Expert Answers about Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Is There an Adapter for Using a Standard RoadMaster Tow Bar with MX Style Base Plates
- There is not an adapter available that will allow MX style brackets to be used with the RoadMaster Stow Master tow bar. You would either need to switch brackets and use part # 1429-1 or switch tow bars in favor of a RoadMaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520.
As far as the braking system goes, I would need to know what system you have in order to help you with the wiring. I have included a link below to a page with the brake systems we carry for a towed vehicle. If you can identify which...
view full answer... - Why Isn't a Specific Blue Ox Base Plate Kit Available and What Other Kit Can Be Used
- The Blue Ox BX1136 base plates are no longer available. They went inactive on our site when we ran out of our stock of them. They are supposed to be replaced by a new model, but they are not yet available.
Currently, for your 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk you can use the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98952 which is compatible with all etrailer, Demco, and Blue Ox tow bars.
Other parts needed for flat towing would be a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking...
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2002 Jeep Wrangler
- To flat tow your 2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ, I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 1420-1. The arms of this kit can be removed when you are not towing your Jeep to maintain the look of the Jeep.
For a tow bar that is compatible with these base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-520. This tow bar features a quick-disconnect system to allow you to quick and easily mount and remove the tow bar. The telescoping arms help make hook up easier and will...
view full answer... - Compatible Base Plates for 2004 Honda Pilot to Work with Roadmaster StowMaster 5000 Tow Bar
- We do offer Roadmaster base plates for your 2004 Honda Pilot.
Roadmaster offers two types of removable-arm base plates, for both Pilots with and without brush guards. If your Pilot has the brush guards you will use # 1544-3 and if it does not have them you will instead use # 1544-1. Please note that the # 1544-1 base plate is compatible with your Stowmaster 5000 but the # 1544-3 is not.
Blue Ox also offers base plates for your Pilot, but these are intended for use with Blue Ox tow bars,...
view full answer... - Best Supplemental Braking System Available for a 2006 Hummer H3
- The most popular supplemental braking system that we have to offer is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. This sits in your 2006 Hummer H3 and presses the brake pedal at the same time and with the same intensity as the brake pedal in your tow vehicle via radio frequency.
This is actually a universal system that can easily be adjusted for various vehicles.
Keep in mind that a complete flat towing setup will also include a base plate kit, tow bar, tow bar wiring, and possibly a high-low adapter....
view full answer... - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for a 2022 Ford Bronco with Standard Bumper w/ D-Rings
- We do carry the Blue Ox BX2692 base plate you are looking for.
- Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BLU23XR (BX2692)
In addition to the base plate kit, you will also need a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring and a supplemental braking system to flat tow your 2022 Ford Bronco.
Tow Bar: Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380 (includes the safety cables)
Tow Bar Wiring: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
Supplemental Braking System: Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play...
view full answer... - Base Plate Kit and Flat Tow 2018 Ford Edge Sport with Adaptive Cruise Control & Shutters
- Yes, the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit with removable arms, # BX2673 is a confirmed fit for the 2018 Ford Edge Sport equipped with adaptive cruise control and shutters, but not the 2.0L EcoBoost.
To flat tow your 2018 Ford Edge Sport in addition to the base plate kit # BX2673, you will need some wiring items. I suggest the Blue Ox Tow Bar Wiring Kit with 4 Diodes, # BX8848. This connects your RV's tail, brake and turn signal lights to Ford Edge lighting system. The diodes prevent electrical...
view full answer... - Base Plate Availability for a 1996 Ford Ranger Splash 5-Speed
- I believe I have a solution for you, but I checked with Roadmaster and they cannot confirm a base plate fit for your 1996 Ford Ranger Splash because they have only had a chance to fit the the Splash models from 93-94.
I checked with Blue Ox and they confirmed that their base plate kit part # BX2117 would work on your 96 Splash Ranger.
A popular tow bar with Ranger owners is the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380. This is a non-binding tow bar that will be much easier to use than most. This...
view full answer... - Tow Bar Adapter to Adapt Blue Ox Base Plates # BX1675 to Roadmaster Stowmaster Tow Bar # RM-501
- The Roadmaster/Blue Ox adapters you referenced, parts # RM-031 and # RM-031-5, do not fit the Stowmaster tow bars. The Blue Ox base plates # BX1675 for your 2008 GMC Acadia are designed for use with motor home mounted tow bars and not car mounted tow bars like the Stowmaster.
Further, your 2008 Acadia may weigh too much to allow use of any tow bar adapters, which are only rated for use with vehicles up to 5000-lbs.
A better and safer option is to use a directly-compatible Blue Ox tow...
view full answer... - Items Needed To Flat Tow 2022 Jeep Wrangler Willys Trim Package
- To flat tow a 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited you need 5 basic components 1) Tow-Bar. 2) Base Plates, that are vehicle specific. 3) Safety Cables. 4) Wiring Solution, something to tie the vehicles indicator lights to the vehicle being towed. 5) Supplemental Braking.
Based on the statement that you want to use a Blue Ox tow bar and a Patriot supplemental braking system, we will start there for recommended parts.
