Can a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with XHD Rugged Ridge Bumper be Flat Towed Behind an RV  

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If the Rugged Ridge bumper on your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has D-ring mounts that are 1 inch thick with either 7/8 or 1 inch diameter holes then you can use adapters # RM-035-1. If the mounts are 3/4 inches thick you can use # RM-035. In either case the bumper would have to be rated for flat towing.

If the bumper does not have D-ring mounts then there isn't a base plate option approved to work with the bumper you have.

If the adapters listed above will work then for a compatible tow bar I recommend the Falcon 2 # RM-520. For safety cables I recommend # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting I recommend diode kit # RM-15267. The diode kits are popular on Jeeps and for any vehicle that will be flat towed frequently or great distances. Once installed you won't have to worry about it again. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you.

You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level. I have linked a help article showing how to measure and a link to the high/low adapters we carry.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply 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.

The # RM-88400 relay will also be required to prevent the towed vehicle's brake signal from overriding the turn signal from the RV when applying the brakes during a turn.

Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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