Compatibility of Tow Bar with Coupler on 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser and Complete System Recommendation
Question:
I have a 01 PT Cruiser with a Blue Ox base plate. Is there an adapter for a Stow Master 5000 tow bar?
asked by: Ron
Expert Reply:
There is not an adapter for your Blue Ox baseplates # BX1956 on your 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser to work with a Stowmaster Tow Bar # RM-501. You can however use the Blue Ox Acclaim Tow Bar - A-Frame - Car Mount - 5,000 lbs # BX4330 which is very similar.
To use the Stowmaster Tow Bar, you would need to use the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 278-1 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. I also recommend the Safety Cables # RM-643 for this combination.
For your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will use your factory wiring in your vehicle while protecting it. It will give you added options based on the 6 pin connection to allow a maintenance charge on your PT Cruiser's battery.
For the braking system, I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This system will be adjusted at installation and then becomes a plug and play system that stays out of the way. It is very reliable and our installation team's favorite.
You will want to make sure your ball mount is able to tow level. I've attached an article to assist and have linked the page to your options.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Acclaim Non-Binding Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - Car Mount - 5,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Coupler Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 5000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores on Car
- Non-Binding
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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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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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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