Okay Bob, so I did a bit of digging around and apparently this is a known issue that Blue Ox is aware of. The 41" distance between the mounting points is too wide and non-standard which is why your tow bars are being stretched too far.
Unfortunately there is no solution from Blue Ox which is a bit disappointing but with that said you'd be better off getting rid of those base plates and use something else instead. That much stress on your tow bar/base plates is going to only end up bad... view full answer...
Hey Donziman, so we have three different options for base plate kits that fit your 2024 Ford Maverick. We have the Roadmaster # RM97RR, the Demco # DM77YV, and the Blue Ox # BLU88XR. We don't have an etrailer base plate kit available but (spoiler alert) the etrailer brand kit is exact same as the Demco.
So my favorite brand to use is the Blue Ox so that is what I would go with. The kits are really well made but the they just happen to be the easiest to connect to the Blue Ox tow bars like... view full answer...
Hi,
The Curt Custom Base Plate Kit # C56JR is compatible with all Curt and Blue Ox tow bars so you could use the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7420 to tow your 2021 Ford F-350. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations:
Tow Bar Wiring Kit: If you have LED tail lights then you'll need the Roadmaster Smart Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Wiring Kit for Variable Voltage LED Tail Lights # RM38FR, for incandescent part # RM26FR.
Braking... view full answer...
Hello David. Based on what I can see online the Barricade Alloy Bumper has welded D-rings. Provided this bumper is tow rated, I suggest using the Roadmaster D-ring adapters # RM-035 for 3/4" thick D-Rings or # RM-035-1 for 1" and use a Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar, # RM-522. I do suggest that you contact the manufacturer of this bumper and verify that it is rated for flat towing.
If the bumper is not tow rated, the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM77VR... view full answer...
Hi Joe,
The Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16566 and R24 roller base have multiple grease points, which I've attached diagrams of below. It's recommended to use a white lithium grease # L11354 every 1000 miles to keep everything running smoothly without attracting dirt and debris that could cause a bind up. If you'd prefer to have a clean hitch head you can skip greasing the skid plate and stick a lube plate # 16721 on the king pin of your pin box. view full answer...
Welcome back! Yes, you will want to lubricate the Tab Assemblies item # BLU57XR. Make sure you're using a silicone based lubricant like the Roadmaster LubeMaster Dry Silicone Spray item # RM-747 and not a petroleum based one like WD40. view full answer...
Hey Brent, so I recommend going with Roadmaster for the majority of your setup. Both brands are great and will ultimately get the job done, but Roadmaster has become a very trusted brand in the industry and has a very good track record which is why I'd recommend them over Blue Ox.
So with that being said, for a set of tow bars I recommend checking out the Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-676.
This tow bar has a nice 8K capacity, an integrated LED strip for easy... view full answer...
My favorite brand for flat towing equipment is Roadmaster so I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM77GR for your 2024 Escape Hybrid. For a complete setup you will also need a tow bar, safety cables, wiring, and a supplemental braking system. I recommend the following:
-Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding # RM-522
-Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables # RM-645
-Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit... view full answer...
Hello Jim. The 2009 Ki Sorento can be flat towed as long as it is a manual transmission. Roadmaster used to make a base plate for the 2009 Sorento, part 2108-1, but this has unfortunately been discontinued. So unless you can find one used or secondhand, there is going to be no way to set up this vehicle for flat towing. Your best option would be to use a tow dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy SS # DM9713045 or a flat bed car trailer. view full answer...
Wayne, the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System # RM-8700 with the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751490 you have will transfer just fine from your 2021 Jeep Wrangler to your 2024 Jeep Wrangler.
I'm also looking at the wiring and base plates, and it appears that all that should transfer as well. view full answer...
The Curt Adjustable Tow Bar # C19745 will connect to a 2" ball on the back of your 2006 GMC Sierra 1500. The tow bar includes universal mounts which you will be able to use for mounting to the front of your 1969 Chevrolet El Camino. I was unable to locate any custom base plates specific to your El Camino which is most likely due to its age. The universal mounts included with the tow bar will allow you to have a custom mount fixed to the front bumper. view full answer...
Hey Rob, thanks for reaching out!
The front bumpers that are okay to use for flat towing a Jeep will vary from year to year so we unfortunately don't have a recommendation for your 1999 Jeep Wrangler, plus you'll want to find one that has a style that you like.
Once you have one with 1" D-Rings you'll be able to use the Roadmaster Adapters # RM-035-1 for flat towing. view full answer...
I do see the winch and mount you found is for attaching to the Ford Modular bumper on your 2022 Bronco. For this I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM92ZR. Roadmaster has one of the best reputations for quality and testing among all the brands we carry. Here is a list of the other components that will be required for flat towing your Bronco.
Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar # RM-676
Roadmaster Accessory Kit for Nighthawk Tow Bars # RM-9284-2
Brake Buddy... view full answer...
I recommend using the Demco Air Force One # DM26VR for pulling your 2019 Ford F-150 behind your 2004 Monaco Camelot 40PST. This unit has the wireless brake monitor so you can always see when the brakes on your truck are activated. I always recommend having a Charge Line # RM-156-25 to keep the battery on your truck topped off and prevent the braking system from draining the battery to where you would have to stop and let the truck run to charge the battery. view full answer...
Hey David,
If your 1994 Jeep Wrangler has the factory bumper then I recommend the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518112 along with the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR to complete your physical connection between the motorhome and Wrangler. If you have a different baseplate then I'll need to know what it is in order to pick out the correct tow bar.
If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations:
Tow Bar Wiring: Roadmaster... view full answer...
Hey Michael,
The Falcon 5250 has direct-connect attachment points that hook onto a crossbar, if you remove the crossbar adapter then you'll be able to go with a direct-connect baseplate like the # RM77ZR (models with tow hooks) or # RM76RR (models without tow hooks).
If you haven't picked out the rest of your setup then I have the following recommendations:
Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This diode kit will splice into your factory... view full answer...
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