Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1999 Chrysler Town and Country Van
Question:
I have a 2 inch receiver on my motor home .I want to pull a 1999 Chrysler town and country when I travel . what do I need to by that would work for this car .and would it hurt my transmission to pull it
asked by: Larry F
Expert Reply:
Flat towing a vehicle behind a motor home requires five basic components that are outlined in the linked article: tow bar, wiring/lighting kit, safety cables, base plates on the towed car and a supplementary braking system.
Some vehicles are flat-towable without much preparation but others will require you to go through specific steps (detailed in the car owner's manual) to make them ready for flat towing. Some cars may need a transmission lube pump or driveline disconnect. I checked for an online version of your owner's manual but the Chrysler website only offers them from 2004 onward so you'll want to check your owner's manual under the heading "recreational towing" for any preparation requirements for your car. Some versions will likely need more prep than others and it is possible that the auto maker does not recommend some versions of the car for flat towing. Your owner's manual is your best place to check but you can also contact a local dealership with the car's VIN number.
The tow bar you referenced, the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380, is a great choice since it will mount on your motor home and because it includes the required safety cables. For compatible base plates I suggest the Blue Ox kit # BX1935. The easiest set-up for lighting is a magnetic kit like # RM-2120 from Roadmaster.
For supplementary braking system the unit of choice is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR which is shown in the linked video. This proportional-type system is easy to set up and is fully portable.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- 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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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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