Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Jeep Wrangler

Question:

Im looking to completely outfit my 2016 Thor Ace 29.3 and a 2000 Jeep Wrangler to tow. Im reading about these brake systems and am wondering how this works with the toad off. Basically manual brakes since the motor isnt running to make the brakes powered. What do I need to buy to completely outfit both vehicles to tow?

asked by: Steve M

Expert Reply:

Supplemental braking systems for flat towing a vehicle, like the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251, activate the brakes of a vehicle that has power brakes even with the vehicle off. When there is no vacuum in the system a vehicle with power brakes can still have the brakes applied. You just have to push much harder. The Patriot basically just pushes much harder since the brakes aren't being assisted by vacuum.

You will also need a base plate kit. For that you would need the # 1420-1 as long as you have a U-channel bumper like you referenced.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

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.

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.