Expert Answers about Mini Cooper

• Recommended Tow Bar Compatible with Blue Ox Base Plates for 2005 Mini Cooper
• To pair with your Blue Ox # BX1303 base plates I recommend using the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # e47ZR. This is a high quality non-binding tow bar at a great price point. The etrailer SD has telescoping and self aligning arms to allow for fast and easy hook up on any surface, so it's also easy to use.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Mini Cooper S Convertible Behind an RV with Roadmaster Eagle Tow Bar
• Since you have a 2011 Mini Cooper Convertible S model you can use Roadmaster base plates # 521879-1A. They are compatible with Quick Disconnects (found on some Roadmaster tow bars) and all Roadmaster tow bars. Base plates # 521880-1 do not fit the design of the Convertible S models. In addition to the tow bar you have and the base plates you will also need safety cables (unless you already have some), lighting, and supplemental braking. for safety cables I recommend # RM-643. The coiled...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Mini Cooper S hardtop with Sport Suspension Behind an RV
• Since your 2007 Mini Cooper S hardtop has the adjustable sport suspension I recommend using Blue Ox base plates # BX1307. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Alpha, # BX7380. This tow bar also includes safety cables so you will not have to purchase any separately. I have linked a video review of this tow bar for you. For lighting you can use a simple magnetic kit, such as # RM-2120. Or, for a more permanent solution you...
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• Recommended Tow Package For A 2013 Mini Cooper
• When it comes to installing a tow package on your 2013 Mini Cooper The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 1-1/4 inch # EH47FR does not come with a ball mount. When it comes to the draw bar I recommend The Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4 inch Hitches - 4 inch Rise - 10 inch Long - 2,000 pounds # 3594. This ball mount is class 1 and class 2 compatible, and has a gross towing weight up to 2,000 pounds and has a tongue weight up to 200 pounds. With this drawbar you will need...
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• Completing a Flat Tow Setup for a 2005 Mini Cooper When you Already Have a Tow Bar
• If you already have the Falcon 5250 tow bar and safety cables, the only remaining pieces you need are a base plate, wiring for lights, and a brake system. For your base plate, the one for your 2005 Mini Cooper that is compatible with the Falcon 5250 is the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 521876-1. It has removeable arms and is compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars (like the Falcon). For the wiring (which is needed to power a brake system), you can use the Roadmaster Tail Light...
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• Best Way To Carry 2" Receiver Accessories with 1-1/4" Receiver on 2004 Mini Cooper
• I have a solution for you, but unfortunately because of the size of the 2004 Mini Cooper there is not a 2" hitch available for this vehicle; this is mostly down to the Class of the hitches that have 2" receivers not being rated for this vehicle. It sounds like you're just looking to carry some hitch mounted accessories with a 2" receiver shank, so as long as you're not going to be using this to tow anything you could use the Curt # C11126 which has a 1-1/4" receiver. Once you've got the...
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• Base Plate Recommendation For A 2006 Mini Cooper
• For your 2005 Mini Cooper. I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521876-1 so you can utilize the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 you mention. This base plate is very easy to disconnect thanks to its EZ Twistlock series brackets, features a hidden bracket design when not in use retaining the factory asthetics of your 2006 Mini Cooper, and includes all the hardware needed for installation.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Mini Cooper with a Blue Ox Base Plate Kit
• The Roadmaster Base Plate Kit that fits your 2006 Mini Cooper is a part # 521876-1 but from the picture you sent in it looks like you actually have the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1303 instead. If you are missing the pins then those can be found as part # BLU57XR on our site (this comes as a pair). You may want to make sure that the base plate kit itself doesn't need to be replaced though. The opening there looks a little rough so you may want to try sanding it and applying some Rustoleum....
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 Mini Cooper Behind an RV
• I will be happy to help you get the parts needed to flat tow your 2015 Mini Cooper behind your motor home. The first thing you will need is base plates. For your 2015 Mini Cooper use # RM-521884-5 if it's a Base model or # RM-521882-5 if it's an S model. I have linked the install details for both of them. Next you will need a compatible tow bar. The tow bar I recommend the most is the Sterling, # RM-576. This tow bar does include another item you will need, safety cables. I have linked...
