Recommended Flat Towing Set Up For A 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited With An Off-Road Bumper

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I am wanting to get my 2021 Wrangler Unlimited set up to flat tow behind an RV we just got. I am completely new to this and could use some advice as to what all I need to do it properly. I was talking to a guy at my last campsite we stayed at and he had been using the Blue Ox Patriot braking system and I like that it is easy to set up and move between vehicles if needed, so I know I want to go with that. What else do I need to get my Jeep ready to go? I do have an off road bumper with 1 inch thick D-Rings on it and assume it will be fairly easy to attach to those if there is an option to do so. Thanks in advance.

asked by: Mike M

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We definitely have what you need to get your 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited all set up to be flat towed. Knowing you have an off-road bumper with the 1" D-Rings actually does help quite a bit and allows you to use the Roadmaster Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts # RM-035-1 instead of a traditional base plate, so that's a huge plus. These will replace the attachments at the ends of the arms on the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522 and get you connected in no time flat. The only other thing you will need to complete this part will be the # RM-643 safety cables.

Once this is complete, you will need to get some wiring. To start, I recommend going with the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This includes all the wiring, diodes, brackets, and cable needed to complete everything. To use the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, which is the portable kit I recommend due to its reliability and ease of use, you will need one more part though. This will be the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332 that will need to be wired directly to the battery. This will bypass the computers in the vehicle that will shut down power after a certain amount of time has passed and the vehicle isn't started. Once this is in, you are completely good to go.

A couple things to do when flat towing a vehicle for the first time. One is to check your owner's manual. It will show you exactly how to put it in the towing mode and is typically just a couple steps. One other very major thing that people don't realize is that you absolutely cannot under any circumstances reverse with the Jeep attached to the RV. This will not only damage the tow bar, but can also damage the vehicle as well. Just something to be aware of. Other than that, have fun on the road!

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Have you tried unplugging the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR for a bit and then going through the push-button setup process again? If not, I would definitely go ahead and do this as that should get everything ironed out as far as operation goes. This would…

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Answer 2

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional Item #BLU37TR uses an inertia sensor inside the main unit. If you apply the brakes gently in the RV, your 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is naturally going to lean more onto the front wheels.…

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Answer 3

When flat towing a vehicle with a tow bar like the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain #RM-576 that you referenced, you will want to make sure the steering wheel on your vehicle is unlocked. Unlocking the steering wheel/front wheels will allow the towed…

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For vehicles that don't have power to the cigarette lighter power ports when the vehicle is off we have the part #RM-9332 which runs directly to the vehicle battery and then gives you a power source for the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR.

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Without knowing the exact year, make, model of your vehicle I can not make a 100% recommendation. That being said as long as your Jeep Wrangler is 1987 or newer the following options would work. You would just want to plug your Jeep into our fit…

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I can help you solve this problem. Per the instructions, if your Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional, part #BLU37TR, has a solid red light, there is too much pressure on the brake pedal. You need to pull the brake unit back, away…

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Answer 7

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR needs power for proper function, so it does require a direct connection to your battery which isn't an issue on your 2015 Ford Flex. Some vehicle require a separate connection to…

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Answer 8

There currently isn't a compatible Blue Ox base plate for your 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sahara. There is however the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521453-5 which is a compatible fit (standard factory bumpers). These base plates have a…

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Answer 9

The USB Remote Power Cable for Blue Ox Patriot 2 and 3 Supplemental Braking Systems - Qty 1 #BLU99XR is just what you need to replace the RF Controller power cable of your Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR. This power…

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Answer 10

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 11

Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available, and…

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Answer 12

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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