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  • Installation of Blue Ox Base Plate Kit & Flat Tow Items for 2021 Ford Escape
  • Yes, the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BLU55XR is confirmed to fit the 2021 Ford Escape hybrid. It comes with all needed hardware and we even have an installation video created to walk you through the whole process. For a compete flat tow set up, you will need base plates, tow bar, safety cables, indicator light wiring and supplemental braking. For the 2021 Ford Escape, I recommend: - Base Plate Kit, Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BLU55XR - Tow Bar, etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue...
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  • Does the Connector Kit for DeeZee Truck Bed Auxiliary Tank # DZ97960 Have Automatic Shutoff
  • The Connector Kit for DeeZee Truck Bed Auxiliary Tank # DZ97960 that you referenced does have a gravity feed to transfer diesel fuel from your auxiliary tank to your OEM tank but there is no automatic shutoff. The kit includes a fitting with a manually operated valve, as shown in the linked photo.
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  • Weight of Roadmaster Base Plate and BlackHawk 2 Tow Bar for 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid
  • The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM39FR that fits your 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid has a shipping weight of 58 lbs so it's total weight will be approximately 55 lbs (plus or minus a couple lbs), while the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-422 has a shipping weight of 65 lbs, making its total weight approximately 60 lbs. I have added links to instructions for you to check out as well of the Base Plate Kit # RM39FR and BlackHawk 2Tow Bar # RM-422.
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  • Can The Height Of The Jack-It 2 Bike Rack Be Lowered
  • Yes, the shank for the Jack-It 2 Bike Rack # LC429756 could be flipped upside down and installed in the tower to lower the overall height of the rack.
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  • Splicing New Taillight Converter Into T-1 Connector on 2013 Ford Escape
  • You could use a non-vehicle specific powered converter like # C59496 and splice it into the current t-connector and 12-volt feed. Typically a taillight converter will go bad because of a short in the trailer wiring, so before replacing the converter you'll want to closely examine the wiring on your trailer. Start at the trailer connector and follow each circuit back to the lamps. Look for pinched wires, loose connections, cracked or worn wire insulation-anything that would let the copper...
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  • Gray Floor Mats for a 2002 Ford Escape
  • As you probably know vehicle interior colors nowadays are rarely simply named. Additionally, you can look at the pictures of the gray floor mats that we have but your monitor settings will make the color look slightly different than it actually is. Chances are the gray will not be a 100 percent perfect match but there's nothing wrong with a two tone interior. The gray mat set Husky Liners Auto Floor Mats - Front - Gray # HL51052, would be a great choice. The picture will give you a general...
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  • Will Roof Rack on 2021 Ford Escape w/ Flush Rails Allow Sunroof to Open
  • Roof rack manufacturers all say not to open the sunroof on your 2021 Ford Escape with flush-mounted rails when using a roof rack, though it depends on how how high up the sunroof goes when open. The bottom of the rack will be approximately 3 inches from your panoramic sunroof so there may be interference. If not, or you're okay with that, the correct Thule roof rack fit for your '21 Escape with flush-mounted rails is the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Silver # TH711400 or...
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  • Does Prodigy Trailer Brake Controller Installation Void Ford Vehicle Warranty
  • Vehicle warranty coverage is protected under the Federal Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act. The Act states that if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your warranty unless whatever modifications you have added to your vehicle actually caused the probĀ­lem in question. The only interaction between a trailer brake controller and the vehicle in which it is installed is at the battery, where 12V power is accessed as it would be for any electrical...
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  • Where is the Bulldog Winch Big Dog Hook Made
  • The Bulldog Winch Big Dog Hook part # BDW20182 is made overseas but it does have a lifetime warranty so if there were every any issues with the tow hook, you'd be covered. It's not the same style but if you're looking for something made in the USA I recommend the BulletProof Hitches Shackle Hitch part # ED20SHACKLE.
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  • How To Determine If My 2010 Ford Escape Has Towing Package and Extra Relays and Fuses
  • Your 2010 Ford Escape will have the extra fuses and relays in the fuse box if it came equipped with a factory tow package. The presence of the connector behind the bumper does not necessarily mean that you have the tow package. The connector might be there, but without the relays in the fuse box, the plug will not be active. If the relays are indeed in place, you can use the # 118251 harness that you referenced. If they are missing, take a look at the sockets where they would insert. If...
