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  • Should 2007 Pontiac Vibe Be Flat Towed Or Dolly Towed
  • The flat towing products mentioned in the question you read will fit your 2007 Pontiac Vibe, you will more than likely need a lube pump or a drive shaft disconnect since your Vibe is an automatic. Unfortunately I am not able to confirm which components would be required. An easier option that absolutely works is Dolly Towing, and this option will not require any modifications to your vehicle. I recommend going with the Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs # RM-2050-1...
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  • Recommended Trailer Brake Controller and Wiring for 2005 Pontiac Vibe
  • To install a trailer brake controller on your 2005 Pontiac Vibe, you will just need a few things. If you do not already have a 4-way connector installed, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118458. This will allow you to quickly install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle. No cutting, splicing or tapping into wires is required. I have attached an installation video on your vehicle for you to check out. After the 4-way connector is installed, you will then use...
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  • What is Shank Rise for Hollywood Rack Bike Rack # HR200
  • The Hollywood Rack Bike Rack part # HR200Z has a shank rise of 5 inches which means the curve you see in the shank (the portion that attaches to the trailer hitch and the rest of the rack), goes up a total of 5 inches for added ground clearance. See picture.
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  • Canoe Carrier Hull Facing Down on a Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer # Y08107
  • For a canoe carrier that would allow you to transport it with the hull facing down on the Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer part # Y08107 that you referenced you would want the Yakima KeelOver Rooftop Canoe Carrier with Tie-Downs # Y04069. This rack is designed for transporting a kayak or canoe with the hull facing down. Check out the review video I attached for more info.
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  • Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 2006 Pontiac Vibe AWD with a 1.8L Engine
  • Transmission coolers are not vehicle specific, however to optimize efficiency you would want to use the largest transmission cooler available, and mount in the optimal place on your vehicle. The most efficient mounting position is considered to be between the grille and the AC condenser core. Considering the space that is available for you to mount a transmission cooler is most likely limited on your 2006 Pontiac Vibe I recommend either the Derale 9000 Plate and Fin Transmission Cooler...
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  • 2 inch hitches are only used on larger vehicles like trucks and SUVs that have higher towing capacities. For your 2003 Pontiac Vibe you would have to go with a 1-1/4 inch hitch like the part # 24812 and a bike rack compatible with a Class I hitch like this. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. This rack has a ton of positive reviews from our customers who have tried it. Check out the review video I...
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  • Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for a 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  • There are 2 options for wiring harnesses on the 2009 Pontiac Vibe. The Curt vehicle wiring harness # C56035 will have a higher capacity, which is desirable if your trailer has more lights than the bare basics. The 2nd option is the Tow Ready wiring harness # 118460 which I have found to be more reliable. It is recommended that you use a small amount of dielectric grease # 11755 on all electrical connections - the plugs on your automobile and the 4-pole connector itself - to help prevent...
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  • Can Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar Be Used with Roadmaster 3113-1 Base Plate for 2004 Pontiac Vibe
  • Yes the Roadmaster Tow Bar part # RM-501 will connect to the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 3113-1 which is a confirmed fit for your 2004 Pontiac Vibe and will work great. This is a recommended solution that will be easy to use and work great.
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  • Trailer Wiring Options for a 2005 Pontiac Vibe GT
  • There are 2 possible trailer wiring options for your 2005 Pontiac Vibe GT. The Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118458, that you have referenced would be the easiest to install. It has 3 sets of connectors and a ground wire. The 3 sets of connectors simply plug in line with your vehicle tail lights. The ground wire gets connected to a bare metal surface or existing ground point. To get access to the connection points, you will need to remove the rear cargo area floor panel (as if...
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  • Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  • For a base plate kit for your 2009 Pontiac Vibe you would want the part # BX3779. Then for a tow bar the most popular option is the part # BX7380 which comes with safety cables. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the...
