Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
(2022 reviews)
Price: $481.66
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Item # RM39FR
Our Price: $481.66
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Roadmaster Base Plates - RM39FR
- Removable Drawbars
- Roadmaster
- Twist Lock Attachment
Designed for use with motor-home-mounted tow bars, the direct-connect brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and remove, and they eliminate the need for a quick-disconnect crossbar on your tow bar. Installs on your vehicle's frame.
Features:
- Direct-connect brackets provide attachment points for your motor-home-mounted tow bar
- Streamlined design creates supremely clean look
- No obtrusive quick-disconnect crossbar
- Hidden brackets sit even farther back than standard brackets
- Drawbars attach and remove quickly and easily
- Arms click to lock in place in brackets
- Built-in pull rings let you unlock arms so you can twist and remove them
- Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
- Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
- Simple installation - no welding required
- Custom base plates ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
- Compatible with Roadmaster motor-home-mounted tow bars only
- Instructions and mounting hardware included
- Made in the USA
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
Note: Roadmaster direct-connect base plates will only work with Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a trailer hitch, such as the Nighthawk, Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, or Falcon 2. These base plates will not work with tow bars that require a hitch ball.
The drawbars, or front arms, on this base plate kit are supremely easy to mount and remove. Just insert them into the brackets and twist to lock them in place. To remove each arm, simply tug the built-in pull pin to disengage the lock, twist the arm back and pull it out of the bracket. Once the drawbars have been removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible. On most automobiles, the brackets are mounted within the grille, where they remain not only unseen, but protected from scrapes and scuffs as well.
524465-5 Road Master EZ-5 Base Plate Kit
Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2020 - 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid
Customer Satisfaction Score:
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Customer Reviews
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - RM39FR
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (2018 Customer Reviews)
Designed for use with motor-home-mounted tow bars, the direct-connect brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and remove, and they eliminate the need for a quick-disconnect crossbar on your tow bar. Installs on your vehicle's frame.by: Tim 02/21/2024
My installer had no trouble installing this kit and it works flawlessly. Excellent product.
by: David09/19/2022
2020 Ford Escape
It was great that there was a video for my specific application, and I watched it several times. The kit also came with detailed step by step instructions that followed the video and those were helpful during the installation. The instructions and video covered each step, so the installation was straightforward by simply following them. Removing and then reattaching the nose piece would be easier with 2 people. I had to do this alone so for me the reattaching of the nose piece was the most difficult part. The photos I included are the finished product and I think it looks very clean and blends right in with the front grill, without the arms of course. I travelled over 2000 miles and it worked great.
by: Lahaie07/16/2023
2021 Ford Escape
Easy to install. Of the five base plate I've installed, this was the easiest. Fit well on an Escape PHEV.
Plus the tow pim are easy to retreive. Easier than the blue ox system.
by: Donald05/26/2023
Ford Escape
We tow a 2022 Ford Escape behind our Winnebago motorhome. This wiring kit did the job for us. Everything working great!
by: joe11/29/2020
2020 Ford Escape. Overall, I am happy with the finished product. Seems sturdy and looks good. A little tricky drilling holes in the plastic bumper and the measurements provided in the instruction were way off, but I took my time and took lots of measurements and managed to make it look pretty good I think. Only other criticism is that the instructions could have been more detailed /precise and better pictures. I felt that the were more vague as I progressed.
by: Harry 10/15/2021
2021 Ford Escape
I received the base plate before the new car it will go on has been delivered so at this point I cannot comment on the quality. I can say that I was very pleased with etrailer. Their service is excellent, prices are good, and shipping is fast. I have ordered from them in the past and will do so again.
by: Rodney 09/30/2022
The videos on installation were very helpful. Did have to drill/grind on both the car and the base plate, but it wasn't too bad.
Connecting the tow vehicle with this system is very easy and that is why I selected it.
by: Andrew 11/18/2021
Ford Escape
Works well for towing my 2020 Ford Escape. Towed several thousand miles with no issues.
