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  • Is It Bad Not To Use a Supplemental Braking System
  • The effects of not using a supplemental braking system will be applied to the tow vehicle rather than the toad. The tow vehicle will be responsible for stopping more weight than what it was deigned for, therefore the vehicle (although small) can push the tow vehicle during a stop which increases your braking distance. In addition to the safety risk, a supplemental braking system is required by law in most states so you can also face legal troubles as well by not using one. If the reason...
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  • Availability of Trailer Hitch for 2018 Ford Fiesta Sedan
  • At this time there is not a trailer hitch available that is compatible with your 2018 Ford Fiesta sedan. The only hitches available for the 2018 Fiesta are designed to fit the hatchback model. If you are by chance wanting a trailer hitch to use with a hitch-mounted bike rack, I recommend taking a look at trunk-mounted option instead. We do have a nice selection of carriers that are confirmed to fit your Ford Fiesta sedan. The Saris Bones 3 Bike Carrier # SA801BL is a really nice option...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2015 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan
  • We have 2 trailer hitches that will fit your 2015 Ford Fiesta sedan: # 24910 and # C11369. The other hitches fit the hatchback models. If you plan on using the hitch for a bike rack or cargo carrier I recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 24910. Make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum on a Class I hitch. If you choose the Curt hitch and want to use it for a bike rack or cargo carrier then Curt also says you...
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  • What Base Plate Kit for 2011 Ford Fiesta to Use with Blue Ox Adventurer
  • For a base plate for your 2011 Ford Fiesta that is compatible with a Blue Ox Adventurer tow bar # BX7322 you'd want the base plate kit part # BX2622. The base plate kit you mentioned would not work with a Blue Ox tow bar.
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  • Base Plate Recommendation for a 2011 Ford Fiesta
  • The Falcon 2 tow bars that you have will work. For your 2011 Ford Fiesta you would need a Roadmaster Base Plates for the Ford Fiesta, part # 524425-1, as a base plate kit. The base plates that are on your 99 Saturn are not designed to install on your 2011 Ford Fiesta and would not work for you. You will need to use the quick disconnect bracket from the Saturn base plates. If you did not keep them you would need a RoadMaster Quick Disconnects - Car Side Only, part # RM-222. If you need...
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  • Items and Accessories for Flat Towing 2019 Ford Fiesta
  • Yes we have base plates that will work with your current Blue Ox tow bar, I suggest the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit with Removable Arms, # BX2650, this is a Confirmed to fit for your 2019 Ford Fiesta. If you do not already have a set of safety cables with your current tow bar, I suggest the Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables, # BX88196. We have several wiring solutions available, but the most popular and easiest to use once installed is the Roadmaster # RM-15267and you will need the battery quick disconnect,...
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  • Falcon 2 Roadmaster Tow Bar # RM-520 Recommendation For 2011 Fiesta
  • The tow bar that I recommend you use with the Roadmaster Tow Bars # 524425-1 that you referenced on your 2011 Ford Fiesta would be the RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. This tow bar comes with quick disconnects. You would only need safety cables, # RM-643, a lighting solution and possible a supplemental braking system and you would be ready to go. For lighting I recommend Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights # RM-2120 if you are looking for a temporary solution or a Roadmaster...
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  • How Are Trailer Hitches Weight Rated
  • The way a hitch is weight rated is first the hitch manufacturers design a hitch to fit the vehicle and then from there they design it to be as strong as possible while keeping in mind the towing capacity of the vehicle. Then they test the hitches to failure and set a capacity that is safe for it. But with that said the hitch is rated separately from the vehicle which is why the capacities can be rated differently. You do have to go by the lowest rated component in your setup though which...
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2019 Ford Fiesta for Electric Bikes
  • The only trailer hitch options available for a 2019 Ford Fiesta are class I, 1-1/4". You'll need either the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11067 for hatchbacks or part # 24910 for sedans. These are both great bolt-on options that allow you to use the Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes part # TH903202.
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  • Solutions for Whistling on Elliptical Aero Roof Rack
  • I definitely have a few potential solutions for the whistling you are hearing with your crossbars # RRVA118B-2. I first recommend checking the crossbars on your roof to make sure that rubber strip on top and bottom of the bars is securely seated into position. We find a lot of times when customers note a loud whistling with their aero-style bars it is simply because the rubber channel strip is not installed, allowing wind to flow through the open channel and produce noise. Also make...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2015 Ford Fiesta and Adult and Kid Race Bikes
  • The best solution to carrying race bikes is to use a platform style bike carrier. For that we will need to find you a hitch for your 2015 Ford Fiesta. If your Fiesta is a hatchback then Curt trailer hitch # C11369 is a great option. If you have a sedan then the hitch number is # 24910. These hitches are both Class I hitches with 1-1/4 inch receivers rated for 200 pounds tongue weight. For a platform style rack that will work with this type of hitch I recommend the Kuat Transfer # KU74FR....
