Could Mechanic Install Blue Ox Base Plate Kit of 2011 Honda Fit
Question:
Is the blue ox baseplate fairly easy for someone to install? My nephew is a mechanic and I think he can do it. Also, after it’s installed, will you install lighting wiring and the break away harness? It’s for a 2011 Honda Fit. Thanks!
asked by: Cathy
Helpful Expert Reply:
If your nephew is a mechanic he'd have no problem installing the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX2253 on your 2011 Honda Fit. It's not an overly difficult install at all. He could do the lighting and braking too most likely as well but if not we can too if you are near us.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. 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.
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.
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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