2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Base Plate Options With Aftermarket Bumper and Winch
Question:
Does this base plate work with an aftermarket front bumper and winch?
asked by: Chris
Expert Reply:
The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # RM-521424-4 is not confirmed to fit your 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler, it is for a different generation of Wranglers with the factory bumper in place.
Most aftermarket bumpers have D-ring bumper mounts, and there are adapters to hook the tow bar directly to the bumper. However you will need to check with the manufacturer of the bumper to see if it is rated to tow with. If the Bumper you have is rated to tow and you have 3/4" d-ring mounts you can use Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars # RM-035, if they are 1" # RM-035-1 is the correct part number.
These adapters replace the quick disconnects from the tow bar arms, and attached to where the D-rings were mounted on the bumper. They are compatible with all Roadmaster motor-home-mounted tow bars, ones that slide directly into the hitch, and no ball or coupler is needed.
If you need the rest of the components to tow your Jeep, I recommend the following:
Tow Bar- Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-422
Tow bar wiring - Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-152-98146-7
Braking system - Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251 (if your Motor home has hydraulic brakes), Air Force One Supplemental Braking System # SM99243 (if it has air brakes)
Safety cables RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643.
To make sure you towing set up is level as possible, a high low adapter may be needed as well. This will go into the hitch of the coach, and provide a rise or drop to level the tow bar. Usually when a high low adapter is used, it lengthens the set up by a few inches, which is nice because your Jeep will track behind the motor home easier. However the safety cables can be just a bit short, so longer cables or extensions should be used, like Roadmaster 10" Safety Cable Extensions # RM-910648-10.
I linked all the parts mentioned, a few videos, and some help articles for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars - 3/4" Thick
- Base Plates
- Aftermarket Bumper Adapters
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars - 1" Thick
- Base Plates
- Aftermarket Bumper Adapters
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Wire to 6-Wire Straight Cord
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All-Terrain Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 10" Safety Cable Extensions w/ Quick Links - 2 Pack
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Trailer Safety Chains
- Safety Cable Parts
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Loop Extensions
- 10 Inch Long
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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