Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connectors - 20' Long Harness

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• Parts Needed to Tow 2013 Ford C-Max with 2001 Ford F-250
  In order to tow your 2013 Ford C-Max behind your 2001 Ford F-250 you'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables and magnetic tail light kit. To start, I recommend that you use the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar - Car Mount - 2" Ball - 6,000 lbs # RM-501 and the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 524432-1, which will work well together and provide you with the base parts needed to tow your C-Max. You'll also need a set of safety cables like the # RM-643 and some...
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• Is Equipment For Flat Towing Vehicle Behind an RV Vehicle Specific
  The short answer is some of the equipment is, some isn't. Typically, to flat tow a vehicle you'd need the following: Base Plate Kit- certainly vehicle specific. Tow Bar- not vehicle specific Safety Cables- not vehicle specific Wiring Solution- Some vehicle specific plug and play options available, many universal or semi-universal options. Supplemental Braking System- not vehicle specific, although there are some tailored for motorhomes with air brakes. The wiring and braking kits will...
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• Can 2016 Ford Fiesta Be Flat Towed Behind a Motorhome
  According to the information I found in the owner's manual for the 2016 Fiesta, the vehicle can indeed be flat towed. You'll want to look over the procedures outlined on page 152 of the owner's manual, and follow them exactly. The procedures vary according to the transmission that the vehicle is equipped with. I'll link you to some FAQ articles about flat towing, I hope you'll find them helpful.
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• No Splice Flat Tow Wiring Solution Recommended for 2019 Jeep Cherokee
  I do have a wiring solution that won't require you to cut or splice into your Jeep's electrical system, however, there isn't a plug and play harness that will allow you to use your Jeep's taillights. Your best option is to go with a set of magnetic lights, like part # PE26UR. This light kit simply plugs into your existing 4-Pole Flat trailer connector and can be easily mounted to any metal surface on your 2019 Jeep Cherokee Overland. Keep in mind that even if you were to use a hardwire...
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• Availability of Plug-In Tow Bar Wiring for a 2016 Ram 1500
  Unfortunately, TowDaddy hasn't released the 2016 fits yet, but we do have a magnetic tow light options that will bypass the vehicle wiring, like # C6304 or # PE26UR.
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• Magnetic Towing Lights With 4-Way to Replace Damaged Set
  We do carry magnetic towing lights that connect with a 4-way like the ones that were damaged with the lost cap, but no replacement lenses. So, the best option is going to replace yours with a similar set from Optronics or Tow Ready. - Optronics Magnetic Tow Lights # TL21RK - Tow Ready Magnetic Tow Lights # PE26UR I have added links below to video reviews of both options for you to take a look at.
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• Flat Towing 2015 Honda Fit EX-L Automatic Behind a Class A Motor Home
  When it comes to deciding if any given vehicle can safely be flat towed with all wheels down that determination goes to the vehicle's manufacturer. I reviewed the online version of the owner's manual for the 2015 Honda Fit EX-L and in the section titled Emergency Towing there is a statement on page 428 that says "...towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the transmission." No mention is made if this refers to all versions or only to versions with the automatic transmission....
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• Magnetic Tow Light Kit that Uses 7-Way Connection to Tow Vehicle
  For a magnetic tow light kit that would use a 7-way you'd want the Peterson kit part # PE26UR with the 7-way adapter # HM47365 which you'd plug into the 4-way of the light kit which would then plug into the 7-way of your tow vehicle.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Honda Fit Sport Automatic Behind a Motor Home
  The best place to check to see if a vehicle can be flat towed behind a motor home is the owners manual. I found one online for the 2013 Fit from Honda and it states that you can tow the vehicle behind a motor home. There are special instructions for the automatic transmission you will want to look at so be sure to check your owners manual. You will need 5 items to flat tow your fit. First you will need base plates, # BX2253. These provide a safe mounting location for a tow bar. For a compatible...
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• Are Additional Lights Required on Towed Vehicle When Using a Tow Dolly
  Generally, you don't need additional lighting when using a tow dolly that already has lights. However, it's not a bad idea to check with the local laws in the states you'll be traveling in and in Canada. Some people like to add additional lights just to make it easier to see the vehicle that's on the dolly. If you wish to add lights, you'll need to splice in a tow light kit, like # PE26UR, because the trailer connector on the back of your RV will already be in use with the dolly. Unless...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Components For 2007 Honda Fit
  Honda states that the Honda Fit should not be flat towed, however, it is possible and there are many people that flat tow their Honda Fits. According to our flat towing authority, to be able to flat tow your Fit, you will want to follow the emergency towing instructions found in the owners manual. Honda lists specific procedures and restrictions, so it's important to follow those procedures and restrictions. If any damage were to occur due to flat towing, the warranty would be voided by...
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• Solution for Powering Taillights on 2012 Mazda 6 On Tow Dolly
  I would start here by checking to see if your tow dolly has lights. More than likely it does, and you can plug the 4-way on the dolly into the 4-way on your motorhome. This would take care of your light problem. You will not be able to plug the 4-way on your 2012 Mazda 6 into the 4-way on your motorhome to power the lights. If your tow dolly does not have lights, I recommend using magnet lights like the Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connectors - 20' Long Harness # PE26UR....
