Recommended Tow Bar Lighting For 1984 Jeep CJ-7
Question:
I want to flat tow my 1984 Jeep CJ-7 Which wiring converter / diode thing do I need to purchase? I was looking at the Blue Ox that had all diodes in one block.
asked by: Dennis R
Expert Reply:
If you are not planning on towing your Jeep really often I recommend using magnetic lighting like the RoadMaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights part # RM-2120.
Using the magnetic lights may be a better option because you would not have to work with the older wiring on your CJ-7. I called my contact at Blue Ox and they told me that you can use the Blue Ox Tail Light Wiring Kit, part # BX8811, although we do not have any information about this kit and installation on a your Jeep.
When you flat-tow your Jeep you will need 5 items. You will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting for the Jeep, and most states now require supplemental brakes.
The base plates we offer are part # BX88230. These is a universal base plate kit that has to be mounted to a flat surface. You would want to make sure you have plenty of support if you decide on this base plate kit.
For a tow bar I recommend part # BX7322. For safety cables I recommend part # RM-643.
The supplemental brake system I recommend is the Blue Ox Patriot, part # BLU37TR.
I have attached links to some helpful articles about flat-towing you can check out.
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
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Blue Ox Adventurer Adjustable Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - 5,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Coupler Style
- Fixed
- Steel
- 5000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores Separately
- Standard
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Tail Light Wiring Kit with Block Diode
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Universal Bolt-On Base Plate Brackets - 5,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Brackets
- Blue Ox
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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