Parts Needed to Flat-Tow a 2008 Jeep Wrangler with Manual Transmission

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I have a Winnebago gas class A need to flat tow a 2008 Jeep Wrangler with manual transmission looking at the non binding roadmaster do I need an additional base plate for the Jeep or does the one that comes with the roadmaster work and what braking system would you recommend thanks

asked by: Andy

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In order to flat-tow your 2008 Jeep Wrangler with a manual transmission you will need a tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, supplemental braking system, wiring harness, and possible high-low adapter. None of our tow bars come with base plate kits so you will need to purchase both in order to attach your vehicle to the motorhome unless your Jeep has d-rings which can be used for towing in which case you would need an adapter.

For a non-binding tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain part # RM-522 which would then attach to the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit part # 1429-1 and is the base plate kit I recommend for you. This kit has removable arms which makes for a clean look while not in tow. For the safety cables I recommend RoadMaster Safety Cables part # RM-643 because of their coiled design.

The best supplemental braking system for you is really going to depend on if you want something that is permanently installed like the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System part # RM-8700 or if you want something that can be easily removed and transferred to different vehicles like the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Supplemental Braking System part # RM-9400. If you use the InvisiBrake then you will also need the RoadMaster Stop Light Switch Kit part # RM-751452 but if you use the Even Brake then you will need the RoadMaster Stop Light Switch Kit part # RM-751452, 12 Volt Outlet Kit part # RM-9332, and the RoadMaster BrakeMaster Custom Seat Adapter part # RM-88130.

For the wiring harness I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 4-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part # RM-15247. You will also need to disconnect the battery according to the owner's manual and in order to do this easily I recommend the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch part # RM-766. In order to determine if a high-low adapter is needed you will want to take a look at the attached help article then the selection attached if needed. There are also several review/install videos on the above products which I have attached for you.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

We don't offer any bumpers for your Jeep so I can't offer any specific parts in that regard, but what I can tell you is that any bumper you find for your Jeep Wrangler will need to have a couple of things. First is that it needs to be rated…

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Answer 2

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 3

Whether or not you can flat tow with a Jeep bumper is really up to the manufacturers testing; some of the big names like MetalCloak or Poison Spyder have bumpers with D-ring attachments that can be used for flat towing connections. This is great…

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Answer 4

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Hey Michael, The Falcon 5250 has direct-connect attachment points that hook onto a crossbar, if you remove the crossbar adapter then you'll be able to go with a direct-connect baseplate like the #RM77ZR (models with tow hooks) or #RM76RR (models…

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There are a few differences between the Demco Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System w/ Wireless Coachlink Monitor #DM86VR and the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System #RM-8700. The biggest difference between the two is…

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Answer 7

Hello John. The #C96JR tail light kit for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator will indeed work with a Brake Buddy brake System Such as part #HM39524. So, if you plan to use a portable brake system, that is definitely what I recommend, and you do not need to get…

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Answer 8

Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available, and…

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Answer 9

There is one key difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 2 Portable Braking System part BRK2016 and the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Portable Braking System part #BLU37TR. The difference is an extra safety measure built into the Patriot. The Patriot #BLU37TR has…

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Answer 10

You have a good eye Richard, as there is not a difference between the etrailer and Demco base plates that fit your 2024 Ford Maverick: - etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit e64FV - Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM77YV Both will fit your '24…

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Answer 11

Yes, your 2017 Chevrolet Equinox FWD can be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground. Do understand that you will need to run your Equinox for 5 minutes every time you stop for gas to properly lubricate your transmission and before towing. A better…

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Answer 12

Here are the steps to prepare your 2023 Ford Bronco Big Bend for flat towing. The transfer case and transmission will be in neutral with the ignition off. This information is in your owners manual. Switching Neutral Tow On 1.Switch your vehicle to…

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