How To Order Replacement Arms For The Roadmaster Base Plate # RM-521452-5

Question:

I purchased a used 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4x4 with Active Drive II for the express reason to flat tow behind our motor home. I purchased the vehicle on line out of state through a reputable company. I noticed when I received the vehicle I am new to flat towing that it already had a Roadmaster baseplate, RM-521452-5 installed. However it did not come with the removable direct connect arms, so those are missing. Is there a way to just purchase the removable arms with any associated locking pins or bolts that are needed? If so, what is the product number I would need?

asked by: Brian S

Expert Reply:

To purchase just the arms for your # RM-521452-5 you will need to fill out the attached "Installation Details" form from # RM-ARMS and send it in to Roadmaster to purchase the exact arms for this base plate.

To flat tow your 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4x4 with Active Drive II you'll also need a tow bar that's compatible with your direct-connect arms (once you get them), a tow bar wiring kit, braking system, and safety cables. If you haven't gotten these items yet then I have the following recommendations for you:

Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-522. This tow bar will connect to your base plate arms with no adapters needed. It features non-binding latches and a large hookup radius to make connecting/disconnecting on any terrain a breeze.

Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This diode kit allows you to use your Jeep Cherokee's tail lights and wiring system while preventing feedback from your RV. It comes with everything needed for installation included.

Braking System: Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # HM39524. This braking system offers intense, emergency braking or steady, smooth braking in a single portable system. Easily switch between proportional or full braking with the remote from the cab of your motorhome. The included charge line kit will keep your vehicle's battery charged as you tow so you won't have to worry about arriving at your destination and then having to deal with a dead battery.

Safety Cables: RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000lbs # RM-643. The coiled design of these cables helps prevent them from dragging on the ground and being damaged.

You may also require a high/low adapter to keep your tow bar level while hauling your Jeep. This requires some measuring on your part so I've attached our help guide article to walk you through the steps of determining the correct rise/drop needed.