Recommended Parts to Flat Tow a 2017 Chevy Spark LT
Question:
2017 chev spark Lt . Called to order complete flat towing kit. After talking to some representive on 800 #.She said I Should us this instead item I did reseach on. After checking those # against mine ,some wont work on my car?? Example...suggusted dm9519326 vs. my pick rm 523185-4... Would like to talk to someone with better understanding of what is needed for that car.So I dont run into trouble installing or shipping back and fourth to get the right part. Thank you
asked by: WILLIAM F
Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out - I'd be more than happy to help out!
For a complete flat towing setup on your 2017 Chevy Spark 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. Here are the parts I recommend for your application:
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - # RM-523185-4
etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar - # e44ZR (comes with safety cables)
Roadmaster Smart Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Wiring Kit - # RM26FR
Brake Kit - Part # DM86VR motorhome hydraulic brakes or Part # DM26VR motorhome air brakes
High-Low Adapter - See linked article (bar mount height is 18")
Please note that GM has a technical bulletin for the 2017-2018 Spark with a Manual Transmission that you'll want to reference to make sure you get everything set up correctly.
I've attached some videos for you to check out as well. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Wireless Monitoring - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Wireless Monitor - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates - RV Mount - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- etrailer
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Roadmaster Smart Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Wiring Kit for Variable Voltage Incandescent Tail Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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