How Much Does The Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit 52728-1 For a 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Weigh?

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the shipping weight would be good enough. I can subtract the removable arms weight. My goal is to determine how much weight is added to the car when not towing. I wish to track this car.

asked by: Dave M

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The Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 52728-1 you were looking at for your 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights in at 45lbs with the removeable arms, and while Roadmaster did not have an exact weight of the arms they did mention they are roughly 5lbs each.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Answer 1

The Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit #52728-1 does require you to use a crossbar with your Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar #RM-522. You will need the Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly #910021-00 if you do not currently…

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Answer 2

I attached a diagram for the 3 wire install of the Roadmaster kit part #154-792-118158 which can be used as a guide for installing the part #TR118821 as well.

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I have a solution for you. Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #52728-1. Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs #RM-522. These two units are not compatible with each other and you…

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I attached a picture that shows where to attach the safety cables when installing the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate kit part #52728-1. Here's the text too though. Attach the ends of the 8” safety cables to the front holes in the cable mounting tabs…

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Answer 5

The Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar #DM9511012-BX is designed to work with Blue Ox baseplates, but can also be used with Demco Classic and Tabless base plates. I recommend verifying exactly what you have before purchasing a new tow bar. If you…

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Answer 6

When flat towing a vehicle you cannot reverse the setup at all. You'd have to disconnect the towed vehicle and reverse it by itself before reversing the motorhome. If you attempted to do this you'd most likely damage the tow bar and vehicle.…

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Answer 7

For most tow bars the "safe zone" between the RV and the toad is 3 inches off level. The height is measured from the ground to the center of the receiver opening and to the center of the base plate. If you find that your set up is outside…

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Answer 8

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

Whether or not you can flat tow with a Jeep bumper is really up to the manufacturers testing; some of the big names like MetalCloak or Poison Spyder have bumpers with D-ring attachments that can be used for flat towing connections. This is great…

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Answer 11

Hey Michael, The Falcon 5250 has direct-connect attachment points that hook onto a crossbar, if you remove the crossbar adapter then you'll be able to go with a direct-connect baseplate like the #RM77ZR (models with tow hooks) or #RM76RR (models…

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Answer 12

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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