Flat Towing Recommendations For A 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Question:
What do I need to tow this? I like the invisbrake system. Roadmaster tow bar and brake lite stuff. Help plz!??
asked by: Bruce J
Expert Reply:
Before flat towing any vehicle you'll want to check your owner's manual to ensure you vehicle is capable of being flat towed. If so there usually is a few steps to take to ensure your transmission isn't damaged in the process. Below you'll find the recommended fitting items for your 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000lbs Item # RM-522. Roadmaster is a great brand for for flat towing.
Tow Bar Wiring: Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit Item # RM-154. This is a one time set up that uses your vehicle's tail lights instead of hooking magnetic lights to the back of your car each time you want to tow.
Base Plates: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # RM-521453-5. These base plates will work with a factory plastic or steel bumper. If you have a different kind of bumper I will need to know so I can get you the correct fitting base plates.
Safety Cables: RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000lbs Item # RM-643.
Braking System: Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System Item # RM-8700. This braking system will provide a 2amp trickle charge to replenish the energy it uses to run. If you want to ensure your battery stays charged you can install the BrakeBuddy Towed Vehicle Battery Charge Kit Item # BB54FR.
Products Referenced in This Question
BrakeBuddy Towed Vehicle Battery Charge Line Kit
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Brake Buddy
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - 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
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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