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- Installation Instructions for Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System RM-8700
- The Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 is one of the options for a braking system to allow your 2008 Smart fortwo to be flat-towed behind a motorhome or other vehicle using a tow bar like the Blue Ox Alpha # BX7380.
We do have installation videos for the Roadmaster system in a number of vehicles, but just not your fortwo. Once a local customer brings their fortwo in for an installation we'll make a video. I linked for you a video showing installation in a different...
view full answer... - How to Install a Trailer Hitch for a 2013 Smart fortwo
- The bumper does not have to be removed to install Curt trailer hitch # C11020 on your 2013 Smart fortwo. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the hitch so you can see all of the steps. I have also linked a video showing installation for you.
If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum...
view full answer... - 2013 Smart Car Flat Towing Component Installation
- For your 2013 Smart fortwo, I will walk though the parts listed to confirm fits and compatibility to assist. The Blue Ox base plates # BX1987 is a confirmed fit and will work well with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 6,500 lbs # BX7380 you referenced which comes with the safety cables.
For your tow bar wiring, the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 is an excellent choice to give you the clean connection and utilize your factory wiring while...
view full answer... - Grille Cut-Out Installation Instructions For BlueOx Baseplate # BX1987 On a 2012 Smart twofor
- Yes, you will have to cut holes in your grille to make the baseplate extend out. My contact at Blue Ox told me that the way this is to be done is to hold the grille up to the area where the baseplates attach and mark the dimensions on the grille with a washable white paint and cut out from there.
You will want to start off small and tweak from there so you do not over-cut.
Blue Ox does not have a measurement specific diagram at this time.
view full answer... - Is a Vehicle Lift Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2008 Smart fortwo
- A lift is not required to install Curt trailer hitch # C11020 on your 2008 Smart fortwo. Using ramps or a jack and jack stands will provide you with enough clearance to install the hitch.
view full answer... - Installation of Roadmaster Ffalcon 2 Tow Bar Cover
- It sounds like you have the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-520 and a cover like the Roadmaster Tow Bar Cover # RM-055-3. I've attached a couple videos of the cover installation and the retaining strap just serves to snug the cover up to the tow bar in the stowed position. You can absolutely drive with this cover on as the majority of wind will not directly impact the cover because of the location behind the motorhome. If you are still concerned,...
view full answer... - How is the Brake Buddy Powered if Battery is Disconnected?
- To flat tow certain vehicles, the ignition might be in a position that would normally activate certain accessories on the vehicle that would drain the batteries and aren't necessary while towing. To avoid this, some manufacturers instruct you to disconnect the negative battery terminal.
Since the Brake Buddy needs to draw power from somewhere, you need an outlet kit such as # RM-9332, which wires directly to the battery. This will allow you to disconnect the battery so your vehicle doesn't...
view full answer... - Speed Rating of the Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Tire with 15 Inch White Spoke Wheel
- The Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Tire with 15" White Spoke Wheel part # AM32680 has a maximum speed rating of 65 mph. If you need something higher than this then you may want to consider the Westlake ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 15" White Spoke Wheel part # LHACK124 which has a 75 mph speed rating.
view full answer... - Will Roadmaster Diode Wiring Kit # RM-15267 Work on Towed Vehicle with Battery Disconnected
- Yes, the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 will work perfectly on your 2010 Smart fortwo that requires the battery to be disconnected when being flat towed. The power that activates the signal lights on the fortwo will be coming from the RV so the battery being disconnected is not a problem.
Since the battery does need to be disconnected I recommend adding the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch # RM-766 to your setup. This will install...
view full answer... - Will Roadmaster InvisiBrake Work on 2017 Smart ForTwo and Installation Instructions
- The Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 referenced in your question will work great on your 2017 Smart fortwo. For your vehicle you will also need to add the Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751486 to ensure the system works properly. The system will engage the vehicle's brakes as soon as the RV brake lights illuminate and the actuator box installs permanently so you won't need to remove, adjust, or reactivate it as you transmission back and forth between flat towing...
view full answer... - Does Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar Use Quick-Disconnects with EZ Base Plate Kit
- The Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, part # RM-522, that you purchased connects to the EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 52285-1, using the quick-disconnects. It does not use them when connecting to MS, MX, or EZ5 base plate kits, like you said, but this is not what you have.
Also, since you do use the quick-disconnects, you should be using the included short safety cables with the # RM-643 cables you purchased.
view full answer... - Installation Instructions for Trailer Wiring Harness 18252 for a 2008 Smart fortwo
- The trailer wiring harness # 18252 is a universal hardwire type of harness so it does not have vehicle specific instructions because it fits so many vehicles. However, the process for installation is the same for all vehicles. You will use the included circuit tester to test each wire behind the tail lights.
The white wire is ground and attaches to a clean bare metal surface. Brown attaches to the running light wire. Yellow is for the left turn signal/left brake light. And green is for...
view full answer... - Which Base Plate Installs Easily on a 2013 Smart ForTwo, Blue Ox # BX1987 or Roadmaster # 52285-1
- Blue Ox rates the installation difficulty for their 2013 Smart ForTwo base plates, part # BX1987, such that an experienced professional installer will typically need 4 hours to complete the install. (First-time installers will usually take significantly longer to complete the process.) The installation of this product requires removal of the front bumper fascia, some trimming of the bumper and air dam and some drilling.
The Roadmaster # 52285-1, Base Plates for the 2013 Smart fortwo, according...
view full answer... - Can You Leave the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Installed on the Roof When Not in Use?
- You can leave the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long # 298-SX6000B installed even when not in use. However, we recommend taking it off the roof whenever you can because it will increase the longevity of the vacuum cups if it avoids the elements or dust/debris.
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