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  • Is Anything Else Needed to Install BrakeMaster # RM-9060 on a 2000 Jeep Wrangler
  • Since your RV has hydraulic brakes and the Roadmaster BrakeMaster # RM-9060 is designed for hydraulic brake systems there is no air pump or tank needed. The system will use the pressure from the hydraulic brakes on the RV to apply the brakes on your 2000 Jeep TJ. There is a recommended (not required) seat adapter for the best fit: # RM-88154. The only other thing needed to ensure the system is working properly is a brake light relay # RM-88400. The RM-88400 relay is required to prevent...
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  • Recommend Replacement Rear Window and Soft Upper Doors For 2003 Jeep TJ
  • I contacted our representative at Bestop about a replacement rear window and soft upper doors for your 2003 Jeep TJ. For a replacement rear window, you will need Replacement Window Rear, part # B390-45, which zips into a factory Jeep top or factory replacement Jeep top. For soft upper doors, you will need Bestop Soft Upper Doors, part # B5179015, which includes the framing and will bolt into your existing factory steel half doors. For just the soft upper doors without the framing, we...
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  • Parts Needed To Adapt From Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar To Non-Binding Motorhome Mounted Tow Bar
  • To convert your Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 to a set of motorhome mounted Roadmaster tow bars you will need the Crossbar # RM-067. This will allow you to use tow bars like the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain # RM-522 or our best selling Roadmaster Nighthawk # RM-676 tow bars. The Nighthawk comes with the wiring for a 6 Pin Connector # PK12720 you would need to install on our Jeep. Other wise we have the Curt Tow Bar Extension Cord # C49HR which is a 7 to 4 cord you can use with...
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  • Wiring Needed For Adding Electric Trailer Brakes To a Utility Trailer
  • It sounds like the Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7 might be what you are needing for your Jeep. This kit includes the wiring for the 7-way and Brake Controller # RED52VR along with a 20, 30 and 40 amp circuit breakers. Otherwise you would just have to get a 40Amp Circuit Breaker # PK54240PL to use with the Kit # 331-CBK30-EB. For the trailer you will need a Hopkins 7-Way RV Style Connector # H20046, Junction Box and Installation Kit # 3430001-JBK, Breakaway Kit # 3802346 and 12-Gauge...
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  • Are Any Other Parts Needed to Install a Derale Fan on a 1999 Jeep Wrangler 4.0
  • The only other item you might need is a new fan clutch if there is anything wrong with the one currently on your 1999 Jeep Wrangler. If you do need a fan clutch it is # D22149. From the research I did there is no spacer or other parts required. Fan # D19317 has a bolt hole spacing of 1-3/4 inches to 2-1/4 inches. It is 1-1/8 inches deep and 17 inches in diameter. You will need to make sure this matches what your Jeep requires.
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  • Full Flat Towing Set-Up for A 2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ
  • Along with the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7420, you're also going to need: -A Base plate kit # BX1120. -Tow bar wiring # RM-152-98146-7. -A Brake Light Relay # RM-88400. -A braking system # HM39524. & A high-low adapter like # RM-048-4. You'll want to measure for the high-low adapter by referencing the article I have attached to ensure you chose the correct adapter.
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  • Can a 2005 Jeep Wrangler TJ be Flat Towed Using a Roadmaster Stowmaster Tow Bar
  • The Roadmaster Stowmaster, part # RM-501, has a maximum weight capacity of 6,000 pounds. From my research your 2005 Jeep Wrangler weighs, at the most, just under 4,000 pounds. So you should have no problem towing your Jeep. The base plate kit we carry for an 05 TJ that fits with the Stowmaster is the EZ4 # RM-521424-4. This will work on your Jeep as long as you have a standard front bumper and don't have front leaf springs. I've attached the install details. To wire the Jeep's lights...
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  • 7-Way Adapter vs. Full 7-Way Wiring Kit for 2005 Jeep TJ with 4-Pole Wiring
  • Pollak part # HM40975-11933 is a kit that includes a short OEM - to - U.S. Car Connector wiring harness and a 7-way/4-pole combination connector that mates with the round U.S. Car connector end of that harness. The other end of the harness mates with the rectangular OEM connector under the vehicle which will be present only if your Jeep TJ came from the factory with a 7-way. If your Jeep has a 4-pole wiring harness like # 18252, with a connector like the one shown in the linked photo,...
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  • Recommended 4 Way Trailer Connector for 2000 Jeep Wrangler TJ
  • A 4 way trailer wiring harness like the Hopkins Plug-In Simple # 42615 and the other harnesses you mentioned will all provide the same functions to control the trailer brake lights, running lights. emergency flashers and turn signals- so no matter which one you choose they'll provide everything you need. I like the Hopkins harnesses as they've proven to be very durable over time and well made, and it will do a good job for you.