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  • Adding a 4- and 7-Way Connector to Use Prodigy RF Brake Controller with 2005 Pontiac Vibe
  • To add a 4- and 7-Way connector to your 2005 Pontiac Vibe that already has a 4-Way AND to have it work with the Prodigy RF # TK94FR you will need a couple of parts. First you will need # 37185. The 4-Way you have plugs into this, retains the 4-Way and also adds a 7-Way. This adapter has several wires that you will need to hardwire to the vehicle so that it will work with the RF. First, ground the white wire to the frame. Since you are using the Prodigy RF you will not need the blue wire...
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  • What Gear Does 2007 Pontiac Vibe Need to be in to Tow on Dolly
  • I pulled up the owners manual of your 2007 Pontiac Vibe and to tow it on a tow dolly like the # RM-2000-1 you need to put the transmission in park if it's an automatic or neutral if it's a manual. Clamp the steering wheel in the straight ahead position using the seat belt wrapped around the wheel a few times and then buckled. Next you'll pull the belt all the way out so that it engages the ratchet mechanism and you'll then pull it as tight as you can to the wheel so that the belt is locking...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2010 Pontiac Vibe GT
  • I checked with Saris and the Bones 3 Carrier part # SA801BL has been confirmed as a fit for your 2010 Pontiac Vibe. However, for a rack that would work better with the spoiler of your GT you would want the Hollywood Rack Over the Top part # HRF2. This rack is specifically designed to fit over spoilers like what you have. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative...
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  • What is Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Pontiac Vibe Behind an RV
  • To tow your 2007 Pontiac Vibe behind your RV, you will first need to install a base plate kit. For your vehicle, you will need the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 3130-1. Base plate kits are vehicle specific and this one is made to fit your Vibe. I have included a video that shows a base plate kit being installed to give you a general idea of what it entails. Next you will attach a tow bar. The RoadMaster Tracker, # RM-020, is designed to be compatible with the XL series of base plates....
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  • How to Get Replacement Installation Hardware for a Hitch for a 2003 Pontiac Vibe
  • If you can determine the brand and part number of the hitch we can sell you everything you need to install it on your 2003 Pontiac Vibe. With that information you would need to go to the product page of the Replacement Hardware Kit part # RHK, enter the part number in the box, and then select your hitch brand and we will ship you out the correct hardware kit.
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  • Difference Between Available Trailer Wiring Harnesses for 2004 Pontiac Vibe
  • The powered converter on the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11141425 and the Curt T-Connector # 55057 will require a direct connection to the vehicle battery to power the trailer lights. This will essentially protect the vehicle wiring and electrical system from damage. Because these harnesses use a powered converter, it will have a higher amperage rating when compared to alternatives that have a standard converter. With this in mind, if you only plan on towing a trailer...
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  • Weight Distribution System Recommendation for a Trailer with 540 lbs of Tongue Weight
  • When using a weight distribution system on a trailer the weight on the axles will stay the same. The tongue weight of the trailer will be distributed from being basically all on the rear axle of the tow vehicle to being also on the front axle of the tow vehicle. Weight distribution systems are recommended when the trailer of the vehicle weighs more than 50 percent of the tow vehicle. The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for Carrying 4 Bike Rack with 2007 Pontiac Vibe
  • Since only Class II and up trailer hitches can carry 4 bike racks the hitch you would want is the Curt hitch part # C12234 which is a confirmed fit for your 2007 Pontiac Vibe. The other hitches you mentioned are Class I which can only carry up to 2 bikes on a bike rack.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2009 Pontiac Vibe
  • For your 2009 Pontiac Vibe you would want the Tekonsha harness part # 118460 as it is a confirmed fit that will install easily by plugging inline with the taillight harness. I can't recommend a harness from a different vehicle for yours. I attached an install video for this harness for you to check out as well.
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  • Lid Supports that Fit Yakima Skybox Carbonite 16
  • Is this the latch you are looking for? 8870090 Replacement parts for your box aren't all available but I believe this might be what you are looking for.
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