Recommended Flat Towing Setup for a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited

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What Flat Towing Base Plates and parts are good quality for the price for my 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee

asked by: Charity

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For your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited I recommend starting with the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519291. Then you can use the Demco Commander Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # DM9511012 which has the included safety chains as well as the integrated adjustable head for proper fit.

For your tow bar wiring I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 as well as the charge line kit # RM-156-25. This kit will allow you to utilize the factory wiring in your Jeep while protecting the electronics. It also gives you a very clean look when towing.

Then for your supplemental braking system I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This system only requires adjustment at installation and then becomes a simple plug and play system that requires only a flip of a switch. You will also need the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751449 to alert your RV system that your vehicle brakes are being applied so it works together correctly.

Finally, you may be interested in the Demco Tow Bar Storage Cover - Vinyl # DM9523042 to protect your tow bar when not in use.

I've attached a few videos of reviews and installations of these products as well as a couple articles to further assist.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

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I would be happy to confirm the parts you referenced fit your 2019 Chevy Colorado and are compatible together. I have listed them below, along with any changes, and attached installation videos. Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar…

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The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR, uses a 12V powered remote that wirelessly connects to the 12V powered braking unit. This wireless remote has an inertia-based sensor in it that can sense the braking of the towing…

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