tow bar you'll need the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX1968 which is a confirmed fit for your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed... view full answer...
There is unfortunately not an option to purchase the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1968 for your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser without the attachment arms. The positive side of this is you will have an extra set of arms should any of them get lost or damaged.
Since you mentioned that you already have a tow bar, to complete your flat tow setup you will also need wiring for lights, a supplemental braking system, and safety cables if your tow bar did not come with them.
I recommend the Roadmaster... view full answer...
While you can use a trailer hitch adapter to make the 20x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier # e98874 fit the Class I, 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch on your 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser, I do not recommend this set-up. A trailer hitch adapter that will allow you to carry a 2 inch hitch accessory with your 1-1/4 inch receiver will decrease the capacity of the hitch by 50 percent. The adapter will reduce the hitch's tongue weight capacity from 200 pounds to 100 pounds. The etrailer cargo carrier weighs 48 pounds... view full answer...
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