Should RV Flat Towing Breakaway Switch Mount to Base Plate

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Is it ok to drill holes in the Blue Ox base plate to mount the breakaway switch?

asked by: Stewart H

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Expert Reply:

We can't recommend you drill into the base plate to mount the breakaway switch as that would void the warranty of the base plate kit. Instead I would recommend mounting the switch to the bumper of the vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The correct covers for 1-1/2" openings are the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate 1-1/2" Receiver Covers - Qty 2 Item #RM-210.

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Answer 2

I was able to go out to our warehouse to measure the 3 trailer hitches available that are confirmed to fit your 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Unlimited. On each of them, I measured from the front mounting plate where it will attach to the back of your…

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Answer 3

The only difference between the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kits like part #RM-523179-5 and the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kits like part #RM-523179-4 are the removable arms. The Direct-Connect style means you can attach a tow bar…

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Answer 4

That is correct. If your 2021 Wrangler Unlimited has the connector located under the dash to the left of the steering column near the top of the e-brake pedal as shown in the provided photo, you'd use the #3073-P harness to connect the #90195…

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We have a very good solution for your problem! With the factory tow package you can use Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Jeep part #3073-P this custom adapter allows you to plug in directly to the existing port under…

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The Replacement Breakaway System for Brake Buddy Classic and Select Supplemental Braking Systems part #HM39340 replaces the brake away switch for the brake buddy Classic II, Select II, Classic 3 (#HM39494), and Select 3 (#HM39524). We have not yet…

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Answer 7

The ground wire on a trailer's wiring harness (usually a white wire) should be firmly attached to clean bare metal on the trailer frame. The white ground wire on the vehicle's wiring harness should similarly be attached to clean bare metal on…

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We have exactly what you will need to resolve the brake and signal light issues you are experiencing when towing your 2012 Honda CR-V. You will just need to install the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit #RM-88400. This is needed on your vehicle to keep…

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If you're looking for a kit to light the side marker lights while flat towing then no, there is not currently any kits made for this purpose. The only way to get lights up front would be to use a tow bar like the Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain,…

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Answer 10

Since you've already verified you're getting power at the rear of your motorhome we know it's somewhere after that. The first thing that comes to mind is check the ground wire on the harness. Make sure the connection point is a smooth,…

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Answer 11

To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight of the set up. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer, when loaded and ready to tow, and adding to that the weight of anything loaded behind…

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Answer 12

It sounds like you are asking about connecting the breakaway switch of the Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System #HM39494. I cut out some pages from the instruction manual for you to check out, but what you'll do is actually…

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