Andrew
11/19/2022
Working well. Over 8k miles.
by: Josh09/29/2022
The delivery was very fast. However, the package was broken. The packing is not as good. Some of the paint on the parts was damaged. I think it will rust easily down the road
by: Gerald05/27/2022
Instructions were very complete, installation was quite easy.
by: Timothy 12/08/2022
Works great. Very easy connections.
by: Harold 10/29/2021
Easy instructions to follow. Matched the vehicle perfectly.
by: Peter 05/12/2021
Excellent customer service, fast shipment, will send photos after installation.
Thanks!
by: Gary 10/01/2022
2022 Ford Escape
Well made and Great Service!
by: Azloon09/18/2022
Easy hookup to toad.
by: Teresa 08/20/2022
Easy to take on and off.
by: Steven04/18/2024
by: Theodor01/26/2022
2021 Ford Escape
Everything worked as advertised
by: Jeff T03/01/2023
by: Peter 06/03/2023
by: Terry 09/13/2022
2020 Ford Escape
by: Alden10/03/2022
by: James 08/29/2022
by: Alain 07/23/2022
2022 Ford Escape
by: David01/13/2023
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- Will Roadmaster Direct Connect Base Plate Kit for 2022 Ford Escape Allow Adaptive Cruise ControlGreat question. So you can leave basically all of the Roadmaster Direct Connect base plate kit part # RM39FR installed on your 2022 Ford Escape and the adaptive cruise control will work. You'll just need to pull out the removable arms of the kit when not in use and you'd be set. You were probably already going to remove them when not in use.
view full answer... - Will Base Plates from a 2022 Ford Escape Fit on a 2023 Ford Escape? The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM39FR you're looking at from your 2022 Escape, will not fit your 2023 Ford Escape. At this time there is no base plates that are going to work with your 2023 Ford Escape. According to the owner's manual the only model that can be flat towed is the Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), so unless you have either of those models you wouldn't be able to flat tow it anyways.
view full answer... - Can I Use The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit, Part RM39FR, With My 2022 Ford Escape Yes, you can use the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, part # RM39FR, with your 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid. Provided you have a Roadmaster compatible direct-connect towbar, something like the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 10K, part # RM-422, will work with this base plate kit. I have included a product description link, a video of this base plate being installed on a 2022 Ford Escape, a video review, and a...
view full answer... - Recommended Base Plate Kit For A 2022 Ford EscapeWhen it comes to installing a baseplate on your 2022 Ford Escape The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM39FR will be your best option because you can still use your Demco Towbar using The Roadmaster Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032. We do not have any local dealers. You will have to purchase directly from our website. Using the adapter # RM-032 will attach to your Demco Towbar and will attached directly to The Roadmaster Baseplate # RM39FR. The baseplate has a simple...
view full answer... - Weight of Roadmaster Base Plate and BlackHawk 2 Tow Bar for 2020 Ford Escape HybridThe Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM39FR that fits your 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid has a shipping weight of 58 lbs so it's total weight will be approximately 55 lbs (plus or minus a couple lbs), while the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-422 has a shipping weight of 65 lbs, making its total weight approximately 60 lbs. I have added links to instructions for you to check out as well of the Base Plate Kit # RM39FR and BlackHawk 2Tow Bar # RM-422.
view full answer... - Why Can't the Roadmaster EZ-5 Base Plate Kit Work with a Hitch Ball Style Tow BarThe Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM39FR for your 2022 Ford Escape cannot be used with a tow bar that attaches to a hitch ball like the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 because it cannot use or accommodate a Roadmaster crossbar, which is needed to use that style of tow bar. If you already have that kind of tow bar, you would want to use the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # RM59FR.
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view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2022 Ford Escape PHEVThe correct base plate kit for a 2022 Ford Escape PHEV is the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM39FR. This will then pair great with the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar part # RM-676 which can indeed be stowed to the side on the back of the RV. There are still a few more things you'll need like the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit part # RM-154 to transfer the lights, the Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System part #...
