Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1998 Ford Mustang GT Rousch

Question:

I already have a blu ox tow bar, I need a base plate for the above mustang to work with my blu ox?

asked by: Jimmy Q

Expert Reply:

The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 466-1 that you referenced will work on your 1998 Ford Mustang Rousch GT. Since you have a Blue Ox tow bar you are going to need to get a Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032. This will allow Roadmaster base plates to be used with the following Blue Ox tow bars: Aventa, Aventa II, Kar Bar, Aladdin, Alexxa, Acclaim (and all Blue Ox A-Frame tow bars with 1 or 3 pronged attachment).

There are several other components needed to flat tow a vehicle. You will need a set of safety cables like the Blue Ox cables part # BX88196. Next thing you will need is a lighting solution. Check out the FAQ article I attached that describes how to pick out the best solution for your situation.

And finally, most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being towed. The easiest to install and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. This unit activates the brakes on the vehicle being towed in proportion to how much the RV is braking. This is the safest type of braking action, and it reduces wear and tear on the RV and towed vehicle brakes.

You will also want to check the vehicle owners manual for additional information on flat towing the vehicle. Some vehicles require an axle disconnect, drive line disconnect, transmission lube pump, or free wheeling hubs in order to be flat towed.