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• Complete Flat Towing Setup For A 2022 Mini Cooper S With A Manual Transmission
• We do have it, just added as well! What you're wanting is the: -Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM54MR. This base plate is custom made to fit your 2022 Mini Cooper S with the manual transmission. Additionally if you're looking to complete your flat towing setup, you're also going to need: -A set of tow bars # RM-676, -A braking system # SM99251, & -A wiring kit # RM-154.
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• Adapter Needed to Use Falcon 2 Tow Bar with Blue Ox Base Plate Kit on a 2004 Mini Cooper
• To use your Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1303 on your 2004 Mini Cooper you simply need the Roadmaster Tow Bar to Blue Ox Brackets Adapter # RM-031. A complete flat towing setup includes the base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you are missing any of these pieces please let me know and I can make some recommendations for you. Be sure to follow any specific...
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• How Can I Combat Against Crosswind And Sway On My 2020 Thor Axis 24.1?
• In order to combat against wind on your 2020 Thor Axis 24.1 for better steering and stabilization, you'll want to invest into a rear anti-sway bar. Take a look at the: - Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1139-147, This anti-sway bar is actually confirmed to fit your motorhome, will do a great job of minimizing side-to-side movement to improve overall stability of your vehicle, and will diminish the effects of crosswinds, passing motorists, and shifting cargo. Included is a product...
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• High-Low Adapter That Is 8 Long And Has A 4 Rise/Drop
• Yes we do, we have the: -Curt High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars # C59KR This high-low adapter features a 4" rise/drop, fits into a 2" x 2" trailer hitch, is 8" long, and has a maximum weight capacity of 7,500-lbs. If you're looking for a high low adapter that has 8" rise/drop, the only one we offer is the Roadmaster High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars # RM-048-8.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Mini Cooper Behind a Motor Home
• The Blue Ox base plates # BX1307 are indeed a fit for your 2011 Mini Cooper. In addition to the base plates you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking, which you have mentioned. I have linked the installation instructions for you. For a compatible tow bar the most popular option is the Alpha, # BX7380. This tow bar also includes safety cables so you would not need to get additional cables if you choose this tow bar. For lighting, if you...
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• Plug-In Tow Lights For A 2012 Mini Cooper
• Instead of using the Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Light Set # 337TL257M, which will require a 4 way round connector, I recommend the more common Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights # TL21RK which will utilize a 4-flat trailer connector. If you do not have a 4-flat trailer connector, you can add one with # 119250KIT, which will plug directly into your vehicles factory wiring.
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• Which Adapter Bar is Needed to Connect Brute Tow Bar to Roadmaster Base Plates on 2010 Mini Cooper
• My technical contact at Roadmaster confirmed that you can use their Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032 to mate the Roadmaster base plates on your 2010 Mini Cooper Convertible to your Ready Brute Towbar. I checked a piece in our warehouse and the included pins are 1/2-inch diameter. Just for reference I have linked you to a general article on flat towing.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2008 Mini Cooper Convertible
• Step 1 when considering flat towing any vehicle is confirming in the owner's manual that it can be flat towed and any steps required to make it ready for this procedure. The Mini with manual transmission is the preferred version for towing but the automatic transmission models can be towed so long as they have the Steptronic feature. I suggest checking your owner's manual; the information I found was contained in an online edition on pages 147-148. Flat towing requires a few components...
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• Recommended EcoHitch Trailer Hitch for a 2022 Mini Cooper
• The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # EH87FR you're looking at is not going to work with your 2022 Mini Cooper, however the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver # EH78SR will. This hitch has a max weight capacity of 1,500 lbs, a max tongue weight of 225lbs, and has a completely hidden cross tube design to give your car that "from the factory" look. If you also need wiring, the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236 will work great and will...
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• Recommended Base Plate For A 2009 Mini Cooper
• The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 521878-1 is confirmed to fit your 2009 Mini Cooper. The baseplate has a black powder coat finish which is durable and corrosion resistant. It has a simple installation with no welding required. It is compatible with Roadmaster tow bars with the use of The Quick-Disconnect Crossbar # 910021-00 which is sold separately. The Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2 inch Hitch - 6,000 pounds #...
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• Can Roadmaster Sterling All-Terrain Tow Bar be Used with Blue Ox Base Plates for 2008 Mini Clubman
• Yes, you will need an adapter to use the Sterling tow bar with the Blue Ox base plates, # BX1307, for your Mini Clubman. The adapter needed will depend on the serial number of the tow bar. If the tow bar serial number is above 16,501 use adapter # RM-031-5. If the serial number is 16,500 or lower use # RM-031.
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