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2022 Ford Escape HybridFor your 2022 Ford Escape hybrid we have the Roadmaster base plate kit part # RM39FR as a confirmed fit and easy to use. You'd want to use it with a Roadmaster tow bar like the Falcon 2 part # RM-522. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that...
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view full answer... - Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid Behind MotorhomeTo flat tow the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid behind the motorhome you need a baseplate, safety cables, wiring, tow bar, supplemental braking system and possibly a high low adapter. I have made a list of recommendations below. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part # RM39FR Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain part # RM-422 Roadmaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables part # RM-643 Blue Ox Patriot braking system part # BLU37TR Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 4-Wire Flexo-Coil...
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view full answer... - Can I Use My Old Tow Bar with Roadmaster 524465-5 Base Plate?The Roadmaster # RM39FR (524465-5 alt part number) is designed for your 2021 Escape Hybrid and will connect all Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a 2" receiver on your towing vehicle. In addition to your base plate kit and tow bar, you will need the Roadmaster # RM-645 safety cables, a Roadmaster # RM-152-98146-7 tow wiring kit, and a supplemental braking kit like the Brake Buddy # HM39524. You may also need a high/low adapter. See the links below to determine if you need one. You...
view full answer... - Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain Tow Bar and 2020 Ford EscapeThe Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, # RM39FR, is a confirmed fit for your 2020 Ford Escape and will work with your Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar, # RM-576. In addition, these base plates will work with other Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a trailer hitch, such as the, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, or Falcon 2. Please see the product review video I have attached. You will also need indicator lights for your vehicle when being towed....
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2020 Ford Escape HybridHey Ken, you are definitely on the right track for parts needed to flat tow your 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. The correct base plate kit part # RM39FR will work great with the etrailer tow bar part # e74ZR. Then for a braking system I would go with the Demco Stay N Play part # SM99251 as it's much easier to use and install. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow...
view full answer... - Can 2020 Ford Escape AWD Hybrid be Flat TowedI did some checking and yes your 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD can be flat towed. You will need a baseplate, safety cables, wiring, tow bar, supplemental braking system and possibly a high low adapter. I have made a list of recommendations below. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part # RM39FR Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain part # RM-422 Roadmaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables part # RM-643 Blue Ox Patriot II Radio Frequency braking system part # BLU37TR Roadmaster...
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view full answer... - Roadmaster Base Plate and Other Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2022 Ford Escape HybridYes, the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit, # RM39FR is confirmed to fit the 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid. We even have a helpful installation video created, please note the link below. For a complete list of items needed: - Base Plate, Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit, # RM39FR - Tow Bar, Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar, # RM-522 - Safety Cables, Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables, # RM-645 - Wiring Solution, Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power...
view full answer... - Does etrailer Offer Installation Of Base Plates For A 2021 Ford Escape Yes, we have an installation team at our Wentzville, Missouri location. If you call our customer service department at 800-298-1624 they can assist you in setting up an installation appointment. If you haven't purchased all the equipment needed to flat tow your 2021 Ford Escape then I have the following recommendations: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-522. This tow bar features non-binding latches and a large hookup radius to make connecting/disconnecting...
view full answer... - Are Diodes Necessary When Wiring 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid for Flat TowingRoadmaster recommends using a diode kit, and because the folks at Roadmaster are the smartest people in the room when it comes to flat towing, I'm prepared to give them the benefit of the doubt and would highly recommend going with the # RM-15267 diode kit. In addition to the diode kit, you'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high/low adapter. I'll run through some recommended parts: - # RM39FR Base Plate Kit - # RM-522 Falcon...
view full answer... - Parts Needed Flat Tow 2020 Ford Escape HybridPer Roadmaster, the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid does not require a battery charge line kit such as the # RM-156-25. We recommend against adding a charge line kit as it would possibly cause issues with a hybrid vehicle. To safely flat tow your 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid you need five basic components, base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, wiring for indicator lights, and supplemental braking. You will possibly require a high low adapter. I have attached a help article below that walks through...
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Harry F.
10/15/2022
It is working great. No problems.