Comparing Roadmaster Base Plate Kits for a 2022 Chevy Spark
Question:
I need to flat tow my 2022 Chevy Spark but I'm not sure which Roadmaster base kit to get. Which one is better?
asked by: Greg S
Expert Reply:
The 2 base plate kit designs from Roadmaster are Direct-Connect and Crossbar-Style. The The Direct-Connect uses a more simple connection and it looks less clunky than the Crossbar-Style, plus the Crossbar-Style requires the use of a crossbar on the tow bar which just means another piece that you have to deal with when you're getting everything set up. Because of this I recommend going with the Direct-Connect Style # RM-523202-5 on your 2022 Chevy Spark. Attached is an installation video and a photo to give you an idea of what this looks like and how it will install.
For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you don't already have all of these parts then I recommend the following for a complete flat tow setup:
Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - # RM-523202-5
Nighthawk All Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - # RM-676
Towing Combo Kit - # RM-9284-2
Brake Kit - Hydraulic MH Brakes # SM99251 or Air MH Brakes # SM99243
I've attached some review videos for you to check out on these parts as well as a link to our high-low adapter help article in case you need to use one of these for your towing setup.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Accessory Kit for Nighthawk and Sterling Tow Bars - Tail Light Wiring - Lock Set
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Accessories Kit
- Sterling All Terrain
- Nighthawk All Terrain
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - 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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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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