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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Roadmaster's crossbar-style brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and simple to remove. Brackets install on your vehicle's frame to provide attachment points for your tow bar. 1-800-940-8924 to order Roadmaster base plates part number RM-523182-4 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Roadmaster products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms. Base Plates reviews from real customers.
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Roadmaster Base Plates

  • Removable Drawbars
  • Roadmaster
  • Twist Lock Attachment

Roadmaster's crossbar-style brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and simple to remove. Brackets install on your vehicle's frame to provide attachment points for your tow bar.


Features:

  • Hidden bracket design provides improved aesthetics compared with standard brackets
    • Crossbar-style brackets sit far back for a supremely clean look
  • Drawbars attach and remove quickly and easily
    • Arms click to lock in place in brackets
    • Built-in pull rings let you unlock arms so you can twist and remove them
  • Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
  • Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
  • Simple installation - no welding required
    • Custom base plates ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
  • Compatible with Roadmaster tow bars with use of quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 - sold separately)
  • Instructions and mounting hardware included
  • Made in the USA
  • Limited lifetime warranty


The drawbars, or front arms, on the crossbar-style series base plate kit are supremely easy to mount and remove. Just insert them into the brackets and twist to lock them in place. To remove, simply twist the arms back and pull them out. Once the drawbars have been removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible. On most automobiles, the brackets are mounted within the grille, where they remain not only unseen, but protected from scrapes and scuffs, as well.



523182-4 Road Master EZ-4 Base Plate Kit

Item # RM-523182-4

Installation Details RM-523182-4 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

  • 2015 - 2020 GMC Canyon 4 Wheel Drive - without Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2015 - 2020 Chevrolet Colorado 4 Wheel Drive - without Adaptive Cruise Control



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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - RM-523182-4

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (877 Customer Reviews)

Roadmaster's crossbar-style brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and simple to remove. Brackets install on your vehicle's frame to provide attachment points for your tow bar.

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Thank you. Thank you for helping me find the right parts.All parts went on well from start to finish. Shipping was all on time. Everything I get from etrailer. Is top notch.



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The base plates were easy to install (great step by step installation instructions)- it is an easy configuration for towing the vehicle. The attaching plates are well hidden from view when not in towing configuration- It is so simple to install the attaching hardware to the base plates sand fool proof -you will know you have the attaching plates properly installed every you use them-

Richard S.

5/6/2021

due to the current pandemic- we have not use the product as we intended-we have use it for several miles for towing our truck- so far it shows to hold its torque and stability-little bet of rust between base plates and engagement parts- i an happy with the hardware as it was recommended by your staff- Installation instructions were impeccable- reminded me of assembly instructions for critical hardware- i am happy with its performance so far



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Chevrolet

The units went on my Chevy truck great and they work well the only problem is I can't take off my tow bar unless I unbolt it from the base plates so I have to leave the unit on all the time. It would take 4 bolts to remove . Then I could unlock the base plates and turn them in order to remove them.

Jim L.

10/18/2018

The base plates they are working fine I dont remove them they stay on all the time it has been 2 years now the tow bar that I use is bolted on so I would have to remove them to get the s out I should do this some time so they dont rust in place but real nice right now .



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2016 GMC Canyon

Bought the base plate for my new 2016 GMC Canyon. Installed it myself, went real well.

Wayne R.

11/15/2017

Great, no issues

Mel

8/8/2022

went great



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The bolt on tow brackets bolted up purfectly, followed the instructions that came with them & watched an online video, was a little time consuming but that varies by vehicle

Bob H.

3/22/2021

Yup must have done it right,after a year of towing my chevy colorado around on Alaska roads,highways, dirt roads and potholes without any problems, it must be a good product



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2015 GMC Canyon

I haven't installed these parts yet but past experience with etrailer has been exceptional. Great customer service and help when needed. I have viewed the videos associated with installation of these parts and am confident they will install with ease.

Bud B.

1/8/2021

It would have been extremely difficult to install the base plate and associated parts without the aid of the installation video. It was a lifesaver. The procedure was detailed perfectly and the parts went into place effortlessly and fit like a glove!



