Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with Aftermarket Bumper  

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I've linked all the front bumpers we carry that fit your 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. I recommend getting one that can be flat towed and has D-rings because you can attach a tow bar to it. If the D-rings are 3/4 inches thick you would wan the part # RM-035 or if they are 1 inch thick you would want the part # RM-035-1 instead.

For a tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Sterling # RM-576 that comes with telescoping arms to make connecting and disconnecting to the Wrangler easy and comes with safety cables.

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 each time you tow is the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251. The install is more involved than some others but once it's installed you just need to flip a switch to get ready to go.

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.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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