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  • Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2009 Buick Enclave FWD Behind A Motor Home
  • You will only need a few parts to flat tow your Enclave. First you will need a base plate kit made custom for your towed vehicle. The Roadmaster # 523149-1 would be a good choice. Next you will need a tow bar. I recommend the Roadmaster # RM-522 “Falcon” All Terrain and Non-Binding tow bar rated for 6000 pounds. A non-binding tow bar will let you easily disconnect your tow bar even if your coach and towed vehicle is not on level ground or at a difficult angle. When your coach and towed...
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  • Are There Lock Kits for Thule Wingbar Evo Roof Racks
  • Yes, for the Thule Wingbar Evo roof racks like the part numbers # TH711420, # TH710601, and # TH186029 that you referenced we do have lock kits available with the part # TH450400.
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  • Recommendation For Powering Blue Ox Patriot Brake System On 2023 Encore GX When Battery Disconnected
  • Rather than disconnecting the battery by removing the ground connection I recommend installing the Roadmaster Battery Disconnect # RM-766 on your 2023 Buick Encore GX. This will allow you to Run a 12 Volt Outlet # RM-9332 for your Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR which connects to the power side of the battery disconnect. This way when you press the button on your dash to disconnect the battery this outlet still has power for the braking system. Be sure to also install the Charge Line Kit #...
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  • Will Thule EasyFold XT Work Well on 2019 Buick Encore
  • The Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 can fit 1-1/4 inch and 2 inch hitch sizes so yes it would work great in a 1-1/4 inch hitch of a 2019 Buick Encore like the Curt part # C11527. We haven't had any customers come back who have installed it on an Encore but the Encore is a very standard smaller SUV like we've personally had the chance to install the rack on and we found that it fit really well. I attached a couple review videos that show it installed on a couple SUVs for you to check out.
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  • Easy to Install Trailer Wiring Kit for 2015 Buick Enclave without Trailer Wiring
  • We have a very easy to install trailer wiring kit for your 2015 Buick Enclave that comes with needed relays and fuses to easily activate the tow package wiring of the vehicle with the Tekonsha kit part # 118270 for a 4-way or part # 118271 for a 7-way. This easily plugs into a connector that's found at the rear of your vehicle.
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  • Does 2020 Buick Envision Need Brake Light Relay and Which is Easier Blue Ox or Roadmaster Setup
  • Does our Allegro have trailer wiring already present at the rear of the vehicle? Like with a 7-way connector? If so the circuits are already combined regardless of what you see on the vehicle taillights. If you plan to use a diode kit or bulb and socket tow bar lighting solution you will need a brake light relay like # RM-88400 when using the brake system you mentioned so that the brake lights won't override the blinkers. It's a toss up on which is easier to use between the Roadmaster...
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  • Replacement Hardware for Blue Ox Base Plate on 2017 Buick Enclave
  • The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1708 is confirmed to fit your 2017 Buick Enclave. You will need 4 of the Replacement Weldment - 1/2" -13 Nut Wire # 61-4029 as well as the bag of bolts # BLU39FR.
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  • Trailer Jack Recommendations for a Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer
  • I think your best option would be to get a Fulton Snap-Ring Swivel Marine Jack # F1410050149 like you referenced. This should attach to your 2 inch by 2 inch trailer frame and provide you with a light weight jack for your Yakima Rack and Roll trailer. You should be careful not to exceed the weight capacity of your trailer, I am a little worried that you might be since you need a trailer jack on such a lightweight trailer.
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  • How To Order Replacement Trailer Hitch Installation Hardware For 1994 Buick Roadmaster Sedan
  • For a 1994 Buick Roadmaster we offer one trailer hitch. It is the Class ll Curt Trailer Hitch, part # C12009. This trailer hitch has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. For this hitch a tech note form Curt states that all non-trailer loads - bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth - should be supported with stabilizing straps, like part # 18050. Failure to properly support these loads will void your hitch warranty from Curt. For replacement hardware for a trailer hitch you can type # RHK...
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  • How to Pick Out a Blue Ox Weight Distribution System for a 2014 Buick Enclave Towing Pop Up
  • The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use. If your loaded tongue weight is...