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2018 Chevrolet Colorado

Great shipping also fits really nice



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2018 GMC Canyon

This was my 4th install of a RM base plate. Armed with several variants of written and video instructions we carefully started disassembling a new truck... Like the others base plates, everything fit. I have a 2018 GMC Canyon Denali 4x4 and the instructions were for a Chevy Colorado/Canyon/ZR2 and were off a bit. The GMC Denali install seems to be closer to the Chevy ZR2. In a few cases the trim fasteners and locations differed but all in all, reasonably similiar.

Some differences: I did not have to remove the air dam. The fascia was notched at the bottom.

Criticism: The width of vertical receiver plate introduced a gap between the 45 degree bumper core end brace and the truck frame. I might weld or bolt a shim to compensate.



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2017 Chevrolet Colorado

Great product with good directions to peel back the "plastic" front end parts to reach where they mount. Plus etrailer staff backup to answer any questions that may come up.



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Roadmaster

We have been RVing since 1986. When we started towing a car we have used only Roadmaster Tow Bars and baseplates.



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I've installed the baseplate yet but a layout of the items in front of my truck appeared they will fit well. However, one of the ring handles for the spring loaded pins was bent from shipping.



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Easy to install. It was designed for this vehicle, so no drilling or fabrication. Called tech support once, very helpful.



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2016 Chevrolet Colorado

Product is high quality. George J kept me informed of the progress of my order my order was easy to track. I am very pleased with my purchase at an excellent price. Thank you etrailer for your excellent service and dependability



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Chevrolet Colorado

The brackets fit was good, quality was good. The installation instructions need to be updated for the 2020 Colorado. There were some unnecessary steps.



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Excellent baseplate fit greet no problem parts was delivered on time greet service thank you George .



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2015 GMC Canyon

We purchased this item on a Friday and it went on sale on Sunday. This company is excellent to deal with. They credited my account within an hour. Thank you etrailer!



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I have ordered many products from etrailer and their customer service is 12 on a scale of 1 to 10. I ordered my products on the weekend and they were delivered on a Wed. I also later found cheaper prices on a few of the items and submitted the info for the 110% lower price guarantee and received the refund within a few hours. These folks are just plain great!



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2016 GMC Canyon

Instructions were great and works perfect .



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2016 GMC Canyon

Super fast shipping thanks. Easy to install with the step by step instructions



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2020 Chevrolet Colorado

Online ordering was easy, package arrived a day earlier than expected.
I definitely recommend buying through etrailer.



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Other than it’s really expensive for what you get your company did a fine job fulfilling our needs. All fit perfectly



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The base connections worked perfectly. I'm very pleased with this product.



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These work great. No problems. Easy to install and remove



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They work great. I have the same set up on two other cars we tow.



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The product was as advertised. I haven't had it installed. I am pleased with the items and the speed at which they arrived.


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  • Base Plate Kit Recommendation for 2017 Chevy Colorado
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  • Height of Roadmaster Cross-Bar Style Base Plate Kit on 2018 GMC Canyon
    With the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # RM-523182-4 installed on your 2018 GMC Canyon the tow bar will be mounted 17-1/2 inches off the ground. Keep in mind this measurement is assuming your Canyon is equipped with the stock 265/60R18 size tires. Based on the 20 inch height you mentioned for the hitch on your RV you will technically still be in the "Safe Zone" (within 3 inches above or below level) without an adapter but to get even closer to level you will just need the Roadmaster...
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  • Recommended Base Plates for Flat Towing a 2016 Chevy Colorado 4x4 w/Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 GMC Canyon without Adaptive Cruise Control
    For your 2015 GMC Canyon 4WD without adaptive cruise control the Roadmaster base plate kit part # RM-523182-4 would be what you need as it is a confirmed fit and works with your Falcon Tow bar part # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2017 GMC Canyon Behind an RV
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  • Correct Base Plate to Tow 2015 GMC Canyon with Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar
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  • Base Plate Kit Recommendation for Flat Towing 2016 GMC Canyon with Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar
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  • Solution for Powering Supplemental Braking on 2018 GMC Canyon Diesel with Battery Disconnected
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  • Using An Adapter For D Ring Style Bumper Mounts For Flat Towing A 2019 GMC Canyon
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