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mikemc53
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Sep 14, 2018

Lights for toad

I will be using a tow dolly for our 2006 Saturn Vue (to be pulled behind our HR Vacationer) and was wondering what type of lights (brakes/signals/etc) are required and what is best method. Haven't got the dolly yet but will likely go with a surge brake model. The HR currently has a standard 7 pin plug by the hitch.

Thoughts?

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  • Another option is a stick on tail-gate running/turn/brake light strip. They sell them in 2 different length (48" and 60" I think). The 48" fits perfect on the focus. They you just need an extension to run the 4-way up front. I also bought a 4-way splitter so I can also keep the dolly plugged in. My strip came with a 5th wire to also connect backup lights, but I haven't hooked that up so I can't comment on brightness. The red LEDs however are very bright, even in direct sunlight. I bought the "OPT-7" brand strip.
  • Thanks gang.

    Yes my Vue can be flat towed but I have a line on a tow dolly that will cost me considerably less than setting up for flat tow. I'll try it for this season and maybe next year will go flat tow.
  • Are you sure your Vue can't be flat towed. Have a friend that flat tows his Vue.
  • IB853347201 wrote:
    I believe most tow dolly's come equipped with signal lights, marker lights and a four pin connector to plug into the MH.
    You do not need any additional lights.


    I believe this to be true but I got a set of magnetic lights from Northern Tool to put at the very back.
  • I believe most tow dolly's come equipped with signal lights, marker lights and a four pin connector to plug into the MH.
    You do not need any additional lights.

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