Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder
Question:
Hello, I have a 2003 Toyota MR2 spider with SMT transmission sequential manual transmission. Im wondering if I can flat tow it with the baseplate #1169-1. The manual says to treat is same as manual transmission while flat towing. What is your advise? Thanks
asked by: Ht T
Expert Reply:
Since the owners manual of your 2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder with SMT transmission says it can be flat towed and to treat it like a manual transmission it can be towed using the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 1169-1 that you referenced.
In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. You will also need the crossbar # 910021-00.
For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers for the tow bar we have the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain kit part # RM-9243-1 which comes with all of that as one part number. The diode kit that comes with this allows you to splice into the taillight wiring so that your RV controls the vehicle taillights and does not require drilling into the taillight housings. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.
I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.
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Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Tow Bars
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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- Recurring Set-Up
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
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- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
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Roadmaster Accessory Kit for Falcon Tow Bars - Tail Light Wiring - Safety Cables - Lock Set
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- Tow Bar
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- Falcon All Terrain
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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- Removable Drawbars
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