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  • Recommended Screen Defender for a 1999 Jeep TJ With a Roadmaster Direct Connect Base Plate
  • For your 1999 Jeep TJ with a Roadmaster direct-connect base plate like # RM-521424-5, you'll just want to use the Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screening # RM-4750. This protective screen will deflect any rocks, gravel, and road debris down and away from your towed vehicle, will fit any motorhome with a 2" hitch, and is made from heavy duty weather-resistant nylon. You can also check out the road-test video attached below to get a better idea of how the screen works.
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  • Parts Needed For Flat Towing A 2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ
  • We can definitely help get your 2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ set up to flat tow. Personally, I prefer our etrailer brand tow bars and base plates. They are made by Demco, so you know you are getting a solid U.S made product. You can use a universal Diode kit for your wiring. For a braking system I suggest the Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play Duo. The parts list below will include everything you will need: etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98946 etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR Roadmaster Diode...
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  • Recommended Full Soft Top for 2000 Jeep Wrangler TJ with Full Doors
  • I'm happy to assist a fellow Jeep owner and you've got a couple of options here depending on whether or not you want to install a frame/bow system to support the top; if you're going to switch between the hard top and soft top frequently then I recommend going the frameless route since it eliminates the need to remove all of the soft top hardware and frame when you want to install the hard top. If you're looking for a good value then I recommend using the Rampage Trail Top All-Season 2-in-1...
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  • Parts Needed on a 2003 Jeep TJ to Tow a Trailer with Brakes
  • For your 2003 Jeep TJ you can use the wiring harness # 118409. This will provide you with a 4-way trailer connector. Then to add a 7-way use # ETBC7. The # ETBC7 will also include everything you need to wire your Jeep for a brake controller. For a brake controller I suggest the Prodigy P2 # 90885. This is one of our best selling brake controllers ever because of how easy it is to use and how reliable it is. There isn't a custom wiring harness for your Jeep so it will need to be hardwired...
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  • Do the Bestop 2-Piece Soft Doors for Jeeps Come in Black?
  • Yes! We do have the Bestop 2-Piece Soft Doors in black denim. That is the # B5178915. This model is confirmed to fit your 2002 Jeep TJ.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 1998 Jeep TJ Behind Motorhome
  • To flat tow your 1998 Jeep TJ behind your motorhome you will need a number of items, and all are outlined in the linked article on flat towing. These include a tow bar, safety cables, a wiring/lighting kit, and base plates and a braking system for the towed Jeep. Price for each item is shown on its individual page. For base plates you can use the linked page; this will allow you to select the type of front bumper you have on the Jeep as this affects the fit of base plates. For a u-channel...
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  • What Do I Need To Setup My 2004 Jeep TJ With A Bestop HIghRock Front Bumper For Flat Towing
  • Yes, this is something that can be done. You will need some extra parts to make this work. If you want to flat tow your 2004 Jeep TJ with the Bestop HighRock 4x4 High Access Front Bumper w Winch Plate for Jeep - Matte Black, part # B4491701, you will need the Bestop D-Ring Shackle Set for 4x4 HighRock Bumpers - 9,500 lbs - Qty 2, part # B4292100, and the Blue Ox Aftermarket Off-Road Bumper Adapter - 7/8" Pin, part # BX88357. You will need to attach the D-Ring shackles to your bumper and...
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  • Recommended Tow Bar For A 2003 Jeep TJ
  • The Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount # BX7380 will work with your 2003 Jeep TJ if you have The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1120 already installed on your 2003 Jeep TJ. The tow bar has a heavy-duty steel construction and is powder coated to help resist corrosion. It has a weight capacity up to 6,500 pounds . I attached a review video link below.
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  • Which Spindles Will Work with the Trailer Hub Assembly for 2,000 lbs Axles
  • You can use any of three spindles with the Trailer Hub Assembly - 2,000 lbs Axles - 5 on 4-1/2, item # 34822545BX. I have listed these spindles below. # TRU94FR - BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-1/4" Diameter # TRU59FR - BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-3/8" Diameter # TRU97FR - Square BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-1/2" Wide The main difference in these spindles is the mounting dimensions on the inboard end of the spindles. the bearing seal and threaded...
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  • Is a Windshield Channel Required to Install a Bikini Top on a 2004 Jeep TJ
  • You will need a windshield channel to install the pavement Ends top, # PE4152135. We do have the exact part you will need for your Jeep for this installation. It is # B51238. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the windshield channel for you,
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  • Recommended Roof Rack for a 2004 Jeep Wrangler LJ
  • If you have a hard top with a naked roof you can use the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars # TH711520 with the Rapid Gutter Feet for Thule Crossbars # TH93ZR. If you have the hard top removed you can use the same bars mentioned above but with the Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars # TH710401. These bars measure 53" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1" tall, has t-slot dimensions of 3/4" wide x 1/8" tall, and has a 220 lb weight capacity.
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