Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Jeep JL and Ram 1500
Question:
I am trying to figure out a total towing package where the initial flat tow would be for a Jeep Wrangler and later possibly a ram 1500. Cant see costs. How do I narrow my search?
asked by: Steve M
Expert Reply:
When putting together a flat towing package you'll need parts from the following categories: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, supplemental braking and a high low adapter. Your base plates and tow bar will need to be compatible, and since you may want to tow two different vehicles, a portable supplemental braking system would be the best choice. I've linked some articles that specifically talk about flat towing these two vehicles, but will also provide a quick list of the parts I recommend for your 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL for you below. For your Jeep JL, which base plates are compatible with your vehicle are dependent on the style of bumper on your vehicle, so that will effect your choices to start. I recommend going with Blue Ox products for your Jeep since I've found that they're a little more in tune with the Jeep community than some other companies.
Base plates: Blue Ox # BX1139
Tow Bar: Blue Ox Avail # BX7420
Wiring: Blue Ox Wiring Kit # BX88308
Supplemental Braking: Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR - requires Stop Light Switch # RM-751490 and Battery Charge Line # RM-156-25
For the Ram 1500 (Tow bar, safety cables, supplemental braking can be used on both vehicles):
Base Plates: Blue Ox # BX2409 (for Sport or Express trim package- compatible with Avail towbar)
Tow Bar Wiring: Roadmaster Diode Kit 7 wire to 6 Wire # RM-15267
You will also need a high/low adapter for this vehicle that is likely a different size than the one on your Jeep, so you'll need to measure for that in the same manner to determine which one to use.
I've have linked our selection of high/low adapters and a helpful article on how to correctly measure to find the one you need for your Jeep. There are also some other basic articles on flat towing that you may want to have a look at as well, in addition to the articles I mentioned earlier on the vehicle specific packages for your Jeep JL and Ram 1500.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Accessory Kit for Ascent and Avail Tow Bars - Tail Light Wiring - 7-Way to 6-Way Cable
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Accessories Kit
- Ascent
- Avail
- 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 Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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