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  • Plug-In Tow Lights For A 2012 Mini Cooper
  • Instead of using the Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Light Set # 337TL257M, which will require a 4 way round connector, I recommend the more common Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights # TL21RK which will utilize a 4-flat trailer connector. If you do not have a 4-flat trailer connector, you can add one with # 119250KIT, which will plug directly into your vehicles factory wiring.
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  • Recommended Roof Rack System for Carrying Kayaks on 2019 Mini Cooper 5 Door with Raised Side Rails
  • I recommend using the 2019 Mini Cooper Roof Rack by Thule that uses parts # TH712200, # TH710601, # TH186039. This will give you a high quality Thule roof rack system for your 2019 Mini Cooper that is capable of carrying 2 kayaks that weigh around 100-lbs. You can add locks to the roof rack by using the Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4 # TH450400. You will need a roof rack mounting kayak carrier as well, and for that I recommend using the Malone Stax Pro2 Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs...
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  • How Can I Combat Against Crosswind And Sway On My 2020 Thor Axis 24.1?
  • In order to combat against wind on your 2020 Thor Axis 24.1 for better steering and stabilization, you'll want to invest into a rear anti-sway bar. Take a look at the: - Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1139-147, This anti-sway bar is actually confirmed to fit your motorhome, will do a great job of minimizing side-to-side movement to improve overall stability of your vehicle, and will diminish the effects of crosswinds, passing motorists, and shifting cargo. Included is a product...
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  • Wiring Options for Flat Towing a 2006 Mini Cooper
  • We actually have a decent amount of wiring kits that you can install on your 2006 Mini Cooper to flat tow it. If you plan on flat towing it frequently then installing a tail light wiring kit like the Roadmaster # RM-155 which uses a 4-Way to the motorhome or the Roadmaster # RM-152-LED-7 which uses a 7-Way to your motorhome is what I recommend using. After the initial installation all you'll have to do is plug in the wiring from the front of your Mini Cooper to the back of your motorhome. If...
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  • Keyed Alike Trailer Hitch Lock for 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch
  • Although there is an option for a trailer hitch receiver lock for a 2-1/2" trailer hitch that you can get keyed alike, the Blue Ox Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # BX88212 is not one that you can get keyed alike. I recommend the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - Extra Long - Flush Design for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches # e98881 which has a keyed alike option. To order them keyed alike, just hit the "Keyed Alike" option in the drop-down box on the product page and enter the quantity you need. I added...
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  • Complete Flat Towing Setup For A 2022 Mini Cooper S With A Manual Transmission
  • We do have it, just added as well! What you're wanting is the: -Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM54MR. This base plate is custom made to fit your 2022 Mini Cooper S with the manual transmission. Additionally if you're looking to complete your flat towing setup, you're also going to need: -A set of tow bars # RM-676, -A braking system # SM99251, & -A wiring kit # RM-154.
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  • Recommended Base Plate For A 2009 Mini Cooper
  • The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 521878-1 is confirmed to fit your 2009 Mini Cooper. The baseplate has a black powder coat finish which is durable and corrosion resistant. It has a simple installation with no welding required. It is compatible with Roadmaster tow bars with the use of The Quick-Disconnect Crossbar # 910021-00 which is sold separately. The Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2 inch Hitch - 6,000 pounds #...
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  • Adapter Needed to Use Falcon 2 Tow Bar with Blue Ox Base Plate Kit on a 2004 Mini Cooper
  • To use your Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1303 on your 2004 Mini Cooper you simply need the Roadmaster Tow Bar to Blue Ox Brackets Adapter # RM-031. A complete flat towing setup includes the base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you are missing any of these pieces please let me know and I can make some recommendations for you. Be sure to follow any specific...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2008 Mini Cooper Convertible
  • Step 1 when considering flat towing any vehicle is confirming in the owner's manual that it can be flat towed and any steps required to make it ready for this procedure. The Mini with manual transmission is the preferred version for towing but the automatic transmission models can be towed so long as they have the Steptronic feature. I suggest checking your owner's manual; the information I found was contained in an online edition on pages 147-148. Flat towing requires a few components...
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  • High-Low Adapter That Is 8 Long And Has A 4 Rise/Drop
  • Yes we do, we have the: -Curt High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars # C59KR This high-low adapter features a 4" rise/drop, fits into a 2" x 2" trailer hitch, is 8" long, and has a maximum weight capacity of 7,500-lbs. If you're looking for a high low adapter that has 8" rise/drop, the only one we offer is the Roadmaster High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars # RM-048-8.
