Base Plates and Accessories to Flat Tow a 1991 Ford Festiva Behind an RV Using Existing Tow Bar  

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Right here! We have 2 base plate options for the 1991 Ford Festiva. First we have Roadmaster Classic base plate kit # 404-1. And second we have Blue Ox kit # BX2106. If you can tell me the manufacturer and model of the tow bar you have I can determine if any adapter is needed.

In addition to the tow bar and base plates you will also need safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to complete the flat towing set up. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting the easiest solution is a magnetic kit such as # RM-2120. These are not only inexpensive but they bypass the vehicle wiring as well so installation is a snap.

You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level. I have linked a help article showing how to measure and a link to the high/low adapters we carry.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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