BX3754 2006 Scion XA Tow Bar & Flat Tow Equipment
Question:
Hi E Trailer, Any issues that I should be a concern with in terms of extra wear on my SCION XA? The Scion is a manual trans and I assume other than putting it in neutral that is all that needs to be done? Anything else that I should be concerned with? Are there any promotional incentives that could be applied, sorry this is an expensive item including installation for me and looking for any discounts : Do you offer discounts for RV service centers? My plan was to have my RV shop install the tow bar and if it make sense for them to buy it.
asked by: Phil
Expert Reply:
Regarding extra wear to your Scion XA from flat towing, I have not heard any feed back about that concern. You may want to consult with your Scion Dealership Service Advisor. Regarding how to prepare your Scion for flat towing, the best advise will be in your owners manual. It is pretty straight forward.
The parts you will need to flat tow your 2006 Scion XA are as follows.
You will need a base plate kit unique to your vehicle. We offer two, and while the Blue Ox is currently lower priced, you lose that savings to purchase adapters to fit other tow bars. I recommend that you purchase the Roadmaster # 1170-1 base plate kit.
Next you will need a tow bar. I would recommend the etrailer # e44ZR Non-Binding tow bar which will fit your Roadmaster base plate kit. A non-binding tow bar will let you easily disconnect your tow bar even if your coach and towed vehicle is not on level ground or at a difficult angle.
When your coach and towed vehicle are hitched together on level ground, the tow bar should be within 3” of level, otherwise you will need to add a High-Low Adapter. I have attached an article explaining how to measure for an adapter, and a link to a page showing all of our adapters.
Next you will need a tow bar wiring kit. I recommend the Roadmaster RM-152-98146-7 Universal wiring kit which includes everything you need to connect your RV's tail, brake, and turn signal lights to your towed car. Includes a 7-way to 6-way straight adapter cord. I would put a little Edelmann # 11755 dielectric grease on those connections. The dielectric grease will keep help keep moisture and corrosion out of your connections
Your Scion weighs in just over 2300 pounds. You will probably want a supplemental braking system installed in it. This will improve braking and handling, and extend the life of your coaches braking system. If your coach has traditional hydraulic brakes then I recommend the Brake Buddy # HM39524 portable system that has proportional braking and has a wireless display for your cab so you can see your braking system status or change profiles from your driver's seat.
If your coach has air brakes, then instead of the Brake Buddy system, you will need the Demco # DM26VR supplemental braking system for air brakes.
I have attached an article below about supplemental braking systems.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors, 2 oz.
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring
- Dielectric Grease
- LubriMatic
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Wireless Monitoring - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates - RV Mount - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- etrailer
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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Brake Buddy
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Wire to 6-Wire Straight Cord
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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