Recommend Base Plate and Tow Bar For 2010 Smart For Two
Question:
base plates and tow bar to pull my 2010 smart car fot two need info and prices please for blue ox and road master thanks
asked by: Robert M
Expert Reply:
For your 2010 Smart For Two, we have the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 52285-1, and the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, part # BX1987. Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox base plate kits feature removable drawbars, so that the base plate kit is less visible when you are not towing the vehicle. Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox base plate kit would be a good option for your 2010 Smart Car.
In addition to a base plate kit, you will need a tow bar, safety cables, wiring or lighting, and a supplemental braking system to complete your towing flat-towing setup.
For a Roadmaster tow bar, I would recommend the Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, part # RM-522, which is non-binding tow bar. A non-binding tow bar makes for easier hook up and disconnecting of your vehicle. For a Blue Ox tow bar, I would recommend the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar, part # BX7380. I would recommend using the same brand base plate kit tow bar to make sure that there are no issues with compatibility. Also, the same brand base plate kit will work best with same brand tow bar.
If you wont be flat-towing your vehicle often, a more simple tow bar may be a better option for you, like the Blue Ox Adventurer Tow Bar, part # BX7322. The Blue Ox Adventurer is adjustable, but does not have the non-binding feature.
For safety cables, you will need the Roadmaster 64 Inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables, part # RM-643. Safety cables will keep your Smart Car attached to your motor home if your tow bar were to disconnect from the hitch ball.
For lighting solution, you could use the Magnetic Towing Light Kit, part # RM-2120. If you are going to be towing your Smart Car often, I would recommend the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, part # RM-154 as it would just plug into your vehicle each time you tow.
Most states require that you use a supplemental brake system when flat-towing a vehicle. I would recommend Roadmaster Portable Braking System, part # RM-9400, which will help reduce wear your motor home brakes and help you slow down.
Before towing your Smart Car, you will want to contact your dealership for specific steps needed to take when flat-towing. Some vehicles must be equipped with a transmission lube pump, axle disconnect or free-wheeling hubs before being towed.
I have linked and FAQ on flat-towing and instructions and a video review of the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Adventurer Adjustable Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - 5,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Coupler Style
- Fixed
- Steel
- 5000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores Separately
- Standard
- Blue Ox
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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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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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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 All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - 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
- Non-Binding
- 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 Even Brake 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
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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