etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Item # e98948
Our Price: $389.00
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2021 Jeep Gladiator
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2021 Jeep Gladiator - etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- etrailer
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
Get a clean, factory look for your car when it's not being towed by using these invisible base plates. Tabs remain on tow bar arms and easily secure to base plate receivers with a quick turn. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.
Features:
- Custom-fit base plates provide attachment points for your tow bar
- Invisible design creates seamless, clean look
- No obtrusive crossbar or protruding brackets
- Covers keep dirt and debris out of base plate receivers when you're not towing
- Included tabs connect directly to your tow bar arms
- Just insert the tab into the base plate and secure with the included safety pin
- No need to remove, and possibly misplace, drawbar arms
- 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 and Demco tow bars
- Adaptable for use with Blue Ox and Roadmaster tow bars (adapters sold separately)
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Distance between brackets: 19-1/2"
- Bracket height: 18"
- 1-Year limited warranty
Simple, Invisible Design
Setting up these invisible base plates for use with your etrailer tow bar is fast and easy. They easily bolt onto the ends of your tow bar. And because the tabs remain on your tow bar at all times instead of protruding from your vehicle , your car maintains a clean look when it's not being towed.
Easy Hookup and Disconnect
Using the etrailer invisible base plates to attach and remove your tow bar couldn't be easier. With the base plate tabs attached to your tow bar arms, simply insert the tabs into the receivers on your vehicle and twist to lock them in place. Insert the included pull pins to add an extra layer of security, ensuring the tabs stay put. To remove each arm, simply tug the pull pin to disengage the lock, twist the tow bar arm, and pull the tab out of the bracket.
Receiver Covers
Keep dirt and debris out of the base plate receivers with the included covers. These high-density polyethylene covers easily snap into place over each pull point when your tow bar is not attached. Limiting internal corrosion makes it easier to slide the tabs in and out and helps to prevent seizing so that the tabs don't get stuck.
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 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 | Adapter |
|---|---|
| Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500 | e98983 |
| Roadmaster Nighthawk, Sterling All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers 14,501 | e98984 |
| Roadmaster Eagle, Eagle 8000 | e98979 |
| Roadmaster Falcon 5250 | e98981 |
| Blue Ox | e98986 |
| Demco Kwik-Tow | No adapter needed |
| Curt Rambler | 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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etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - e98948
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (347 Customer Reviews)
Get a clean, factory look for your car when it's not being towed by using these invisible base plates. Tabs remain on tow bar arms and easily secure to base plate receivers with a quick turn. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.by: Dave M.06/17/2024
2023 JeepGladiator
After watching etrailer video for installation, it was fairly easy, no drilling of the frame and all necessary hardware bolted correctly. I like the way it tucks under the frame and doesn't stick out much, thus why it's the "invisible base plate kit".
by: Michael 05/03/2024
Trailer invisible base plate was very easy to install even for a 72 year old man great product works as it should
by: Dave A02/20/2023
2022 Jeep Wrangler
The finished product looks great, it took a lot longer to install than the video but I am happy with the result. The instructions for cutting the holes didn't work well and I had to increase the holes and move them over as they didn't fully line up. I also had to make a relief cut to help the part that the bracket hit. Also make sure you put on the metal plate that holds the plastic shield on prior to putting the bumper on and tightening the tow bar down. Aligning the holes is "fun".... after 4 times taking the bumper off it all worked. Getting the plastic rivets on the underside back on requires the use of many "Special" words.... But it looks great after, and I am looking forward to using it.
by: William 12/06/2023
2018 Jeep JL Wrangler
Looks great and very sturdy! Assembly was a we bit more difficult that the guy in the video showed it would be... The stud holes in the base plate didn't quite line-up with the holes in the bumper support. About 45 minutes of dremmel and round file remedied that. The package included a mount for a wiring mount, but no mention in the instructions of how to assemble it...
by: Keegan02/08/2024
2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Unlimited
Was in a car accident and this peduct was the only thing that still looked in tact on the front of our jeep, purchased a new jeep and also purchased the same base plate!
by: Robert 01/20/2024
2023 JeepGladiator
Perfect fitment, easy installation.
