What Do I Need to Change My Tow Vehicle From a 1999 Saturn SC1 to a 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
Question:
I have a 1999 saturn sc1 with roadmaster 162-1 base plate & towmatic 11 hitch.I am going to a 2001 oldsmobile alero with v6 engine. what do i need to make the change?
asked by: joe b
Expert Reply:
If the 162-1 Roadmaster base plate kit you are currently using is an XL kit, which I believe it is, then all you will need to set up your 2001 Oldsmobile Alero is a Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part number 194-3.
If you need wiring for the Alero you can choose either, part number 38955, tail light isolating kit which will wire to the vehicles tail lights, and you will need a converter # 118158 since your Alero has separate turn and brake lights or you can use the, part number RM-155, light kit with bulbs which will use a separate bulb in the tail light housing and will not cause a problem with factory warranty, but will require the room in the taillight for the bulb to be mounted.
I have posted links below to the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part number 194-3 and the wiring options mentioned above.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tail Light Isolating Diode System with Wiring Harness
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- 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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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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