Base Plate Recommendation for a 2011 Ford Escape Using a Falcon 5250 Tow Bar
Question:
falcon 2550 base plates for 2011 ford escape
asked by: Lee R
Expert Reply:
For your 2011 Ford Escape, I would recommend using the Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 4414-1. These base plates are compatible with the Falcon tow bars without requiring the use of an adapter. If you are using your Falcon tow bar from an older application, you may also need the Quick Disconnect Base Assembly, # 910021-00. This base comes with the tow bars, but they are often left or sold with the previous vehicles.
After doing some research on your vehicle, I found that Ford does place speed restrictions when flat towing and your vehicle requires lube pump that is currently available from Ford. I recommend checking your vehicles owners manual for specific restrictions or limitations for flat towing your vehicle.
Along with the base plate kit and tow bar, a few other things that you may need are a safety cable set, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system. For safety cables, I recommend the Roadmaster Coiled Cables, # RM-643. The coiled design will help keep the cables from dragging on the road when towing.
For tow bar wiring, you have many options. If you will not be towing very often, then I recommend an easy to use magnetic light kit like part # RM-2120. If you will be towing frequently, then I recommend a more permanent installation like the diode kit, # RM-15267.
Finally, you will want to look into a supplemental braking system. Most states now require braking systems to be used when flat towing for safety reasons. For your vehicle, I would recommend the Roadmaster Even Brake, # RM-9400. This is a proportional braking system that is easy to set up and use and does not require any wiring to the towed vehicle.
I have attached a few links to our FAQ articles on flat towing, wiring and braking systems for you to check out. These articles should give you all of the information that you would need if you are new to flat towing.
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Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Tow Bars
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- Tow Bar
- Quick Disconnects
- Car Side and Tow Bar Side
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode 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 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
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- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
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- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
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