Difference Between Roadmaster Direct-Connect and Crossbar-Style Base Plates for 2020 Jeep Wrangler

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What's the actual difference between the Roadmaster crossbar and direct connect base plates for my 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Which ones fits?

asked by: Lori

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Both the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plates # RM-521453-5 and the Crossbar-Style Base Plates # RM-521453-4 will fit your 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited perfectly (as long as you have the factory plastic or steel bumper). The difference between the two models focuses on how they actually attach to the tow bar.

The Direct-Connect Base Plates, which is what I recommend, can attach directly to the tow bar arms without the need for a separate crossbar component that can be a bit of a pain to use. The Crossbar-Style unit, just as the name implies, requires that crossbar for a proper attachment to the tow bar.

I have attached an installation video on this very model Jeep that you can also use for reference.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

This is a good question. So it really comes down to preference between the Roadmaster base plate kits that have the crossbar and the ones that do not. The kits like you have #RM-521453-5 without the crossbar are actually reinforced more at the…

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Answer 2

The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit part #RM-521453-4 and Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-521453-5 are both great options for a 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The only difference between the two is the arm design. The…

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Answer 3

You would want the Roadmaster Second Vehicle Kit for the BrakeMaster part #RM-98100 which comes with everything on the vehicle side setup. The correct seat bracket for your 2003 Saturn Vue with manual seats would be the part #RM-88241.

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Answer 4

I looked up the owner's manual for your 2022 Jeep Gladiator. According to the manual, if you have a 4-wheel drive Gladiator, the ignition should be in the ACC position. However, if you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while…

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Answer 5

I contacted the manufacturer with what has been going on when using your Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System #SM99251. They were able to provide some insight. First, you need to be using a 20 amp fuse. They said that the…

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Answer 6

Sounds like what you are looking for is a high low adapter like part #RM-070 which will allow you to raise or lower the hitch height by 4 inches. I also attached a link below that shows how to pick out the correct high low adapter as well.

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Answer 7

Since the Roadmaster base plate kit you have is a direct connect base plate #RM-521453-5 the correct rock guard is the part #RM-4750.

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Answer 8

I do have an installation video of base plates being install on a 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited which I have attached for you. However, we have not yet had the opportunity to install the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-521453-5 on a…

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Answer 9

The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-521453-5 is a great option for a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. It can then be used with any Roadmaster motorhome mounted tow bar and not require the use of the crossbar. I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon…

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Answer 10

For your 2018 Jeep Wrangler Willy's model the important factor is going to be what type of bumper you have. If your Wrangler is a JK with a standard factory bumper then you'll need the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521448-5. If…

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Answer 11

There should not be any issue at all regarding adding a second nut when installing the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521453-5. Regarding the torque values, from what I can see the 1/2" are torqued to 57 ft/lb and you are saying…

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Answer 12

I'm going to assume that you had meant 2020 Jeep Wrangler to a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. #RM-521453-5 is a Roadmaster Base Plate to use as an example. Yes the baseplates are the same for both years assuming that they have the same front bumper setup.…

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Difference Between Roadmaster Direct-Connect and Crossbar-Style Base Plates for 2020 Jeep Wrangler

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