Recommended Equipment for Flat Towing 2021 Jeep Gladiator Behind Motorhome
Question:
What parts are needed to flat tow my 2021 Jeep Gladiator behind a motorhome?
asked by: Kevin S
Expert Reply:
I'd be happy to help you figure that out.
For base plate kit, you'll need the Roadmaster # RM-521453-5 which works if you have the factory plastic or steel bumper. You'll also need safety cables like part # RM-643. For a tow bar, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain tow bar, part # RM-522. The Falcon All Terrain self centers and aligns, so you won't need to have the Gladiator perfectly centered behind the motorhome in order to hook up. Because it's a non-binding tow bar, it won't lock up on you if you're on an uneven surface, which makes disconnecting the tow bar much easier.
To wire the taillights, I'd recommend a diode system like part # RM-15267. For a supplemental braking system, use # SM99251 if your motorhome has hydraulic brakes or # SM99243 if the motorhome has air brakes. You'll also need a brake stop light switch, part # RM-751497.
Finally, if the installed height of the base plates is more than three inches higher or lower than the hitch on the motorhome, you'll need a high/low adapter. I'll link to an article that explains how to measure to determine which adapter you need, as well as to our selection of adapters.
Products Referenced in This Question
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 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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Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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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 All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - 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
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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