Recommended Flat Towing System For 2017 Chevy Spark With Manual Transmission
Question:
I spoke with Blue ox people and they said the bx4330 would not fit my spark with bx1725 baseplate because of the 15inch span. You had previously said it would. I want a tow bar that fits the 2017 that does not stay with tow vehicle camper pickup but stays with car or simply is left off both connections when camping
asked by: Rick B
Expert Reply:
According to the 2017 Chevy Spark owners manual, only the manual transmission vehicles can be flat towed. Automatic transmission vehicles can only be transported with all four wheels off the ground on a trailer.
If you have the manual transmission, then I recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-523185-4 if you don't have active air shutters. This installation should use the Loctite Threadlocker # LT37420.
For a tow bar that either stays with the vehicle or is removed completely, I recommend the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar - Car Mount - 2" Ball - 6,000 lbs # RM-501. You will also want safety cables # RM-643 to go with this.
For your vehicle brake lights, I recommend the Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector # TL21RK. If you need an adapter from a 7-way, you can use # PK12716.
For a braking system, I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR. This will easily install on the floor board of your vehicle and connect to your brake pedal. It is an easy installation that is also easy to remove and is transferable from vehicle to vehicle. For this system you will need the 12V outlet kit # RM-9332.
The last thing you will need is an adjustable ball mount for your connection from your motorhome to your tow bar to allow level towing. I've linked the page to your ball mount options depending on the drop you may need. I've attached an article to help.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Loctite Threadlocker 262 - High Strength - Up to 3/4" Nuts/Bolts - 0.20-Fl-Oz Tube
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Sealant
- Nut and Bolt Sealant
- 0.2 oz
- Loctite
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Pollak 7 Pole to 4 Way Connector Adapter
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 7 Round - Blade
- Plug Only
- 4 Flat
- Pollak
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Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - Car Mount - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Coupler Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Stores on Car
- 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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Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Optronics
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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