Height Comparison for 2021 Chevy Equinox Roadmaster Direct-Connect and Crossbar Base Plate Kits
Question:
2021 Equinox, comparing Roadmaster Direct connect to crossbar type baseplate. How much does crossbar type baseplate increase the height of the towbar attach point? Interested in having towbar as high off the ground as possible.
asked by: Randall R
Expert Reply:
The crossbar height is actually the same for the Direct-Connect # RM-523193-5 and Crossbar-Style # RM-523193-4 base plate kits that fit your 2021 Chevy Equinox. Roadmaster lists both at 18-1/2" along with a note saying this might vary depending on the sub-model and tire size (which is normally the case anyways).
The Crossbar-Style looks like it's taller but that's just because of the design. The tow bar actually sits a little lower with that setup which is why they have the same height.
I personally recommend using the Direct-Connect Kit # RM-523193-5 with the Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-676. This not only gives you an easier setup when it comes time to tow, but this system also has the LED lights on the arms of the tow bar so it's very clear to other drivers that your Equinox is being flat towed behind your motorhome at night.
For a complete flat towing kit I recommend the following:
- Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523193-5
- Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights # RM-676
- Tow Bar Wiring # RO94FR for L, LS, and LT models OR # RO44FR for Premier models
- Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25
- Brake Kit # DM86VR for hydraulic motorhome OR # DM26VR for air motorhome braking
- High-Low Adapter (see attahced article)
(click to enlarge)
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Wireless Monitoring - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
more information >
Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Wireless Monitor - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
more information >
Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster Universal Wiring Kit with Smart Diodes for Variable Voltage LED Tail Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Roadmaster
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System
- Shop: Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Shop: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Video: Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System Review
- Shop: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Search Results: demco stay in play
- Q&A: Comparing Roadmaster Base Plates for 2019 Chevy Equinox
- Shop: Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Shop: Paneloc Slam Latch with Cover - 2" Long x 1-5/8" Wide - Zinc Plated
- Video: Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit Installation - 2020 Chevrolet Equinox
- Video: Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit Installation - 2018 Chevrolet Equinox
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: base plates
- Shop: Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screen for Tow Bars with Quick Disconnects
- Shop: Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Backup Camera System w/ Night Vision - Rear Mount - 5" Screen
- Shop: RV Camera
- Q&A: 2021 Chevrolet Equinox Differences in Crossbar Vs. Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit
- Q&A: Best Way to Protect The Front Of a 2024 Chevrolet Trax When Flat Towing
- Q&A: What Towbar and Baseplate Kit are Needed for Towing the 2011 Chevy Equinox
- Video: Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit Installation - 2023 Chevrolet Equinox
- Shop: Mud Flaps
- Search Results: ultra guard
- Search Results: tow defender
- Q&A: Does Roadmaster Rock Guard Work when Used with Motorhome
- Q&A: Does the Roadmaster Guardian Rock Guard # RM-4000 Blocking Air Flow Cause Problems
- Q&A: Strongest Rock Guard for Roadmaster Tow Bar
- Video: Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screening Review RM-4700
- Video: Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screen Road Test
- Search Results: protect~a~tow
on Base Plates
