The solution for your Roadmaster Falcon 5250 tow bar is the Roadmaster Complete Repair Kit # RM-910003-55. I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and he confirmed that you will want to use the repair kit to replace the components in your tow bar. I have attached the installation instructions to this kit for you.
When the tow bar is apart, my contact at Roadmaster said that to clean to the tow bar you will want to use a simple degreaser, non-abrasive brush, and only silicone spray.
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It sounds like you have a tow bar that binds. There are non-binding tow bars that will allow you to unlock the bars with the push of a lever such as # BX4375. Unfortunately, with a tow bar that binds the only way to disconnect your vehicle is to park on level ground and disconnect. view full answer...
When locking out the arms on the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e47ZR (e98971), I would try pulling forward in the motorhome. While doing so you will want to steer briefly left and then briefly right to extend, self-center and lock each tow bar arm.
If you do not have any luck locking out the tow bar arms in this manner, I would inspect the tow bar to ensure that the tow bar arm is not bent or the latch is not damaged in any way. view full answer...
Over time, dirt and debris can build up on the retracting portion of the tow bar arms. When the arms retract, this dirt is carried into the interior of the tow bar, and can foul out the locking mechanism on one or both of the tow bar arms. This is what I believe happened.
You can try cleaning the tow bar using the # RM-9911 Voom spray cleaner, and see if that solves the problem, but I (and my Roadmaster representative) believe your best bet would be to use the # RM-910003-60 repair kit... view full answer...
First things first I recommend first cleaning the arms on your Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520.
To do this you will want to soak the arms with degreaser and then move the arms in and out while rinsing them off with water. Next dry the arms thoroughly then lubricate with a dry silicone spray.
You may also need Complete Repair Kit for Roadmaster Falcon 2 and BlackHawk Tow Bars # RM-910003-60 which includes the replacement components needed to freshen up your tow bar.
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We do not carry the Duncan TowMatic II tow bar but in general if a tow bar's two arms are not symmetrical, meaning extended to the same length when you're pulling your toad behind the RV in a straight line, then there is likely to be an issue inside the one telescoping arm. Tow bars do require periodic maintenance and lubrication. Road grit and moisture can work their way into the arm mechanism and cause binding, such as what you're experiencing with the arm that does not fully extend.
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There's a 3" zone of safety with a motorhome mounted tow bar so being 7" off can cause all sorts of problems. I recommend getting an adapter like the Blue Ox High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars # BX88241, which has a 7" rise or drop. If you're wanting to tow some other items like a bike rack you could also use a stacked receiver like the Gen-Y Adjustable 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers # 325-GH-514.
I also want to note that you shouldn't be backing up with your tow bar and that if you are... view full answer...
The cover that fits Blue Ox Aladdin, Aventa LX and Aventa II and Alpha tow bars is # BX8875. The cover will protect your tow bar from the elements. As a result, increasing longevity and ensuring that your tow bar works properly.
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Tow bars in general are not easily released when on an incline or at an angle. It's just the nature of how they work. The angles and inclines bind the bars up of the tow bar in the base plate kit and make the components hard to release.
The release mechanism of the Falcon # RM-522 does relieve a great deal of the pressure but nothing will be easier to disconnect from than if the flat towing setup is sitting perfect straight on level ground. view full answer...
Tow bars like the Blue Ox Aladdin require regular maintenance to keep working smoothly. It is likely there is dirt build up inside of the arm in question and it is gumming up the mechanism. Below are the recommended maintenance steps from Blue Ox:
This tow bar requires periodic maintenance. It will be subjected to road dirt and weather during use.
The following tips will help maintain the condition of your new tow bar.
1. Keep the tow bar covered when not in use, on or off of the towing... view full answer...
It sounds like the arms of your Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-676 got stuck before locking in place. I recommend spraying the arms with some lubrication # RM-747 and working the arms in and out a bit. You can then connect to the G5 as normal and pull forward a bit with someone watching to make sure that the arms pull out straight and lock in place. I also recommend recommend covering # RM-055-3 the tow bar when not in use to prevent the elements or any debris... view full answer...
The Blue Ox 2-Inch High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars # RM-048-4 has a 10,000-lb towing capacity in both 4-inch rise or 4-inch drop positions.
If your towed car is now showing unusual tire wear when towed by your new motorhome you will want to make sure that when hitched at both ends your tow bar is close to perfectly level. If the tow bar were to be several inches lower at the motorhome end it could pull down on the front of the toad and cause more pressure and wear on the tires. Tow bars... view full answer...
There are several possible causes for the severe tire wear you are seeing on your Ford Focus. First, if the tow bar is not level with the RVs it can put extra stress (downward force in this case) on the front of the Focus. That extra force can lead to not only tire wear but also potentially damage the tow bar and base plates.
Make sure that you have the steering on the Focus unlocked so that it is free to turn when being towed. If the steering is locked, it will cause severe tire wear... view full answer...
On the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380 the vertical bracket on the shank that accepts the pin when storing the tow bar in the vertical position comes from the factory with an oval slot. My contact at Blue Ox confirmed this is the only bracket ever supplied on that tow bar and it is shown in the linked photo. It is designed to allow the tow bar to lean either towards the driver- or passenger-side when stored.
You can certainly add a tie-down strap or bungee cord to help secure the tow bar... view full answer...
We do carry a service/rebuild kit for the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 that you have that the arms of are not wanting to function properly. You would want a Roadmaster Service Kit for Falcon 2 Towbar # RM910003-65.
I spoke to my contact at Roadmaster about a different customer who was having the same issue as yours and he recommended the rebuild kit. view full answer...
Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-676 has a self aligning design which means that once you hook up the to bar to your vehicle and your RV and drive forward the arms will extend and lock into place automatically. If it is not automatically locking into place then you most likely just need to lube it. You have to use a silicone spray to lube your tow bar as other lubes like WD-40 will cause the internal bearings to swell or will collect dirt/debris that... view full answer...
I reached out to Roadmaster and they said the lock not working on your Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-576, most likely is due to some dirt and debris in the locking cam. They recommended you disassemble and clean out the tow bar. There is a cam that comes down to fit into a space on the inner bar. My contact said it isn't uncommon for this to happen and normally it is just further cleaning that is needed to fix it. view full answer...
If you are having difficulty releasing the arms on your Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-576, it's very possible that there is some dirt and debris on the arms that is interfering with its function. Make sure the tow bar is clean by using a water-soluble cleaner to break down any road film and dirt. After the bar is completely clean, you will want to spray a dry silicone lubricant like # RM-747 into all moving parts. Flex all the components on the tow bar to make sure the lubricant... view full answer...
For your Blackhawk 2 Tow Bar # RM-422, when you say it will not lock in, are you referring to the latches? If so you replace those latches with the Replacement Latch Kit # 910003-45. We also offer Repair Kit # RM910003-85 for this tow bar which comes with shoulder bolts, bushings, washers and end plugs. view full answer...
The Sterling tow bar arms should move a little but 1-1/2 inches seems excessive. This would indicate some possible excessive wear or damaged parts that will need to be addressed. We have some repair parts for both the Sterling and Sterling All-Terrain tow bars. The complete repair kit is # RM-910003-30.
Just the springs and caps is # RM910652.
The inner arm bushing kit for the Sterling tow bar is # RM-910003-40.
For replacement inner arms for either tow bar we have # RM910660.
Once... view full answer...
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