Recommended Toad Towing System for 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL
Question:
Hi I’m looking to tow my 2018jl wrangler behind my 3017 vista 29ve. I already have the blue ox base plate for JL Wrangler. Can you list the rest of the parts needed. Thinking roadmaster invisibrakes and blue ox aloha tow bar. Can you make sure it’s compatible with vehicles and What other wiring do i need. Thank you.
asked by: Deanna
Expert Reply:
Since you already have the Blue Ox baseplates # BX1139, I recommend using the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380 which comes with the safety cables you need as well as the hitch pin. If you desire more security I also would add the Blue Ox Base-Plate and Receiver Lock Kit - Qty 4 # BX88177 which will give you the hitch pins for your motorhome hitch as well as a high-low adapter and then the pins for your base plate connections.
Then for your tow bar wiring I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will give you the connection to your motorhome and also the connector for your Jeep. It will use diodes to utilize the factory wiring for a clean look while still protecting your vehicle electronics. You will also need the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751490 and I recommend adding the charge line kit # RM-156-25 to maintain your Jeep battery while towing.
For your supplemental braking system, the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 is a great choice. It is an easy to use system that becomes plug and play after the initial installation.
You will also need the high-low adapter I mentioned and I've linked an article as well as the page with all your options for the best fit between your Winnebago Vista motorhome and your Jeep. You may also want to consider some nice extras like the tow bar cover # BX8875 and Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screening # RM-4750 to prevent damage from road debris.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Blue Ox Base Plate, Tow Bar Receiver, and High-Low Adapter Lock Kit - Keyed Alike - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Blue Ox
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Tow Bar Cover for Blue Ox Alpha, Aladdin, Aventa LX, and Aventa II
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Covers and Storage
- Tow Bar Cover
- Aladdin
- Aventa LX
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screen for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Vehicle Guards
- Protective Screening
- Tow Defender
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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