Outfitting a 2019 Ranger for Flat Towing
Question:
I have a Falcon 2 tow bar which is currently set up to tow my Jeep Wrangler using the D-Rings on the off road bumper. I would like to use the Direct Connect Baseplate. How do I obtain the proper adapters for the end of my tow bar to pin to the baseplate? I know I will need a diode kit and a brake relay. I already have safety cables, a six-pin cable, and a breakaway switch for my Blue-Ox braking system. Is there anything I need that I have not mentioned?
asked by: John
Expert Reply:
For a direct connect base plate, you'd want to use # RM-524459-5. In order for your # RM-520 Falcon 2 tow bar to work with the base plate, you'll need to remove the D-Ring ends from the ends of the tow bar arms and replace them with the # RM-9200-4 replacement swivel collars.
Beyond that, It sounds as if you have a good handle on the parts you'll need. You could also need a high/low adapter if the height of the receiver hitch on your motorhome has a more that 3 inch height difference +/- compared to the 16 inch base plate height once they're installed (this assumes stock ride height on stock tire size).
I've linked to an install video for the base plates, and to our selection of high/low adapters in case you need one.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
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Replacement Swivel Collars for Roadmaster Falcon 2 and Falcon 5250 Tow Bars - Qty 2
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- Tow Bar
- Swivel Collar
- Falcon 2
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
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