What is the Best Way to Tow My 2007 Honda Civic?
Question:
Looking to flat tow my 2007 Honda Civic. The only thing I have right now is the braking system that I got with the RV. I need the tow bar and back plate and whatever accessories needed in between. I originally wanted to get the Blue Ox system but you don't carry a back plate for my 2007 Honda Civic that is a sure fit anymore.
asked by: Russell T
Expert Reply:
I have a towing solution for you. From my research on your 2007 Honda Civic, I confirmed with the Honda owner's manual that you should not flat-tow your vehicle. The manual states that a 20007 Civic needs to be towed with the front wheels elevated or with all wheels completely off the ground on a flat-bed truck. With that being said, it is always a good idea to abide by the manufacturers recommendations.
With this information, it is safest to transport your vehicle using a tow dolly. For this route, I recommend the Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly w/ Disc Brakes - Tilt Bed Frame - 4,800 lbs # DM9713093. The advantage of the Kar Kaddy X is that it comes with hydraulic brakes, so you do not need to worry about the headache of installing a 7-way wiring harness and brake controller. In order to flat-tow with the dolly, you need a 2-inch ball like the # 40038 (1-inch shank) or # A-90 (1-1/4 inch shank). Since the Kar Kaddy X's coupler sits at 18 inches high, you most likely need a rise/drop hitch to make the connection level. I went ahead and attached a product page that shows all of our rise/drop hitches for 2-inch hitches.
Products Referenced in This Question
2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- CURT
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly w/ Disc Brakes - Tilt Bed Frame - 4,800 lbs - Wide Tread
- Trailers
- Tow Dolly
- Wheel Decks
- 4800 lbs
- TIlt Bed Frame
- Cars/Trucks/SUVs
- 8-1/2W x 12-1/4L Foot
- Galvanized Steel
- Demco
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