Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Recon
Question:
I believe that the Recon is an update from Hard Rock package, but am unsure. Which tow bar would I use, the bx1126 or the bx1134? What other accessories are required for the Aventa 10k tow bars? Thank you!
asked by: Ken
Expert Reply:
Tow bars are not vehicle-specific but base plates are and for some Jeeps that have special bumpers the parts needed to flat tow the vehicle can change. All flat towing set-ups require the tow bar, base plates (or a towing-compatible bumper), safety cables, a wiring/lighting kit, a high/low hitch adapter and a braking system. You can check out the linked article for more on each of these items.
Part # BX1126 fits the standard factory bumper only, and for your 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Hard Rock Edition we offer the Blue Ox base plate kit # BX1134. These will work great with your Alpha tow bar # BX7380. Since the tow bar includes safety cables you do not have to buy them separately.
The best braking system option is the Blue Ox Patriot part # BLU37TR, which offers simple installation without permanent mods to your Jeep, is fully portable and which provides wireless operation. Use outlet kit # RM-9332 to deliver 12V power to it. This and other braking system options are shown on the linked page.
For a wiring kit you have several options (shown on the linked page) that include simple magnetic lights # TL21RK, diode kits # RM-154 and custom-fit plug-in harness kit # HM56200.
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
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
- Custom
- Tail Light Mount
- Hopkins
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Way Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Optronics
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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