To lift your single axle trailer leaf springs from the bottom of your axle to the top of your axle to provide lift for the suspension you will need 2 new spring seats, 4 u-bolts, 8 nuts and 2 U-Bolt plates, see links. This is assuming that your trailer suspension is in good condition otherwise. If your springs are worn 2 new springs will be needed also, see link.
The diameter of your trailer axle will determine the size of the parts that you will need to order. If your axle is 3 inches... view full answer...
We have just what you're looking for. I recommend using the Curt # C11127 because of the heavier powder coating on the Curt hitches compared to others. This is a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver that is a confirmed fit on your 2012 Mazda 5.
For a wiring harness I recommend using the Tekonsha T-One Wiring Harness # 118520, which will tee into the plugs for your vehicle lights and provide you with a 4 way plug for trailer lighting. You will also need a ball mount similar to the Curt... view full answer...
Flat towing a car behind a motorhome requires a number of components. Each of these is explained in the linked overview article on flat towing. Some cars will require specific preparation steps before they can be flat towed and the car owner's manual will indicate if this is the case. You'll want to check the index in your Mazda 5 owner's manual under the heading 'recreational towing' to see if any steps are required before the car can be flat towed. I also included two other articles to... view full answer...
You will also need the Custom DK Clamp Kit # DK285 to go along with the Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack with Crossbars # RRVA118B-2, and # RRRLKVA that you referenced. view full answer...
Draw-Tite Class I trailer hitch # 24773 is a confirmed fit for your 2008 Mazda 5 and it installs without drilling using the included hardware package. I have linked a video, the written instructions and a helpful article on hitch installation to assist your install.
Towing will also require a ball mount, pin and clip and hitch ball. The hitch comes with the ball mount and pin/clip so you'll need to add only a hitch ball of the size required to match the trailer's coupler, either 1-7/8-inch... view full answer...
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