Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2009 Smart Fortwo
Question:
I have a 2009 Smart Fortwo I want to flat tow behind my RV. I can use either pintle or ball hitch, it doesnt matter to me. It is an extremely light car, of course. I am looking for a suggestion on a base plate and tow bar. Doesnt need to be fancy. I am looking at this base plate: Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms but I am open to suggestions. And I need a tow bar as well. Please let me know what you suggest.
asked by: Robert G
Expert Reply:
I would be happy to make some suggestions for you! To flat tow your 2009 Smart Fortwo you will need the following parts:
Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar item # e44ZR
Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit item # 52285-1
Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267
Battery Disconnect Switch - Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect item # RM-766
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System item # BLU37TR
High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If you measure the height of the inside top of the hitch receiver tube on your RV, and the height difference is more than 3 inches above/below the base plate tab height, you'll need a high/low adapter. I have linked a FAQ article that explains all this in more detail along with our selection of adapters.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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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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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System - Gas
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Auto Battery Disconnect
- Roadmaster
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
more information >
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Robert
3/24/2024
Thank you very much! Will be making my purchase tomorrow.