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| FAST FRED (Fast_fred)
Registered Member Username: Fast_fred Post Number: 1172 Registered: 10-2006 Posted From: 76.248.150.30  Rating: N/A |
We are finally going to get a bigger toad. Our choice is Honda CRV , it can be flat towed with an auto tranny , and has a timing chain , no timing belt to destroy the engine. There are 3 companies that make base plates , all similar priced about $300 . Blue OX ,Roadmaster and Demco . The fitting instructions on line seem similar , so does anyone have some input? All seem to need a trim of some plastic ,not a big deal , as out VW Diesel toad is a 1980 , so resale is not a factor. Any good or bad experiences with these mfg? Things to watch out for? FF | ||
| thomas flocks (Taflocks)
Registered Member Username: Taflocks Post Number: 259 Registered: 9-2009 Posted From: 74.76.246.165 Rating: N/A |
i have the roadmaster and it works fine but i hate my crv,,, too damn small for a fat-boy | ||
| Bill Gerrie (Bill_gerrie)
Registered Member Username: Bill_gerrie Post Number: 355 Registered: 3-2006 Posted From: 216.198.139.38  Rating: N/A |
FF I have used Remco base plates on 4 different vehicles and never had a problem. On my Sebring they didn't have an exact listing so they sent a base plate for a Breeze. They worked with me to see if it would work and when I told them it fit they now list it for the Sebring as well. A great company to deal with. Bill | ||
| Greg Roberts (Eagle 20) (Gregeagle20)
Registered Member Username: Gregeagle20 Post Number: 285 Registered: 4-2002 Posted From: 72.0.43.244 Rating: N/A |
I love my Blue Ox set up on the Jeep Liberty. The Jeep Liberty is actually a very good toad too. | ||
| Mark Renner (Boomer)
Registered Member Username: Boomer Post Number: 212 Registered: 11-2006 Posted From: 206.58.200.38  Rating: N/A |
Try hitchtrader.com. You might find a good used one for half that price. | ||
| FAST FRED (Fast_fred)
Registered Member Username: Fast_fred Post Number: 1173 Registered: 10-2006 Posted From: 76.248.150.30 Rating: N/A |
Hitchtraider.com was a good idea , but no luck. Lots of other towing goodies tho ! The new CRV takes hours to take a large part of the front of the car apart , so someone really has to need what they would get for the used baseplate , 3 or 4 hours of work! FF | ||
| Mike Heron (Mike_in_ga)
Registered Member Username: Mike_in_ga Post Number: 15 Registered: 1-2006 Posted From: 74.190.180.236 Rating: N/A |
Fred-.Have has two Roadmasters - both were fine. We have towed a Honda CRV automatic for six years - love it. Mike in GA | ||
| Len Silva (Lsilva)
Registered Member Username: Lsilva Post Number: 359 Registered: 12-2000 Posted From: 72.187.35.208  Rating: N/A |
I had a CRV and it worked fine as a towed. When we traded it, it just wasn't worth the time and trouble to remove the baseplate and restore the car to original. I doubt you will find any used ones out there. It took me about half a day to install with significant drilling, hammering, and cussing. As I understand it, the new (2010) CRV's are no longer approved for towing. I don't know if it is a drive line change or just a warranty issue. | ||
| FAST FRED (Fast_fred)
Registered Member Username: Fast_fred Post Number: 1177 Registered: 10-2006 Posted From: 76.248.150.30 Rating: N/A |
"As I understand it, the new (2010) CRV's are no longer approved for towing. I don't know if it is a drive line change or just a warranty issue." Before plunking down the deposit I checked the Owners Handbook , and towing is OK, just every 8 hours there is a lube the tranny procedure that's required. Start, shift thru the gears ,shut down. Max tow speed limited to 75 UGH! I stop more frequently than every 8 hours to drain the Belly Tank, so it wont be a bother . FF | ||
| thomas flocks (Taflocks)
Registered Member Username: Taflocks Post Number: 269 Registered: 9-2009 Posted From: 74.76.246.165 Rating: N/A |
what is drain the belly tank? sounds dirty? | ||
| David Evans (Dmd)
Registered Member Username: Dmd Post Number: 455 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 173.77.207.138  Rating: N/A |
Do you miss the bicycle made for 2? I loved when i only needed a bike on the back. Less worries!  | ||
| ned sanders (Uncle_ned)
Registered Member Username: Uncle_ned Post Number: 87 Registered: 5-2005 Posted From: 74.235.105.26 Rating: |
David Fred put the two seated bike off on me several years ago at jacks rally at horizon coach.I still get it out and ride it when my grandaughter will ride and paddle for me. uncle ned | ||
| George Martinez (Foohorse)
Registered Member Username: Foohorse Post Number: 128 Registered: 1-2010 Posted From: 174.48.6.180  Rating: N/A |
I am guessing that ( drain the belly tank has something to do with Ballast? |
