The base plate kit part # 278-1 is a confirmed fit for your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and would work well in a flat towing setup to move your vehicle across the country.
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 Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.
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I put together a simple list to help make world of bike racks less overwhelming, but let me know if you need more information or options.
First, get the Draw-Tite Class I Hitch # 24759 installed on your car.
Second, get the Inno Tire Hold 2 Bike Platform Rack # INH120.
That's it!
The Inno Tire Hold 2 Bike Platform Rack # INH120 has an anti-rattle knob (no tools!) that you turn once you put it in the hitch. It also has integrated locks on the wheel mount and the anti-rattle knob so you... view full answer...
Carrying two bikes with a 2005 PT Cruiser convertible can be accomplished with a trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite Class I Trailer Hitch, item # 24759, and a 2 Bike rack like the Swagman XC2 Wheel Mount Bike Rack, item # S64650.
Remember to stay within the vehicle, hitch and bike rack tongue weight capacity when carrying bikes on your vehicle.
A trunk or hatch mounted bike rack is not available for the PT Cruiser Convertible. This type of bike rack would not have attachment points on... view full answer...
With Class I hitches like the Curt part # C45014 that you have for your 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser you have to use the recommended ball mount from the hitch manufacturer. Which in your case is the Curt # C45520 which has a 3-1/8 inch rise.
For hitch balls you'd then want the part # C40018 for a 2 inch ball and # C40001 for a 1-7/8 inch ball. view full answer...
Your 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser with an automatic transmission can be flat towed if you install a lube pump kit in the transmission. We do not sell these kits but we do have everything else you'd need. The other option is a tow dolly like the part # RM-2050-1 which bypasses the need for the lube pump kit, requires less install time, and is much easier transferred to future vehicles.
But if you want to go with a tow bar setup you'd need to first start with a base plate kit. For that you'd... view full answer...
I am glad to help you find the most effective way to transport your mobility scooter with your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24759 is one of our most durable hitch receivers. Although this hitch has a 200 pound tongue weight rating and a 2000 pound towing capacity, check your vehicle's owners manual to ensure you will not exceed your vehicle's capacity. The towing capacity may also be found on the face inside the driver’s door.
If your scooter... view full answer...
You asked a great question about picking out the correct rise/drop ball mount for towing the Malone EcoLight Trailer part # MAL53FR. Basically you want to go with the ball mount that has the correct rise/drop to allow the trailer to sit as level as possible. So when the Curt hitch part # C11132 is installed on your 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser it's going to have a distance of 11-1/4 inches from the top of the hitch opening down to the ground and the Malone trailer has a distance of 15 inches... view full answer...
The towing capacity of a vehicle is more than just horsepower and torque unfortunately. It's also based on the transmission, cooling system, brakes, and chassis strength. This is why for your 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser there are only Class I hitches available like the Curt # C11132. Unless the trailer and car are less than 2,000 lbs this wouldn't work. view full answer...
According to the owner's manual I looked up online, your 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has a maximum towing capacity of 1,000 lbs and tongue weight capacity of 110 lbs. You'l want to verify that in your copy of the manual, but so long as you meet those capacities you are able to tow.
There are two options for a trailer hitch receiver for your vehicle, the Draw-Tite # 24759 and Curt # C11132, and I highly recommend the Curt because it does not require drilling to install while the Draw-Tite... view full answer...
We offer an adapter that allows a Duncan TowMatic II to connect to Roadmaster base plates. For that you would need the part # RM-038 so that you can connect to the Roadmaster # 278-1 which is confirmed as a fit for your 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. view full answer...
Radial tires are preferred for highway use actually. A radial tire flexes more than a bias tire, giving it better ground contact, traction, stability, and tread wear.
A radial tire will normally run cooler than a bias ply tire, especially when the tire is under a load. A tire that runs cooler will last longer.
That being said in the tire size of 5.30-12, I recommend the Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 12" White Spoke Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C # TA78RR. The good news... view full answer...
For your 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, I recommend starting with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11132 for your custom fit. Then I recommend the Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitch - 2-1/8" Rise, 2-3/4" Drop - 6-5/8" Long - 2K # 3593 along with the 2 inch hitch ball # 19258.
For your wiring, I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C55532.
With your towing capacity it is rare that you'd need to have a... view full answer...
I checked with Thule and for your Thule Bike Rack part # TH911XT the correct anti-sway cradle is the part # 852-2903-001.
For straps you would then want the part # 852-3006-001. view full answer...
If you don't already have a supplemental braking system for when you are flat towing your 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser then yes, you will need to install a braking system. Not only does almost every state require this, but it also gives you a better and much more safe towing experience.
For your application I recommend going with the portable Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR because it is easy to setup and use plus if you end up flat towing a different vehicle in the future you can easily use the... view full answer...
For your 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, the Duncan Towmatic II can be used if you use the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 278-1 along with the RoadMaster Base Plates to Duncan Towmatic II, Karbar and EazAligner Tow Bars Adapter # RM-038. I recommend using Loctite Threadlocker # LT37420 for your baseplate installation. I also recommend the RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs # RM-643 for your safety cables.
For your vehicle wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster... view full answer...
For your Class I Hitch Receiver # C11132, I do have a multi-ball option for you. To go with the ball mount # 3593, I recommend the Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set - 1-7/8", 2" Balls - 3/4" XL Shank - Nickel # 800B. This allows you to simply replace the ball with the larger or smaller diameter ball and everything else remains in place. You won't need the largest size hitch ball as your vehicle can't tow anything that would require the 2-5/16 inch ball and there isn't one available... view full answer...
Saris does list the Solo 1 part # SA102 as a fit for your 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, but I would not recommend that rack. Instead the Saris Guardaian part # SAR93FR is a similar priced rack that would fit better. .
If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video... view full answer...
The part # RM-038 is the correct adapter you would need to connect your Towmatic II tow bar to the Roadmaster part # 278-1. You would need the entire adapter to safely make the connection so I would not recommend trying to just use a single part of the adapter. Plus the portion you referenced is not available. view full answer...
I checked your order notes and you ordered a Sportrack roof rack part # SR1005 for your 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The Thule carrier part # TH859XT has a 150 lb capacity and weighs 29 lbs. From the research I did it looks like the vehicle has a 165 lb weight capacity but you should still confirm this by checking the owners manual or with Chrysler.
For a Sportrack Cargo box that would fit your rack well the part # SR7018 would be a great option confirmed as a fit. It weighs 38 pounds. I... view full answer...
While you can use a trailer hitch adapter to make the 20x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier # e98874 fit the Class I, 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch on your 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser, I do not recommend this set-up. A trailer hitch adapter that will allow you to carry a 2 inch hitch accessory with your 1-1/4 inch receiver will decrease the capacity of the hitch by 50 percent. The adapter will reduce the hitch's tongue weight capacity from 200 pounds to 100 pounds. The etrailer cargo carrier weighs 48 pounds... view full answer...
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