Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 Jeep Wrangler Behind a Motor Home
Question:
Bought a 2016 Wrangler that I want to tow behind my RV. What do I need?
asked by: Claude D
Helpful Expert Reply:
To flat tow a vehicle you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking.
The base plates provide a secure attachment point for the tow bar. You can use # RM-521448-5. These base plates are compatible with Roadmaster RV-mounted tow bars. For a compatible tow bar the most popular option is the Falcon 2, # RM-520, rated for 6,000 pounds. I have linked a video showing an example installation of the baseplates and a review of the Falcon tow bar.
For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can use the Roadmaster 4-diode kit # RM-154. I have linked a video showing an example installation of the diode kit as well.
I also recommend coiled umbilical kit # HM47054. One end plugs into a 7-Way on the RV and the other end plugs into the 6-Way included with the kit. Replace the 4-Way on the diode kit with the 6-Way in the umbilical kit.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Be sure to consult your vehicle 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.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Hopkins Nite-Glow Tow Bar Extension Cord w/ Socket - Coiled - 7-Way RV to 6-Way Round - 8' Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Adapters
- 7 Round - Blade to 6 Round
- Coiled Cord
- Hopkins
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Way Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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