Tow Bar Adapter for Duncan EAZ-Aligner Tow Bar and Roadmaster Base Plates, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Question:

we need to order base plate and adapter for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd. We already have EAZ Aligner Duncan Tow Bar we used for towing a 1995 Ford Escort much lighter!. Have talked to Andi at etrailer and will order today if weight rate is okay.

asked by: Lela T

Expert Reply:

I did a little research and found that the curb weight of a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited is 4072 pounds. The weight could be different depending on what is inside the vehicle, if it is full of gas, and the options it has on it. I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and the RoadMaster Base Plates to Duncan Towmatic II, Karbar and EazAligner Tow Bars Adapter, # RM-038, has a capacity of up to 6,000 pounds.

I searched for any information I could find on the EAZ-Aligner Tow Bar and found very little information except for one classified ad for one that someone was selling and they listed its maximum capacity at 5,000 pounds.

For base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plates, # 1419-7. To be able to remove the arms on the base plates, you will also need Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, # RM-201. To complete the towing set up for your Grand Cherokee, you will need safety cables, lighting, and a supplemental braking system as required by law. For safety cables, I recommend RoadMaster 64 inch Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables, # RM-643. For lights, there are a couple of options. If you do not plan on towing the vehicle often, I recommend magnetic light kit # RM-2120.

If you do plan on towing it frequently, I recommend installing diodes, # 38955. I have included a video along with a couple of FAQ articles on tow bar wiring that should help in choosing the best light kit for your application along with how to go about wiring them.

For a braking system, the easiest to use and install would be the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking System, # RM-9400. This system installs quickly so you are ready to go in minutes. It engages the towed vehicle brakes proportionally to how much the towing vehicle is braking, reducing wear of both vehicles brakes.

Finally, you will need to check with the manufacturer and/or your vehicle owners manual for instructions on the proper procedure for towing your vehicle because some vehicles must be equipped with a transmission lube pump, an axle disconnect, drive line disconnect, or free-wheeling hubs before they can be towed.