For a base plate that is confirmed to fit the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and...
view full answer... - Availability of Base Plates and Tow Bar Adapter for Flat-Towing 2000 Toyota Camry LE
- For your 2000 Toyorta Camry LE we offer the EZ Series Base Plate # 521157-1 which is confirmed to fit your 4-cylinder LE.
We do offer adapters to allow different brands of base plates and tow bars to be used together, but if you do not already own the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380 you might want to consider using a Roadmaster tow bar to avoid the need for using an adapter, part # RM-033, which is both an additional expense and an additional connection point in your flat towing system....
view full answer... - Availability of Adapters to Mate Blue Ox Baseplates with Roadmaster Tow Bar
- We do offer one set of base plates from Blue Ox that fit the non-Denali 2007 GMC Envoy, part # BX1709. While we do offer adapters to mate different brands of tow bars and base plates, the adapter required for your tow bar is rated only to 5000-lbs and your Envoy's gross weight is roughly 6400-lbs according to my research.
Your solution will be to use a new Blue Ox tow bar that is directly compatible with these base plates. The most popular Blue Ox tow bar that is compatible with this base...
view full answer... - Recommended Parts Needed to Flat Recreational Tow a 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Unlimited
- We do have the Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plate Kit # RM-521453-5 available for your 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Unlimited. This fits as long as your JL has the standard factory bumper without a winch or guard.
For a compatible tow bar I recommend going with the Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 along with the coiled Safety Cables # RM-643 which gives you a great tow bar and safety cables rated for up to 6,000 lbs.
Please note that a complete flat towing setup includes a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables,...
view full answer... - Roadmaster Tow Plates for 1996 Ford Ranger
- Roadmaster offers the XL Base Plate Kit, # 435-3, for your 1996 Ford Ranger.
In addition to the base plates, you will also need a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution and in most states, a supplemental braking system. I am including a few recommendations for you.
Roadmaster Tracker Tow Bar, # RM-020, has a 5,000 pound capacity and connects to any 2 inch ball.
Roadmaster Coiled Safety Cables, # RM-643, provide the extra security required in your tow system.
Optronics Magnetic...
view full answer... - Availability of Base Plate Adapter For Towing 2003 Mini Cooper Using A Demco Tow Bar
- No worries. You can use the Blue Ox # BX1303 tow bar, and then use a # BX88178 adapter. The adapter will allow your Demco Aluminator, Excali-bar or Kwik-Tow towbar to work with the Roadmaster base plates.
To complete your flat towing system, you'll also need safety cables like # RM-643. You will also need a lighting solution so the lights on the towed vehicle work in tandem with those of the RV. Custer offers a simple wireless solution, part # LIW-LDTL. The fact that absolutely no cutting...
view full answer... - Base Plate Kit Available for Flat Towing the 2012 Ford Focus
- If your 2012 Ford Focus does not have adaptive cruise control then we do offer a couple of base plate options. I have provided a link to the options for your reference.
I recommend the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # RM-524430-4. There are several components that are associated with a full flat towing setup up and if you do not already have them you will need the base plates like the # 524430-1, a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, and a supplemental braking system.
For a tow bar system...
view full answer... - Availability of Base Plates for 2005 Chevy Avalanche 4x4
- We do indeed offer base plates for the 2005 Chevy Avalanche 4x4. My research indicates that your Avalanche is capable of being flat towed but there are usually very specific steps that must be followed before flat towing the vehicle. You'll need to:
1) Place transmission in Park.
2) Turn the engine off, but leave key in 'on' position.
3) Set the parking brake.
4) Hitch Avalanche to tow bar and tow vehicle according to instructions
5) Shift the transfer case into Neutral. (vehicle CAN roll...
view full answer... - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for 2021 Chevrolet Silverado RST 3.0 turbo 4x4
- The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, # BX1736 is a confirmed fit for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. I see no exceptions listed for the diesel models.
If you do not already have the needed tow bar, supplemental braking and other items needed, please below for suggestions.
Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar, # BX7420
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit, # RM-15267.
Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch # RM-766.
Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System,...
view full answer... - Base Plate Needed for Demco Tow Bar & 2017 Equinox
- Since you have a Demco Tow Bar, I suggest the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit, # DM9518315 for your 2017 Equinox. This is compatible with all Demco tow bars.
The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System, # BLU37TR is a great choice and what I recommend. This unit lets you monitor your braking system while you're driving your motorhome, so you'll always be aware that the Patriot 3 is working and functioning properly.
For your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire...
view full answer... - Flat Towing Base Plate for 2015 GMC Terrain SLE
- The Blue Ox base plate you can use on your 2015 GMC Terrain SLE is part # BX1689, and the linked video shows you the installation process.
Flat towing requires a number of components in addition to the tow bar and base plates. These items include safety cables (unless they are included with your tow bar), a lighting/wiring kit, a braking system for the Terrain and a high/low hitch adapter to keep the tow bar level. These items are detailed in the linked articles.
The easiest lighting...
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