Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2014 Jeep Wrangler with Rugged Ridge All Terrain Bumper

Question:

I have a 2014 Jeep Wrangler with a Rugged Ridge All Terrain Bumper with Smittybilt X2O Winch. I also have a Blue Ox Aventa 2 Towbar. Im having trouble figuring out what base plate to use. While Im at it, I also need advice on all other components I need to tow this behind a 2021 Thor Four Winds. Thank you for any help or advise you can give me.

asked by: Ross F

Expert Reply:

Your Rugged Ridge All Terrain Bumper on your 2014 Jeep Wrangler does have D-rings on the front of it so you have a few options but you'll need to measure your D-rings. Part # BX88358 is for if you have 1 inch d-rings with a 1 inch pin, part # BX88357 is for a 1 inch d-ring and a 7/8 inch diameter pin.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BRK2019, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.