Looks great!
Took me less than 2hrs complete, hardest part was getting the wire connector for the fog lamps to disconnect.
by: Howard W09/01/2023
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Nice solidly built baseplate. Installation went very easy, took a couple hours. No modifications, other than cutting the plastic air dam. Highly recommend watching the etrailer installation video that with the instructions hard to follow.
by: Barry 11/01/2023
Easy to install and looks good. Very functional and easy to use. It is a welcome transition from using a tow dolly.
by: Kenneth08/10/2023
I just got delivery on 8/21 and I finished installation 0n 8/22. Delivery of the base plate was way late and I had to change plans because of UPS. etrailer was very good about the problem and did all they could to rectify the problems that I had with the UPS delivery.
The base plate fit perfectly and was fairly easy to install. The instruction sheet could be better but the videos available explained a lot that the instructions did not.
by: Johann02/29/2024
Worked out great. Just took a little pa geant
by: Kelly07/25/2022
Had looked at other ones So glad we went through E trailer Much easier to install. My advice would be don't follow the temp plates in the directions. Your better off measuring it yourself.
by: Stan12/21/2023
This was to be delivered on Dec 12. When it didn't arrive this company immediately sent another one out. Very professional!!!
by: Robert 07/21/2023
Works great. Easy install, did it myself in the driveway with detailed instructions supplied.
by: Bob Bass07/06/2023
This base plate went on without any modifications. Very pleased with the outcome.
by: Louis08/02/2023
Instructions not good. I am able to do anything!! But not with these insturctions. Will fininsh tomorrow maybe. Ask again then.
by: James05/21/2022
Pontiac Trans Sport Van
Even though the box was damaged in transport, all parts were there and none were damaged due to the good packing that was done!
by: Jerry 05/27/2023
Everything about this transaction has been excellent. Package was very well executed. Base plate looks amazing and very well built. Thanks Justin for your assistance.
by: Gary11/08/2023
Pretty easy install will see how it works this weekend
by: Danny 08/04/2023
Nice product
Good instructions
Looked great when installed
by: Dan01/12/2023
Jeep
I tell people all the time on Facebook how awesome etrailer is, your go to place looking for base plates, trailer items wiring you name it and they came through again and this time in a very timely manner, my second base plate to be installed on my new to me Jeep thank you etrailer
by: Robert10/18/2023
Best products. Best customer service. Best prices.
by: Bryan12/06/2021
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
The installation instructions and video were misleading. Much more difficult to install then portrayed. Getting the base plate bracket holes to line up with the existing bumper bracket holes was very difficult. 1-2 hours spent trying to align holes.
Instructions describe how to cut holes in plastic under bumper cover. Instructions say nothing about how difficult it is to reinstall and fit around existing bumper, brackets, and base plate.
by: Gary 05/20/2023
I did self-installation and when completed it works perfectly.
by: Dan 09/24/2023
Easy install. Works great.
by: Ronald08/23/2020
Using on a 2020 Gladiator with an aftermarket bumper. I did make some modifications to the bumper for this to work. Fits like a glove, even tighter. Installation kicked my butt a little at first but was to my own fault and stubbornness and not product or installation instructions. Spoke with customer service rep, Michael, and he assured me product would fit. Great product. Performed test run on 8-26 and worked as advertised. Highly recommend!
Ronald
2/2/2022
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I recommend viewing the video install that we have on a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The installation starts at mark 1:17. One trick that we have is to tape the washers into place before lifting the base plate to the frame as shown at mark 4:11. When installing the hardware the base plate you will want to hand tighten the hardware down on both sides as shown at mark 4:55 and then torque the hardware down per manual specifications. Our installer Clayton shows a good technique at mark 6:26 on how to cut out the fascia when installing the bottom fascia back around the base plate.
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