Parts to Flat Tow a Volvo S40 T5 Behind a Motor Home
Question:
Is there a base plate for this car?
asked by: Ed
Expert Reply:
I checked with Blue Ox and Roadmaster and neither offer custom fit base plates for your Volvo S40 T5. But what you can do is have some universal base plates, # BX88266, professionally installed. Please consult the vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle.
If you can flat tow it according to the manual and use the universal base plates then for a tow bar I recommend the Alpha, # BX7380. It is rated for 6,500 pounds and includes safety cables. For lighting I recommend a simple magnetic light kit, # RM-2120. It is easy to set up and use and you will not have to cut into the vehicle wiring.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the easiest systems to set up and use is the Patriot proportional system # BLU37TR. It will apply the Volvo brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the easiest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Be sure to consult your Volvo owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- 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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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Heavy-Duty Universal Bolt-On Base Plate Brackets - 20,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Brackets
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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