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  • Can 2014 Ford C-Max Tow A Trailer With A Canoe
  • I checked the owner's manual and on page 182 saw that the powertrain is not designed for towing and that you should never tow a trailer with your 2014 Ford C-Max. I cannot recommend a hitch that would allow you to tow. We do offer trailer hitches that are designed to fit your vehicle but those are intended to be used with accessories like bike carriers or cargo carriers and not intended to be used for towing. The hitch we offer for your C-Max is the Curt, part # C12092. This is a Class...
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  • Will The Malone J-Pro2 Kayak Carrier Work With The Rhino Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars?
  • Yes, the Malone J-Pro2 Kayak Carrier # MPG117MD will work with your Rhino Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA126B-2. All aero type crossbars are a somewhat standard size, the brackets that come with the Malone Kayak Carrier can be used with any brand aero bar with no issues.
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  • Replacement Demco Coiled 7-Way To 6-Way Diode Wiring Kit Cable
  • If you're just wanting the 7-wire to 6-wire cable from the Demco 4-Diode Universal Towed Vehicle Wiring Kit w/ 7-Wire to 6-Wire Coiled Connector # DM9523010-54 then you'll want part # DM9523054. This will also include another 6-way socket, which you can hang onto as a backup if you ever have an issue with your current one.
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  • How Does the BOLT Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock Get Set to a Vehicles Key
  • Basically all you do is insert your key into the lock core of the # BL7018447 that you referenced, turn it clockwise as far as it will go, and the lock will then be set to your key. The tumblers of the lock will be set to your key profile so that only your key will open it. For more info and to see how it works check out the review video I attached. I also attached a picture of what styles of keys this lock will work with.
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  • Is Brake Pressure Reducer Needed When Using Roadmaster BrakeMaster on 2013 Ford C-Max Energi
  • Yes, you will need to use the RoadMaster Brake Pressure Reducer # RM-900002 in order to utilize the Roadmaster BrakeMaster # RM-9060 with your 2013 Ford C-Max Energi. Please note that you also need the Custom Seat Adapter # RM-88295 and the Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751459 to complete this installation. For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you...
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  • Recommended Equipment for Flat Towing 2013 Ford C-Max Behind Motorhome
  • According to the owner's manual, the 2013 Ford C-Max is capable of being flat towed but you'll want to follow the procedures outlined in the owner's manual. For base plates, I'd recommend the # 524432-1 from Roadmaster, for a tow bar, use their Falcon All-Terrain tow bar, part # RM-522. The Falcon All-Terrain won't bind, which makes connecting and disconnecting much quicker and easier if the pavement isn't level. For safety cables, use # RM-643. To wire the taillights so they work in...
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  • Can I Flat Tow A 2016 Ford C-Max Hybrid, If So, What Do I Need
  • Yes, you will be able to flat tow your 2016 Ford C-Max Hybrid. There are some things you will need to flat tow your vehicle. You will need a base plate, a tow bar, safety chains, tow wiring, and a supplemental braking system. My recommendations would be the following items: Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, part # 524432-1 Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs, part # RM-520 RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000...
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  • Recommended Base Plates for 2017 Ford C-Max
  • We have the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit, # 524432-1 that is confirmed to fit the 2017 Ford C-Max and will mate to your Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar, # RM-501. Please note the linked installation video below. If you need wiring for your indicator lights, I suggest the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, # RM-154 and for supplemental braking system, the Brake Buddy Stealth Supplemental Braking System, # HM39530.
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  • Pads and Clips For Attaching Yakima Round Bars With Q Towers On 2013 Ford C-Max
  • To fit the Yakima Q Tower # Y8880047 on your 2013 Ford C-Max you will need 2 of the A-Pads 8810084 for the front crossbar along with Q32 Clips 8000632. For the rear crossbar you will need 2 of the E-Pads 8810082 and Q99 Clips 8000699. We no longer carry these pads and clips since Yakima switched to different mounting systems but you may be able to source them used.
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  • Are Roadmaster Kit Diodes and Wiring Converter for Isolated Stop Lamp Available Individually?
  • The Vehicle to Vehicle Tail Light Converter # 118158 is absolutely available apart from the Roadmaster 6-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles with Separate Lighting # 154-792-118158. Then for the additional diodes you need beyond what you currently have you will use the Roadmaster Hy-Power Diode - (Qty 1) # RM-790 or package of 2 # RM-792. The prices are on each product summary linked or on the individual product pages.