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  • Parts Needed To Flat Tow a 2013 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works Edition
  • Yes, the parts listed below will also fit your 2013 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works. Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit part # 521879-1A Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar part # RM-520 Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Tow Bars part # 910021-00 RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables part # RM-643 Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part # RM-15267 Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System part # HM39524 For the...
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  • Which Adapter Bar is Needed to Connect Brute Tow Bar to Roadmaster Base Plates on 2010 Mini Cooper
  • My technical contact at Roadmaster confirmed that you can use their Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032 to mate the Roadmaster base plates on your 2010 Mini Cooper Convertible to your Ready Brute Towbar. I checked a piece in our warehouse and the included pins are 1/2-inch diameter. Just for reference I have linked you to a general article on flat towing.
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  • Recommended Trunk Mount Bike Rack For A 2023 Mini Cooper Hardtop
  • When hauling your 2 mountain bikes around with your 2023 Mini Cooper Hardtop I recommend the Yakima FullBack 3 Bike Rack # Y02633. Using this trunk mount will let you carry up to 3 bikes on the back your vehicle. The rack has anti-sway cradles that will hold you bike frame at 3 points. This prevent sway and bike to bike contact, and absorb road shock and vibration with its premium TPE padding. The bikes can weigh up to 35 pounds when hauling. You will be limited to 90 pounds though when...
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  • Is Wiring Converter Needed for Flat Towing 2015 Mini Cooper
  • That's a good question but a wiring converter is not needed to install the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 on your 2015 Mini Cooper. Since it has separate lighting and your motorhome has combined lighting you can add Tail Light Converter # 118158 if you want to retain your Mini's separate turn and brake signals but it isn't a requirement. In regards to the airline you will run the vacuum line of the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System #...
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  • Parts Needed To Flat Tow A 2008 Mini Cooper S Hardtop
  • For your 2008 Mini Cooper S Hardtop, Blue Ox does not offer a kit, however, we do offer the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521877-1; This is an excellent base plate kit and is a confirmed fit by our technicians to your vehicle. Please note this product will work with Aerodynamic Package, but not with Sport suspension. Next you will need a set of tow bars, for your base plate I recommend the Roadmaster Sterling # RM-576 which are a direct connect to the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit previously...
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  • Recommended EcoHitch Trailer Hitch for a 2022 Mini Cooper
  • The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # EH87FR you're looking at is not going to work with your 2022 Mini Cooper, however the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver # EH78SR will. This hitch has a max weight capacity of 1,500 lbs, a max tongue weight of 225lbs, and has a completely hidden cross tube design to give your car that "from the factory" look. If you also need wiring, the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236 will work great and will...
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  • Base Plate Recommendation For A 2006 Mini Cooper
  • For your 2005 Mini Cooper. I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 521876-1 so you can utilize the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 you mention. This base plate is very easy to disconnect thanks to its EZ Twistlock series brackets, features a hidden bracket design when not in use retaining the factory asthetics of your 2006 Mini Cooper, and includes all the hardware needed for installation.
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  • Recommended Hitch for 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible
  • The Swagman XC 2-Bike Rack Platform Style for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches # S64650 does require that your car have either a 1-1/4-inch or 2-inch hitch receiver installed. Your 2009 Mini Cooper convertible can be fitted with a 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch # C11130 if it is the S-Series, or part # C11160 if it has the single exhaust and is NOT an S-Series nor a Works series. Either way you'll need to add a strap # 18050 to help support the hitch tube; this is a warranty requirement from Curt. I...
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  • Recommended Tow Bar Compatible with Blue Ox Base Plates for 2005 Mini Cooper
  • To pair with your Blue Ox # BX1303 base plates I recommend using the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # e47ZR. This is a high quality non-binding tow bar at a great price point. The etrailer SD has telescoping and self aligning arms to allow for fast and easy hook up on any surface, so it's also easy to use.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Mini Cooper 4 Door Hardtop with Manual Transmission
  • Yes, the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX1312 is the correct base plate kit you need for your 2019 Mini Cooper 4 door, hardtop, base model with a manual transmission. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Blue Ox Alpha part # BX7420 which is one of the easiest to use and most reliable tow bars available and it comes safety cables. For...
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