Use of Base Plate Kit and Tow Bar on 2000 Land Rover Discovery II w/ Dealer Installed Brush Guard
Question:
I need a baseplate/towbar to work with the dealer installed brush guard.
asked by: Stan D
Expert Reply:
I contacted our representative at Roadmaster and he informed me that the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # 1910-1 will work with your dealer installed brush guard.
To complete your flat-towing setup, you will need a tow bar, safety cables, wiring or lighting, and a supplemental brake system.
The Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, part # RM-522, would be a good option for a tow bar as it is a non-binding tow bar. The non-binding feature makes for easier hookup and disconnecting of your vehicle.
The Roadmaster Coiled Safety Cables, part # RM-643, will keep your vehicle attached to your motor home in the event your tow bar were to disconnect from the hitch ball.
For lighting, you could use the Magnetic Towing Light Kit, part # RM-2120. If you are going to be towing often, I would recommend the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, part # RM-154 as it would just plug into your vehicle each time you tow.
Most states now require the use of a supplemental braking system when flat-towing a vehicle. I would recommend the Roadmaster Portable Braking System, part # RM-9400, which will help you slow down and help you reduce wear on your motor home brakes.
You will want to contact your Land Rover dealership for steps needed to take when flat-towing. Some vehicles must be equipped with a transmission lube pump, axle disconnect or free-wheeling hubs before being towed.
I have linked a video review of the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, part # RM-522, and an FAQ on flat-towing for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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