etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms
(22 reviews)
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etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms
Item # e98959
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etrailer Base Plates - e98959
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Custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to flat tow your vehicle. No external crossbar means that only the base plate tabs are visible, providing a clean, low-profile look when you're not towing. Simple, bolt-on installation.
Features:
- Custom-fit base plates provide attachment points for your tow bar
- Hidden reinforcement means that less of the bracket shows
- No crossbar support beam or large, protruding brackets
- Sturdy, dependable design
- Spreads towing force evenly to minimize weight placed on suspension
- Constructed of durable steel
- Simple installation - no welding required
- Bolts securely to your vehicle's chassis
- Electrical bracket lets you easily mount a round electrical connector plug
- Instructions and necessary hardware included
- Compatible with all etrailer tow bars
- Also compatible with Demco Victory Series tow bars
- Adaptable for use with tow bars from other manufacturers (adapters sold separately)
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Distance between brackets: 31"
- Bracket height: 18-1/2"
- 1-Year limited warranty
Tow Bar Adapters
If you have a tow bar from a different manufacturer, an adapter may be available. etrailer offers adapters for use with other manufacturer's tow bars so that you don't have to go through the added hassle and expense of replacing your tow bar when outfitting your new towed car with base plates.
| Type of Tow Bar | Use Adapter |
|---|---|
| Roadmaster Eagle and Eagle 8000 | e98979 |
| Reese Tow Champ and Valley Industries | e98980 |
| Roadmaster Falcon 5250 | e98981 |
| Blue Ox, Aladdin, Aventa II, Aventa LX, and Alexus | e98982 |
| Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All Terrain, and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500 | e98983 |
| Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers above 14,501 | e98984 |
| Demco Victory Series and Kwik-Tow | No adapter needed |
etrailer Technical Support
At etrailer we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your base plates. The technicians at etrailer perform flat tow installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
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Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2007 - 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
- 2007 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade excluding Platinum
- 2012 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade excluding Platinum or Premium
- 2008 - 2013 GMC Sierra 1500
- 2014 - 2015 GMC Sierra 1500
- 2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra New Body 1500
- 2008 - 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2014 - 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado New Body 1500
- 2007 - 2014 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
- 2007 - 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe excluding Hybrid
- 2007 - 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
- 2007 - 2014 GMC Yukon
- 2007 - 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500
Customer Satisfaction Score:
93% were satisfied with this product
7% of customers were not satisfied
- Too difficult to install
- Wrong item was ordered
Customer Reviews
etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms - e98959
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (22 Customer Reviews)
Custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to flat tow your vehicle. No external crossbar means that only the base plate tabs are visible, providing a clean, low-profile look when you're not towing. Simple, bolt-on installation.by: Christopher 10/11/2023
1995 Jeep Wrangler
Excellent product
Excellent service
by: Dale 09/16/2023
2015 Chevrolet Silverado
Pretty easy to install on my 2015 Silve rado,
by: Ronald 01/25/2023
I’m happy with them can’t wait to get back on the road
by: Clyde04/03/2024
During installation we experienced some issues with part alignment between the base plate and bumper assembly causing the facia the to need trim back the facia all the way to the painted section. The hood and facia fit is tight.
by: Sim07/08/2022
My order arrived in a few days, was exactly what I ordered. Installed base plates with no problems. very satisfied with results.
by: James01/29/2023
I installed myself! The direction we easy to follow and the unit fit my 2017 jeep unlimited perfectly. I have over 4000 tow miles since the install with no issues.
by: Don02/07/2024
Very good and easy to work with
by: Willard 12/07/2023
Order was easy and fast delivery on time
by: Mark 06/05/2023
Quality parts for a reasonable price, fast shipping.
by: Conor05/13/2023
Easy to install
by: Larry 11/28/2021
Had trouble doing it online call them on the phone like we used to do it all days and it went really well very fast and very knowledgeable I will do business in the future with etrailer
by: Steven01/20/2022
The product is fine, but the box was flimsy and damaged.
by: Dennis 10/07/2022
Perfect fit fast shipping
by: Juan 07/29/2022
I just received, maybe next week I will working on that.
by: Christopher 10/03/2023
by: Trudy01/03/2022
by: Roy 01/17/2022
by: Todd 08/02/2023
by: Carl 12/23/2022
by: Ken 10/07/2021
by: John 03/25/2023
by: Dianne 02/24/2023
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- All Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 Behind MotorhomeHey there Jeff, thanks for the question and I can definitely get you all the parts needed to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 behind your motorhome. I'll go ahead and list everything out for you to make it easy to order. - Base Plate Kit: etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e98959 - Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e94ZR - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 - Roadmaster Battery Disconnect # RM-766 - Supplemental Braking System:...
view full answer... - Are Adapters Needed To Connect An etrailer Classic Baseplate To A Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar You would need an adapter to connect a Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar # BX7420 to the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms # e98959, however there isn't a compatible adapter available at this time so you would need to switch to a different baseplate. I recommend just sticking with Blue Ox to avoid having to use any adapters at all. For a 1500 you'll want part # BX1674 and for a 2500 or 3500 you'll need part # BX1681. I've attached some installation videos below to help walk you through...
view full answer... - Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 Yes, to flat tow your 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 you'll need the following components: Baseplate: etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e98959. Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e94ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables bracketed to the arms so you won't have to purchase any separately or worry about them dragging on the ground. The head and shank are adjustable to help keep the tow bar level between the motorhome and Silverado. Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to...
view full answer... - 2014 Chevy Suburban etrailer Base Plate Kit Fit and Parts to Flat TowYes, the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e98959 fits your 2014 Chevy Suburban. This doesn't have the removeable arms so you just have the covers to deal with which means less steps to take. I'll go ahead and make a list of parts that I recommend using to flat tow your Suburban. The initial installation might take a bit longer for some of these but after that you will have a really easy on/off setup. etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - # e98959 Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain - # RM-676 Adapter...
view full answer... - Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500The best base plate kit for your 2009 Sierra 1500 is going to be the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item # 3154-3. This kit is custom fit and built specifically for the Sierra 1500's. The removable arms will keep your front end as close to a factory look as possible. With this base plate you will be able to use the Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 Tow Bar item # RM-422 and Safety Chains item # RM-653. This tow bar is compatible with the base plate kit recommended above and has enough weight...
view full answer... - Will Blue Ox Avante Tow Bar Work with etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit on 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500In order to use the Blue Ox Avante Tow Bar with the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit part # e98959 which is a fit for a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 New Body you'll just need the Adapter for Blue Ox Tow Bar to etrailer Classic Base Plates part # e98982. If you don't want to use any adapters then you'd just need to go with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit part # BX1674.
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