What Tow Bar is Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Towbar Adapter Compatible With

Question:

Is this bar suitable for the pins on the falcon 2 rv mounted tow bar? Also I’m currently using a standard tow bar when towing Jeep Wrangler that attaches to front bumper and frame with Currie Ent tow bar brackets I’m curious why can’t I use this crossbar mounted to front bumper and frame in order to use my falcon 2 tow bar? I don’t see the need to add baseplate

asked by: Dan

Expert Reply:

The Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Towbar Adapter and Replacement Crossbar for Tracker Towbar # RM-025 is not compatible with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. It is a replacement for the Roadmaster Tracker tow bar RM-020 and compatible with Draw-Tite 2480, Reese 74950, Valley, EAZ-Lift and Tow Ready 63180 tow bars.

It also requires base plates, and can't just use this on a bumper as it not only wouldn't work, it absolutely wouldn't be safe. Base plates are required for almost all vehicles because bumpers aren't strong enough to support the weight of a vehicle being towed - it would rip the bumper right off. Some Wranglers do have D-rings on a bumper that allow an adapter to be used, but they depend on if the bumper is rated for flat towing and the thickness of the D-ring shackles:

- 3/4" Thick: Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars # RM-035
- 1" Thick: Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars # RM-035-1

I have added a link to a video review of these adapters, and if you let me know the exact year, model and type of bumper your Wrangler has I'd be happy to let you know the parts needed in order to safely flat tow it.