Will Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for 2014 Fiat 500L Trekking Manual Also Fit Automatic Transmission?
Question:
Base plate for 2014 Fiat 500L Trekking Will item BX2803 fit the above referenced car with an automatic transmission?
asked by: Jerry W
Expert Reply:
The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX2803 is a fit only for the manual transmission not because it wouldn't fit the automatic, but rather because the automatic transmission is not able to be flat towed. The transmission requires it be towed on a tow dolly. I recommend the Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs # RM-2050-1 which will also require the connector # PK12706 to complete your wiring. You will also need a brake controller and a 7-way on your motorhome for this application.
If you prefer the hydraulic brake coupler and 4-way trailer connection so no further wiring is needed, then I recommend the Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly with Disc Brakes - Tilt Bed Frame - 4,800 lbs # DM9713093. I've attached some videos to assist.
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly w/ Disc Brakes - Tilt Bed Frame - 4,800 lbs - Wide Tread
- Trailers
- Tow Dolly
- Wheel Decks
- 4800 lbs
- TIlt Bed Frame
- Cars/Trucks/SUVs
- 8-1/2W x 12-1/4L Foot
- Galvanized Steel
- Demco
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Pollak Black Plastic, 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector - Trailer End
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- Plug Only
- 7 Round - Blade
- Pollak
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Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs
- Trailers
- Tow Dolly
- Wheel Decks
- 4250 lbs
- Cars/Trucks/SUVs
- 8-1/2W x 12L Foot
- Powder Coated Steel
- 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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