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  • Replacement Awning Arms to Convert Manual Dometic Awning to Power Electric Awning
  • We do have a conversion kit with replacement awning arms that may work for you, depending on one measurement you need to take. What you will want to do is measure your Dometic awning's fabric extension; if the fabric (when extended) measures 9 feet 8 inches (116 inches) or less then you can use the Solera conversion kit in either white or black: - Black: Solera 12V Power RV Awning Conversion Kit # LC434723 - White: Solera 12V Power RV Awning Conversion Kit # LC434724
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  • Curt 2 Bike Platform Rack, # C18085 With Carbon Fiber Or Custom Paint Bike
  • The Curt 2 Bike Platform Rack, # C18085, and other similar style racks that clamp to the bike we prefer to provide a cautionary warning to when it comes to carbon frame or custom painted bikes. There are many folks that use these racks regularly with carbon fiber framed bikes without issue, there are others that state it is not best. We prefer to error on side of caution. Yes, this will work for a bike with fenders. I prefer the Transfer V2 # KU84FR for carbon fiber bike frames, it holds...
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  • 2" Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver and 4-Way Wiring Harness For a 2020 Ford Escape
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C23FR will require you to temporarily lower the exhaust so that you will be able to access the area where the receiver will be installed. You are only lowering the exhaust to make enough room to insert the receiver and access the fasteners. After you are completed with the installation the exhaust will go right back into the same place it was. The hole size most likely will need to be enlarged so that the bolts and spacers can be inserted into the frame....
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  • Do Catalytic Heaters Like Camco CAM57331 Wave 3 Heater Put Out Condensation
  • Catalytic heaters like the # CAM57331 Wave 3 do indeed put out moisture as a byproduct of the heating process, it's unavoidable with that type of heater. After doing some research, I've found that the best bet to keeping a large part of the condensation at bay is having a window or two cracked and a fan to provide air circulation. If you do a Google search, you will find references to some 12-volt powered dehumidifiers, but from what I've read they use a lot of battery power and don't...
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  • Can a Trailer Hitch Be Detected by the Back Up Sensors on a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid
  • The available hitches for your 2009 Ford Escape will all extend a little beyond the bumper, but not by much; only about 1 inch. What you can do to test the sensors ahead of time is to place something that extends about 1 inch from the bumper where the hitch would be. If the sensors pick it up, then there is a possibility they will sense the hitch. I would think it is unlikely since the distance is only 1 inch and a steep angle up to the sensors. Even if the hitch did trip the sensors...
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  • Are There Any Pictures/Diagrams Of The Detail K2 Mounting Brackets K281235
  • I was able to find a drawing of the # K281235 on the detail K2 website which I have included below. There is very little info out there on this kit. We have not installed one here, nor have we had a chance to get one down to photo and take our own pictures. These kits have not been available for quite some time. The last time we sold one was in 2017.
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  • Can Adjustment Screw On sway Control Unit Be Over-Tightened
  • You can over-tighten the adjustment screw. Various road conditions dictate how the friction control should be set. Per the instructions it should be tested and you should adjust the screw by 1/4 turns until you reach the desired control. If you have a large trailer you may want to consider a second sway control unit.
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  • Can Roadmaster InvisiBrake be Used With 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid
  • Yes, you can use the InvisiBrake on your 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid; all you'd need is one additional part, a brake light relay kit, which is needed so your Escape's brake signal does not override the turn signal when you are braking during a turn. So the exact parts you'll need are the following: - Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 - Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400
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  • Can I Use Chains With 18" Tires On A 2013 Ford Escape
  • We do carry chains that will fit the 235/50-18 tires, such as the Konig Tire Chains # TH01594240. As far as your 2013 Ford Escape, if your manual specifies that you cannot use chains with 18" tires, this is likely due to clearance issues within the wheel well area. The Konig chains I mentioned are fairly low profile, and only require 1/2" of internal clearance. I suggest you go in and measure the wheel well area with the wheels turned in both directions, to see how much space you have to...
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  • Information on MangaFlow Exhaust System # MF16676 For My 2004 Ford Escape 3.0 Liter V6
  • The difference between the MagnaFlow Exhaust # MF16676 and # MF15663 is the vehicles they are designed to fit. Part # MF16676 will fit the 2004-2011 Ford Escape w/ 3.0 V6 motor. Part # MF15663 will fit the 2001-2003 Escape w/ 3.0 V6 motor. If you use part # MF15663 on your Escape, it will not fit properly. You would need to have the exhaust modified to fit. You should see a slight increase in horsepower, and torque and fuel efficiency. Gas mileage really depends on your driving habits...
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