Do I Need a Base Plate Kit on My 2002 Ford Escape for it To Be Towed Behind a Tow Vehicle
Question:
Do I Need a Base Plate Kit on My 2002 Ford Escape for it To Be Towed Behind a Tow Vehicle
asked by: Don H
Expert Reply:
Yes, if you wanted to tow a 2002 Ford Escape with a Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar, 5,000 lbs, part # 63180, you would need a base plate like the Roadmaster Base Plates for the 2002 Escape by Ford, part # 481-3.
In order you to attach the # 63180 to the # 481-3 you would need to purchase a Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Tow Bar Adapter, part # RM-025. You may also be interested in a Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, part # RM-201, to make removal and installation a little easier. Keep in mind that this tow bar is rated for towing speeds of 45 miles per hour or less.
A better tow bar option would be the RoadMaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, which is designed for towing long distances and more frequently. With this tow bar you will need a set of Quick Disconnects, # RM-201, to easily connect and disconnect the tow bar from the base plates.
You will also need a RoadMaster 68 inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs, part # RM-643.
And for tail lights you could use a Magnetic Towing Light Kit, 20 ft. Long Cord, part # RM-2120.
If you would like supplemental braking that would lighten the braking load of your tow vehicle I would recommend the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking System, part # RM-9400.
Finally be sure to check the towability and pre-towing conditions for your vehicle in the vehicle owners manual or with the vehicle dealer.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
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Roadmaster Base Plate Adapter for Tow Ready Tow Bar - Replacement Crossbar for Tracker Tow Bar
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- Tow Bar
- Adapters
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Replacement Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit
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- Tow Bar
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- Car Side and Tow Bar Side
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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