Recommended Parts to Flat Tow a 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
Question:
We have an American Dream RV and would like to pull our 2001 New Beetle. What do we need for that.
asked by: Lela S
Expert Reply:
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 for your 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. Here are the parts I recommend for your vehicle because they are more cost-effective and easier to install:
Base Plate Kit - # 521225-1
Tow Bar - # e44ZR (includes safety cables)
Wiring - # TL21RK
Brake System - # HM39494
High-Low Adapter - See attached article (bar mount height should be 15" and some extensions # DM9523064 are needed for this)
The base plate is going to be the hardest thing to install for this setup. Aside from that everything else is only temporarily installed so you'll remove it when you aren't towing. This means the installation process is easier, more cost-effective, and can easily be transferred to another flat tow vehicle if the need ever arises.
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Demco Safety Cable Extensions - 12" Long - Qty 2
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- Tow Bar
- Trailer Safety Chains
- Safety Cable Parts
- 14000 lbs GTW
- Loop Extensions
- 12 Inch Long
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etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates - RV Mount - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- etrailer
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Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
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Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Optronics
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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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