Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2018 Fiat 500 Pop Behind a Motorhome
Question:
What all do I need to tow my 2018 Fiat 500 Pop behind my motorhome? Its a regular 500 not an L or X.
asked by: Linda
Expert Reply:
There are 5 major components needed to flat tow your 2018 Fiat 500 Pop. First, you will need base plates which will provide the proper and safe attachment point for a tow bar. For your 500 you can use # 522013-1A. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
Next you will need a tow bar that is compatible with the base plates. I almost exclusively recommend non-binding tow bars such as the Falcon All Terrain # RM-522. Non-binding means you won't have to have the 500 and the motorhome completely straight and/or on level ground to disconnect or hook up. This will save you time, energy, and frustration.
Next you will need safety cables, # RM-645. These are straight cables so they will easily fit in the safety channel guides in the Falcon All Terrain tow bar.
For lighting a diode kit, # RM-15267, is a popular option. Once installed you will not have to mess with it again!
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.
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
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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
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- Stores on RV
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Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables - 8,000 lbs
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- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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