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• Can a 2013 Honda Fit with Automatic Transmission Be Flat Towed
  I did some checking and it looks like your 2013 Honda Fit with an automatic transmission can be flat towed as long as you keep it under 65 mph. I would recommend you consult your owners manual as well to confirm this. For a base plate kit you would want the part # 521190-1 which is a confirmed for your vehicle. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible...
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• Flat Towing a 2016 Chevy Sonic Behind a Motorhome
  To flat tow your 2016 Chevrolet Sonic you're going to need several items. For starters, I recommend the Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar # RM-576 which connects to your RV by your trailer hitch receiver. It's non-binding, making it easier to connect to your Sonic and the Alpha comes with safety cables. Next you'll need the Roadmaster base plate kit # RM-523173-5 which is compatible with your Sonic. It's fairly easy to install, with no welding and is barely noticeable when the arms are...
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• Will Peterson Tow Light Kit Fit At Top Of Rear Hatch On 2015 Subaru Outback Being Towed
  The Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connectors - 20' Long Harness # PE26UR should work well for you. The TPeterson lights should securely attach to the top of your car with the strong magnets. This would put the lights above the bikes you are carrying as you want.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Behind Forest River Sunseeker
  Safe and legal flat towing requires a few items including a tow bar, safety cables, a wiring/lighting kit of some kind, a high/low hitch adapter, wiring extension and on the toad a set of base plates and a supplementary braking system. Each of these is detailed in the linked article on flat towing. Starting with base plates for the Wrangler, so long as you have a standard bumper with no winch or guards I suggest the Demco kit # DM9519292 (shown in the linked video) along with their Commander...
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• Dinghy Tow Wiring for 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500
  It sounds like you need wiring to flat tow your 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 and for that you need the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 4-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15247 as there is no straight plug-in harness available. Please keep in mind that you will also need to disconnect your Silverado's battery when towing and the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect # RM-766 is highly recommended to make this process easier. I've added links to video reviews and installs of both products for...
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• Can Magnetic Tow Lights Be Placed On The Cab Of A 2019 Chevy Colorado When Flat Towing
  Yes, as long as the Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connectors - 20' Long Harness # PE26UR are visible to other drivers behind you then you can place them at the rear-most position of the cab of your 2019 Chevy Colorado.
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• How To Use 7 Way RV Connector To Power Lights And Charge Battery On Towed Vehicle
  I highly recommend installing Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow Adapter # HM48470. This replaces your RV's 7 way and gives you a 7 way AND 4 way flat connection. Then you can hook upMagnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connectors - 20' Long Harness # PE26UR directly to the 4 way flat provided on the adapter. These tow lights have a 20 foot long wiring harness; use 48" Long 4-Pole # HM47115 if you need 4 more feet of wiring. For the charge line going to the towed vehicle's battery, you...
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• Recommended Tail Light Wiring For Flat-Towed 2018 Jeep Cherokee With Bike Rack Blocking Taillights
  The 4-pin on the rear of your 2018 Jeep Cherokee Overland wouldn't have power running to it unless it the vehicle was running so the simplest option would be to just bypass the wiring you installed when you plan on flat-towing your vehicle and hauling your bikes and instead using some magnetic lights instead like the Magnetic Tow Lights - Red LEDs - 4-Way Flat Connectors - 20' Long Harness # PE26UR or the Custer Lite-It Magnetic Tow Lights # LIW-AGKIT-SG if you would like a wireless connection.
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• Can a 2013 Honda Fit Be Flat Towed
  I have a copy of the 2013 Honda Fit Owners Manual that I found online, and it states that both manual and automatic transmission equipped Fit models can indeed be towed behind a motorhome IF the specific procedures shown are followed. You can find this information by doing a Google search on '2013 Honda Fit Owners Manual'. Be sure to read the instructions carefully and completely, as they're pretty specific and if they aren't followed to the letter, you can damage the drivetrain of your...
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• Only One Brake Light is Working with the Peterson Magnetic Tow Light Kit
  You will want to verify that both brake light signals are working at the RV side trailer connector. Unplug the Peterson Magnetic Tow Lights # PE26UR, and use a circuit tester such as # PTW2992 to test the pins on the 4-Way while someone sits in the RV and runs through the lighting functions. The most likely cause of this is a bad ground or dirt/corrosion in the trailer connector on the RV. It would take a very small wire brush or small screwdriver to clean on the 4-Way. This recently...
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• Most Cost-Effective Way to Flat or Dinghy Tow a 2020 Ram 1500
  I'm glad you know that there is going to be a certain cost associated with flat towing (also called dinghy towing) your 2020 Ram 1500, but there are certain ways you can save money while still being both safe and comfortable. There are a number of parts you'll need, starting with base plates, the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-522203-5 (fits all but Rebel models of '20 Ram 1500), which also needs a compatible tow bar, with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 being...
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• Will Magnetic Tow Lights Work With a Supplemental Braking System
  In order to use magnetic tow lights like the Peterson Magnetic Tow Lights part # PE26UR on a towed vehicle you must use a portable braking system like the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System part # BLU37TR. If you want to use a permanent braking system like the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System part # RM-8700 you'll also need a direct wire-line harness like the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part # RM-15267.
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