What Is the Best Small Hatchback to Flat-Tow Behind an RV
Question:
I looking at buying a new small hatchback like a mazda 3 or a civic to flat tow behind my class C RV. Do you have a list of small cars THAT YOU SELL tow bar brackets that bolt up to the frames, supplemental brake systems, and brake lite wiring kits etc for?
asked by: James D
Expert Reply:
I don't have a list of every small vehicle that can be flat-towed but there are several online. That said, a common one we get here in the shop that I like is the Chevrolet Spark. This vehicle can be flat-towed easily but it must have the manual transmission which will be the case for a lot of these smaller cars. I have attached a complete list of parts below for a 2022 model but if you decide on another vehicle just let me know what that is and I'll see if we can't come up with a different list. Please note, if you want to know whether or not a vehicle can be flat-towed, you can simply look in the manual under "dinghy" or "recreational" towing.
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-523202-5
Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar part # RM-522
Roadmaster Safety Cables part # RM-643
Roadmaster Smart Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Wiring Kit part # RM38FR
Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System part # HM39524
Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect part # RM-766
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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
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- Portable System
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
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Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System - Gas
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- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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