Supplemental Braking Recommendation for Flat Towing a 2012 Honda Fit Sport Behind a Motor Home
Question:
I have a recent purchased 2012 Honda Fit Sport that Ill be using to flat tow behind my RV. Beside the Roadmaster EZ base plate, Roadmaster Falcon 2 tow bar and Roadmaster safety cable and Tow lights, are there anything else that Ill need to complete the parts needed for towing?
asked by: Marcos
Expert Reply:
Since you already have the base plates, tow bar, safety cables, and lights, you will only need one more item to complete the towing set up of your 2012 Honda Fit.
Most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Even Brake # RM-9400 which is a proportional system. It applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the motor home is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Also you will want to consult the vehicle owners manual for additional information on flat towing the vehicle. In my research I found that on the 2012 Honda Fit there are fuses that have to be pulled to flat tow the vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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