Recommended Components For Flat-Towing A 1997 Jeep Wrangler Behind A Motorhome
Question:
I want to flat tow a 1997 Jeep Wrangler with a manual transmission behind my motor home. I am looking at the Blue Ox Alpha tow bar. What additional equipment/parts would I need to purchase besides the tow bar? Do you offer all parts in a package? What about a break-away system?
asked by: William K
Helpful Expert Reply:
When you decide to flat-tow a vehicle there are 5 things needed. You will need base plates for the towed vehicle, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting for the towed vehicle, and now most states require a supplemental brake system.
If you have a double tube bumper on your Wrangler the base plates I recommend are part # DM9517046. If you have a U-channel bumper, the base plates you will need are part # DM9518045.
The Demco Commander tow bar, part # DM9511012, would work well with the base plates. The safety cables are also included with the Alpha tow bar.
For lighting I recommend the Roadmaster Tow Bar Wiring, part # RM-155. This uses the Wrangler brake, running, and signal lights without tapping or splicing into the wiring.
The supplemental brake system I recommend is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR along with the # RM-88400. This is a radio frequency controlled proportional brake system that depresses the brake pedal with the same intensity as the pedal in your RV. The breakaway system is included with this brake system.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Bulb and Socket Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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