Recommended Flat Tow Equipment for 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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We are needing a base plate for our new Jeep. We currently tow using a Roadmaster Nighthawk towbar. We would like one without the added crossbar. We also will need a tail light kit. We have a braking system so that is not needed. Attached is a pic of the front. Im trying to keep this as non-invasive as possible. Jeep apparently does not yet make a tow hookinch bumper option for the High Altitude yet. Thanks!

asked by: CHRIS J

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Expert Reply:

It sounds like you already have some of the parts needed to flat tow your 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I am just going to list out everything needed and you can leave off what you already have.

First you need a Base Plate kit unique to your Jeep. I recommend the Roadmaster # RM-521440-5 Direct-Connect kit with removable arms. You mentioned you wanted direct-connect, and this is the bar I would have recommended either way. The direct-connect system hooks up faster.

Next you will need a tow bar. The Roadmaster # RM-676 “Night Hawk” tow bar that you mentioned you have would work fine in this setup. If you didn't already have a tow bar I would have recommended a lesser priced bar with only 6000 pounds towing (like the Roadmaster # RM-522) rather than the 8000 pound rating of the Night Hawk.

You will also need safety cables to keep the towed vehicle connected to your coach in case of a tow bar failure. I would recommend the Roadmaster # RM-645 which are 64” long and rated for 8000 pounds. I like that the connectors are made so they can not bounce off the cable hooks. I also prefer the straight cables compared to coiled – it just looks cleaner when they are all tucked away. If you find that your clevis hooks will not fit through the ears on the back of your coach you will need to add Roadmaster # RM-910022 cable connectors rated for 6000 pounds.

Next you will need a tow bar wiring kit. I recommend the Roadmaster RM-152-98146-7 Universal wiring kit which includes everything you need to connect your RV's tail, brake, and turn signal lights to your towed car. Diodes prevent feedback and wire your car to operate as a combined system. Includes a 7-way to 6-way straight adapter cord. When you do finally get ready to plug your electrical cables in I would put a little Edelmann # 11755 dielectric grease on those connections. The dielectric grease will keep help keep moisture and corrosion out of your connections.

You said that you already had a braking system for your towed vehicle. If you didn't I would have suggested this.

Your Jeep Grand Cherokee weighs in about 5000 pounds so you will need a supplemental braking system installed in it. This will improve braking and handling, and extend the life of your coaches braking system. Additionally, most states require supplemental braking if your towed vehicle is over 3000 pounds. If your coach has traditional hydraulic brakes then I recommend the Brake Buddy # HM39524 portable system that has proportional braking and has a wireless display for your cab so you can see your braking system status or change profiles from your driver's seat.

If your coach has air brakes, then instead of the Brake Buddy system, you will need the Demco # DM26VR supplemental braking system for air brakes.

expert reply by: Les D

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