Base Plates For 2016 Ram 1500 Compatible With REady Brute Elite Tow Bar
Question:
Want to be sure my research is correct. I have a 2016 Ram 1500 Diesel. Ready Brute Elite tow bar. Is RM 52289-4 correct base plate?
asked by: Bob C
Expert Reply:
I have a confirmed fit for you, however, the Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-52289-5, are not compatible with the Ready Brute Elite tow bar.
You will want the Blue Ox Base Plate Adapter Brackets for Ready Brute Elite Tow Bars # BX88297 along with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1986 which are custom fit for your vehicle. This will give you base plates and the adapter needed to be compatible with your tow bar. You may also want a locking pin like # e98882. If you don't already have safety cables, I recommend the Roadmaster 80" Coiled Safety Cables - Double Hook - 10,000 lbs - Qty 2 # RM-653.
If you don't already have wiring for your Ram, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit, # RM-15267. This will use your vehicle wiring but protect it from overload and give you an easy connection for towing.
You may need a hi-low adapter for this application. I've linked the page to our adapters and an article to help you determine your needs.
For a supplemental braking system, I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This is an easy set up that our installers love because it is a very reliable system that requires no adjustment after the initial install. The Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400 is needed to keep the lights functioning in sync.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Ready Brute Elite Tow Bar Adapter Brackets for Blue Ox Base Plates
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Adapters
- Blue Ox to Ready Brute Elite
- Blue Ox
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitch - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Stainless Steel
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Stainless Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-5/8 Inch Span
- etrailer
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 80" Coiled Safety Cables - Double Hook - 10,000 lbs - Qty 2
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 80 Inch Long
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
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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 Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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