Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 Jeep Wrangler

Question:

I need to buy parts to tow my 2015 Jeep Wrangler behind my motorhome. I was looking at the following parts: BX1126 base plate BX7380 tow bar BLU37TR supplemental braking RM155 already purchased Will the above parts work with my vehicle? Also, if there is a way to have my 7 way plug on the motorhome charge the battery in my jeep while being towed, that would be appreciated.

asked by: Jarrod

Expert Reply:

You are on the right track for parts needed to flat tow your 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The Blue Ox Base plate kit part # BX1126 has been confirmed as a fit for your vehicle and would work well.

The Alpha Tow Bar part # BX7380 that you referenced would also be a great option that comes with safety cables too.

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 to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.