Can I Use My Old Tow Bar with Roadmaster 524465-5 Base Plate?
Question:
Can I Use My Old Tow Bar with Roadmaster 524465-5 Base Plate?
asked by: Gary K
Expert Reply:
The Roadmaster # RM39FR (524465-5 alt part number) is designed for your 2021 Escape Hybrid and will connect all Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a 2" receiver on your towing vehicle.
In addition to your base plate kit and tow bar, you will need the Roadmaster # RM-645 safety cables, a Roadmaster # RM-152-98146-7 tow wiring kit, and a supplemental braking kit like the Brake Buddy # HM39524.
You may also need a high/low adapter. See the links below to determine if you need one.
You will also need to review your Escape owner's manual to see if you can flat tow and if there are any special requirements.
Products Referenced in This Question
Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Wire to 6-Wire Straight Cord
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
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Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables - 8,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Straight Cables
- 64 Inch Long
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- 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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