Flat Towing Accessories for 2008 Saturn Outlook
Question:
What base plate and equpt will I need.
asked by: Ernie J
Expert Reply:
In order to flat tow your Outlook, you would need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring and in most states, a supplemental braking system.
I would recommend the Blue Ox # BX3330 base plate kit, which would work very well with the Blue Ox Alpha tow bar, part # BX7380. Safety cables are included..
There are many different methods of wiring the dinghy so that its lights work in tandem with those of the motorhome, ranging from a magnetic mount system like part # RM-2120 to a custom fit system like the Hopkins Harness, part # HM56301. I really like the bulb and socket kit, part # RM-155. The kit installs by drilling a hole in the rear of the tail light assembly and adding an additional bulb. This kit is easy to install and once in place, will remain completely independent of the wiring system of the towed vehicle.
Of the various braking kits offered, I would recommend the Roadmaster InvisiBrake, part # RM-8700. The InvisiBrake is a set it and forget it type installation. A stop light switch, part # RM-751221 is also needed.
My research indicated that the 2008 Outlook is capable of being flat towed without modification, but I would recommend confirming that with GM.
I have linked you to some FAQ articles about flat towing that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- 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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Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
- Custom
- Tail Light Mount
- Hopkins
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Bulb and Socket 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 Stop Light Switch Kit - Acadia/Enclave/Outlook/Traverse
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Sterling All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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