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2014 Ford C-Max in the UK
  • We have a number of trunk mount bike racks that are listed as a fit for the 2014 Ford C-Max but I cannot guarantee they will fit a European spec model. But if the body is the same there should be no problem. However, in the UK they have different requirements for trunk mount bike racks. She would likely need to install a light bar of some kind (standard on most UK Thule trunk mount racks) to be in compliance with the laws. She would want to check the laws ahead of time before a rack is...
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  • Can a Front Wheel Drive Ford EcoSport Be Dolly Towed
  • Yes, you can dolly tow a front wheel drive Ford EcoSport with the front two wheels in the air. I cannot confirm compatibly with the Gypsy Tow Dolly as we do not carry this but I can confirm that the above can be accomplished with the Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly part # DM9713045. The Kar Kaddy SS is the best all in one tow dolly we offer. It has surge disc brakes for maximum stopping power/reliability, a folding tongue for easy storage, and a wheeled jack to maneuver the dolly around while...
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  • Weight of Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage
  • The Curt # C12097 you'd looked at isn't a fit for the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage, so it wouldn't work for you but we do offer a hitch that fits. The Curt # C11394 weighs just under 20 lbs, and is the correct hitch for your Mirage.
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  • Will the Blue Ox Diode Kit 8848 Fit a 2013 Ford C-Max
  • Yes, for your 2013 Ford C-Max the Blue Ox Tow Bar lighting kit part # BX8848 has been confirmed as a fit. I attached a link to the install instructions plus a link to a help article page on installing kits like this.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2015 Ford C-Max for Bike Rack with 2 Inch Shank
  • I do have a solution for you, however all of the available trailer hitches that are confirmed to fit your 2015 Ford C-Max are Class I and Class II hitches that have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. Starting with the trailer hitch, I recommend the Curt Class II Receiver Hitch # C12092. This is custom-fit for your C-Max and will provide a 350 pound tongue weight capacity. Keep in mind that some drilling will be required during installation and the exhaust will need to be temporarily lowered....
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  • Recommended Kuat Sherpa Hitch Bike Rack for Class II Hitch on 2013 Ford C-Max
  • The Curt 1-1/4-inch, Class II Trailer Hitch part # C12092 with the 1-1/4-inch Class II Trailer Hitch is a confirmed fit on your 2013 Ford C-Max, as is the higher-priced 2-inch hitch from EcoHitch, part # 306-X7200. These are both great hitches, the Curt hitch has a warranty requirement of using a support strap # 18050 when using a bike rack. If you don't care to bother with this, then the EcoHitch Hidden would be a better choice. I linked an install video for the Curt hitch. The Kuat...
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  • Wind Fairing Recommendation for Euro-Style Roof Rack on a 2017 Ford C-Max
  • The 44" Rhino-Rack Fairing for Roof Racks # RRRF3 is what you need for the Euro-Style roof rack on your 2017 Ford C-Max. The clamps do look like they are designed better for aero-style crossbars but the clamps will fit round, square, and aero crossbars styles without any issues. If you're interested in a different mount style I recommend checking out the Yakima WindShield Fairing for Roof Racks # Y05018 which secures using a strap-type system as opposed to clamps. Attached are review...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing System for a 2017 Ford C-Max
  • For your 2017 Ford C-Max, I recommend you start with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2639. Then I recommend using the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380 which comes with the safety cables needed. I also recommend using the locks # BX88177. Then for your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will give you the clean connections on the front of your C-Max and will also allow you to utilize your vehicle's wiring while protecting...
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  • What Parts Do I Need to Tow My 2017 Ford C-Max on The Roadmaster Dolly # RM-2050-1?
  • When looking at the Roadmaster Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1 for your 2017 Ford C-Max, you need to have the proper wiring harnesses, plug, a brake controller, and a ball mount/ball with the proper height. To set up your tow vehicle with the proper wiring, it needs to have a 7-way installed. For that harness, I recommend the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat # ETBC7. With this harness, you have the setup needed to add the brake controller. On the...
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for 2018 Ford C-Max
  • For your 2017 Ford C-Max with a naked roof the roof rack I recommend is the Rhino Rack roof rack part numbers # RRVA137B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK357 because it installs easily, gives you aero shaped bars which minimizes wind noise, and would work great for the pop up tent application you mentioned. It also would be just fine to get through a car wash.
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