Hitch Adapter Recommendation For Flat Towing
Question:
Blue Ox Aladdin tow bar The height of my tow bar when installed in the receiver is 24 inch at the motor home. The height at the car end when installed is 15 inch Do they make any adapter that will bring the tow bar more into a level condition I have been told the difference needs to be no more than 4 inch. Thank you.
asked by: Clayton
Expert Reply:
We do carry adapter bars for the very reason you are experiencing. Many tow systems require an adapter to make the tow bar more level. Normally the safe zone for towing a vehicle is either 3 inches above or 3 inches below. You want to make sure your towed vehicle is absolutely level for safe towing.
I recommend the Roadmaster High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars, part # RM-048-8. It has a weight capacity of 10,000 lbs, fits 2 inch by 2 inch receivers, and has a rise/drop of 8 inches. It measures 9-7/8 inches from pin hole to pin hole on the adapter. I have attached a photo that shows this dimension.
For a an adapter with a 10 inch rise/drop, I recommend part # RM-048-10.
In case you do not have the other items needed for flat-towing you will need base plates, safety chains, wiring for your towed vehicle, and a supplemental brake system.
I have attached a few helpful articles about flat-towing for you.
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Roadmaster High-Low Adapter - 2" Hitches - 10-1/4" Rise/Drop - 10K GTW, 400 lbs TW
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- Tow Bar
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- High-Low Adapter
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10 Inch Rise/Drop
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Roadmaster High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 8" Rise/Drop - 10K GTW, 400 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Adapters
- High-Low Adapter
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 8 Inch Rise/Drop
- Roadmaster
more information >
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