2006 Lexus GX470 Base Plate Kit for Use with Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar

Question:

Im looking at purchasing an 2007 Lexus GX470 to tow behind my Class A DP. I have an older Road Master Sterling tow bar and currently tow a 2005 Jeep Cherokee. My Road Master Sterling bar does not have the cross/spreader bar as shown here? Question - do you have a Base Plate for this truck that will work with the Road Master Sterling tow bar? I would like to visit about this set up with someone -

asked by: Randall F

Helpful Expert Reply:

For your 2007 Lexus GX470 we have the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 1185-1 as a confirmed fit that would also work great with your Roadmaster Sterling tow bar # RM-576.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.