Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2015 Kia Soul with Manual Transmission Behind Motorhome
Question:
I want to flat tow a 2015 Kia Soul, manual transmission, behind my gas powered motor home. Please give me your opinion on using the following part #s to do this: RM-520 RM-522114-4 BLU37TR EZT20B If you recommend something in addition to the above or different, please explain why.
asked by: Frank F
Expert Reply:
Looks to me like you have made some excellent product choices as far as flat towing your 2015 Kia Soul.
The Roadmaster Base Plates # RM-522114-4 which you referenced are a confirmed fit for your 2015 Kia Soul. These are the most popular base plates with our customers.
Similarly the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520, is a confirmed fit with your Soul. This tow bar is also popular with our customers and has a weight capacity of 6,000 lbs.
The Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, proportional system, which you referenced, is also a good choice and is one of the easiest systems to set up and use.
It looks like you are looking for a lighting solution that does not require tapping into the existing wiring. The only suggestion I have would be to go with a magnetic lighting solution, the Roadmaster # RM-2120, as long as you do not plan to tow very often these would be an easier set up.
You will also need a pair of safety cables. I recommend coiled safety cables like # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
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- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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