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  • Availability of Trailer Hitch for 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan
  • Yes, for your 2019 Ford Fiesta sedan we have the Draw-Tite Class I Sport Frame Receiver Hitch # 24910 that is confirmed to fit and will work perfectly. This custom hitch will use existing holes in the Fiesta's frame rails for a simple bolt-on (no-drill) install. It will provide you with a 1-1/4" receiver opening and a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds. I have attached a customer-submitted image of the hitch installed on their 2018 Fiesta sedan so you can see exactly how it will look....
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  • Recommendation on a Vehicle Wiring Harness for a 2013 Ford Fiesta
  • For your 2013 Ford Fiesta, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, # 118471. The T-One harness is designed to connect to already existing OEM wiring plugs on your Ford Fiesta. You will have to run wire to your battery to help power the Modulite converter. This converter will draw power directly from the battery to avoid overloading the vehicle's wiring when the trailer lights are used. Once connected, the harness will allow you to use the 4-pole connector to run the trailer...
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  • Best Flat Towing Setup for 2019 Ford Fiesta
  • Absolutely! In order to flat tow your 2019 Ford Fiesta you will need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution, a braking system, and likely a high-low adapter. I will list my specific recommendations below and go into a bit more detail on each further down. Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect # RM-524438-5 Tow Bar - Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain # RM-676 (includes safety cables) Lighting Solution - Roadmaster Hy-Power Diode Kit # RM-152 Braking System...
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  • Recommended Parts to Flat Tow 2019 Ford Fiesta SE
  • There are a number of parts I recommend for you to flat tow your 2019 Ford Fiesta: - Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519285 - Tow Bar: Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511013 - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 - Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Supplemental Braking System # RM-9400 - 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332 - Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751450 (Automatic Transmission) - Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch...
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  • What is Weight Capacity of Rola Roof Rack for 2016 Ford Fiesta for 2 Kayak Carrier
  • The Rola roof rack 59769 that you referenced has a weight capacity of 110 lbs. For a 2-kayak carrier that would fit this rack and be easy to load we have the Thule Compass part # TH890000. Be sure to also stay under the weight capacity of your 2016 Ford Fiesta as well.
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  • What Do I Need To Haul Two E-Bikes With My 2019 Ford Fiesta?
  • If you have a 2019 Ford Fiesta hatchback, you can get this Curt hitch # C11067 and if you have a sedan get this one # 24910. These are the highest rated hitch for your vehicle. The only option there is for you since your hitch is only a class I is the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202. The Swagman Current # S64678 needs at least a class II hitch. The EasyFold XT is a great rack for getting your two ebikes loaded and to the trails. The nice thing about the EasyFold is that it comes with a ramp...
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  • Recommended Parts For Flat Towing A 2017 Ford Fiesta With Automatic Transmission
  • Your 2017 Ford Fiesta can definitely be flat towed with the automatic transmission. There are two options still for base plates depending on how your Fiesta is equipped, but I have both options listed below. Non ST Model Without EcoBoost: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-524438-5 Non ST Model With EcoBoost or ST Model: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-524441-5 From here, the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522 is a great choice and the Roadmaster 64"...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 Ford Fiesta SE Behind an RV
  • I will be happy to recommend the parts you will need to flat tow your 2016 Ford Fiesta behind your RV. The first item needed will be base plates. The base plates are what will mount to the Fiesta. They provide a safe attachment point for the tow bar. For these I recommend # RM-524438-4. The tow bar is what connects the RV to the Fiesta. There are a lot of options but not to worry because I will recommend one that will work best with your Fiesta. Non-binding tow bars are the way to go for...
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  • Recommended Trunk Mounted Bike Rack for 2011 Ford Fiesta Hatchback
  • Since you are concerned about leaving a rack in place on the vehicle when it is not being used, I highly recommend the Thule OutWay, part # TH45JV. The rubber coated straps of the OutWay allow the rack to be installed or removed in a matter of seconds. The rack is lockable, to secure it to the vehicle and it also locks the bikes to the rack to help to deter theft. The Yakima HangOut # Y02638 is also a quality rack. The rack uses 6 adjustable straps to attach to the vehicle, rather than...
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