Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1994 Mazda Miata
Question:
What will I need to flat tow a 1994 Miata? Thanks
asked by: Phil
Expert Reply:
For your 1994 Mazda Miata you will need to purchase the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, item # 711-4.
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 you can use the # RM-2120, and not have to worry about cutting and splicing into the vehicle wiring.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest systems to set up and use are portable systems like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. It applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.
I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
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Wesbar Coiled Adapter - 7-Way RV to 4-Way or 5-Way flat - 8' Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Adapters
- 7 Round - Blade to 5 Flat
- Coiled Cord
- Wesbar
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
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- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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- Recurring Set-Up
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