Tow Bar, Base Plates and Flat Towing Accessories for 1996 Geo Metro
Question:
I have a 1996 geo metro and looking a tow bar. I have no idea what of your tow bars fit?
asked by: Terry S
Expert Reply:
To flat tow your 1996 Geo Metro, you'll need a towbar, base plates, safety cables, a method of wiring the vehicle so the taillights of the tow vehicle operate those of the Metro and a supplemental braking system.
The Blue Ox Adventurer you referenced, part # BX7322 would work fine. For a base plate that bolts to the front of the vehicle frame and provides an attachment point for the tow bar, you could use the Blue Ox # BX3507 (as long as your vehicle isn't a GTI model.) For safety cables, I'd recommend # BX88196. To wire your Metro, you have a few alternatives. I'll link you to a help article that lists all the major options and explains the differences between them. Custer makes a wireless option, part # LIW-LDTL that's simple to install and to use. In almost every US state and Canadian province, a supplemental braking system is mandated by law. For ease of installation, use and portability you can't go wrong with the Roadmaster Even Brake, part # RM-9400. There are less expensive braking systems available, but their installation is usually much more involved, taking several hours. If you're not doing the installation yourself, a few hours of shop labor can add up to several hundred dollars.
I'll link you to several of our help articles that will provide more information about flat towing. I'd also encourage you to check with your GM dealer or the owners manual to determine for certain that the vehicle is capable of being flat towed.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables - 7,500 lbs - Qty 2
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 84 Inch Long
- 7500 lbs GTW
- S-Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Blue Ox
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Custer Wireless LED Tow Bar Light - Weatherproof - Magnetic Base - 23" Long - 4-Pin Round
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- Wireless
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Custer
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Adventurer Adjustable Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - 5,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Coupler Style
- Fixed
- Steel
- 5000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores Separately
- Standard
- Blue Ox
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