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  • Will Installing a Transmission Cooler On A 2006 Buick LaCrosse Increase Towing Capacity
  • The addition of a transmission cooler will absolutely help while towing with your 2006 Buick LaCrosse to both increase performance and prolong the life of your vehicle's transmission. That said, it will not increase your towing capacity in the eyes of the manufacturer. However, the factory warranty on your LaCrosse has most likely already expired so I recommend you just use your best judgement when it comes to your towing capacity after adding supplements such as a transmission cooler....
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  • Hitch For 2021 Buick Encore
  • Adding a hitch to any vehicle is a great addition and gives you plenty of options for anything you may be transporting. Although there is not an option for a hidden hitch for your vehicle at this time, I do suggest the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver Item # C11527. Whether you are looking to add accessories, or tow a small trailer, this 1-1/4" hitch is more than capable. It provides a tongue weight rating of 200 pounds along with a maximum gross trailer weight of 2,000 pounds. When...
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  • Roof Rack and Kayak Carriers For a 2010 Buick Enclave To Carry 2 Kayaks
  • I recommend using the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack # 298-SX6000B on your 2010 Buick Enclave as there are no aftermarket crossbars that are confirmed to fit your Enclave's side rails. This rack has a 150lbs capacity while only weighing 12lbs. You will then be able to use 2 sets of the etrailer J-Style Kayak Carrier # e98878 to secure your Kayaks to your roof. These will fold down when not needed so you do not have to remove them from your roof when they are not being used.
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  • Wiring Recommendations to Flat Tow a 2013 Buick Enclave Behind a Motor Home
  • A magnetic kit like # RM-2120 would definitely work since they bypass the factory wiring. These kits are ideal if you will not be towing the vehicle very often. A more permanent alternative if you will be towing the Enclave frequently and that still bypasses the vehicle wiring is a bulb and socket kit, # RM-155. The only things to think about with this kit are the space needed for installation and the drilling required. You will need at least 1/4 inch of space between the top of the bulb...
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Buick Encore
  • For your 2014 Buick Encore you will first want to start with a hitch that has been confirmed to fit your vehicle. For that you would want the hitch part # C11527. This hitch has a 1-1/4 inch opening and will work well with the Thule Helium Bike Rack part # TH9043 that you referenced. You will also need the Curt Stabilizer Strap # 18050 when using a bike rack.
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  • Which Trailer Hitch Fits 2019 Buick Regal Sportback
  • We do have a hitch for your 2019 Buick Regal Sportback GS but the Curt you mentioned does not fit the GS models. I checked with them just now to confirm this. Draw Tite offers the # 36652 though that fits all models of the 2019 Regal including your GS so it would fit and work well. If you need trailer wiring Curt has an easy to install and very reliable kit with part # C56389 that fits your vehicle.
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  • Can Roadmaster Rock Guard Be Used When Flat Towing 2018 Buick Envision
  • Yes, you can use a Roadmaster Guardian Rock Guard # RM-4000 when flat towing your 2018 Buick Envision. You'll need to use a Roadmaster flat towing setup that has the crossbar so let's get you set up with that as well. Starting with the base plates I recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit # RM-523188-4. This base plate kit is custom fit for your vehicle and features a hidden bracket design for a nice clean look when you aren't towing. For a compatible tow bar that will work great...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Cargo Basket for 2021 Buick Encore
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11527 is a great option for a 2021 Buick Encore. It has a class I rating with 1-1/4" receiver tube opening. If you're looking for a cargo basket, I recommend the 19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier part # C18110. It comes with everything you need to secure it to the trailer hitch. Unfortunately, there are not really a ton of cargo basket options for 1-1/4" hitches but the above is one of our best and will work great for you.
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  • How Often do I Have to Start my 2017 Buick Envision When I am Flat Towing it
  • I've checked through the owners manual and was unable to find any requirement on starting the vehicle when flat towing. On some vehicles there is a note in the manual that says to start and run the engine every so often to lubricate the transmission. But again I did not see one in the online manual. Please check your manual to see if the information is the same. As far as the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch for Towed Vehicle part # RM76512 it only needs to be turned on when you...
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  • What Size Wrenches are Needed to Install Draw Tite Hitch # 36216
  • To install the Draw Tite hitch part # 36216 you need the wrench sizes 9/16", 10 mm, 13 mm, and 15 mm. I also attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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