Roadmaster Base Plates - 3160-1A
The XL series hidden brackets attach to your vehicle's frame to provide attachment points for your tow bar. The visible portions of the brackets can be removed when you are not towing.
Features:
- Hidden bracket design - drawbars are easily removable via 2 pins
- Improved aesthetics compared with standard brackets
- Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
- Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
- Simple installation - no welding required
- Custom base plates ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
- Compatible with Quick Disconnects and all Roadmaster tow bars
- Instructions and mounting hardware included
- Made in the USA
The square drawbars, or front arms, on the XL series base plate kit are simple to mount and remove, easily securing with hitch pins. Once the drawbars have been removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible. On most automobiles, the brackets are mounted within the grille, where they remain not only unseen, but protected from scrapes and scuffs as well.
3160-1A Road Master XL Base Plate Kit
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
2010 - 2013 Chevrolet Equinox All Models
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- Power Steering Cooler Location On A 2011 Chevy Equinox And What Is Needed For Flat Towing
- If your 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has a power steering cooler, it will be located on the front bumper core, behind the front fascia. I am including a picture to the right that will show the power steering cooler on a similar Equinox. The picture is taken after the front fascia has been removed from the vehicle. To see if you have a power steering cooler on your vehicle, you will need to look underneath the vehicle to see if there is a cooler attached to the front bumper core.
When installing the
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- Recommendation for Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
- The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, part # 3160-1A, are base plates that require the tow bar to have a crossbar for added strength.
The Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, part # 3160-3A, are designed for SUVs that have a heavy duty frame, like your 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, so the tow bar you use does not need a crossbar. Since a crossbar is not needed the installation of the tow bar is easier. The MX base plates can only be used with tow bars that slide into a 2 inch
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- Is the Roadmaster Stowmaster Tow Bar Compatible with XL Base Plate Kit on 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
- The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # 3160-1A, is compatible with all Roadmaster Tow Bars, including the Roadmaster Stowmaster Tow Bar, part # RM-501.
I believe the T-connector that you are referring to is the wiring harness for towing a trailer behind your vehicle. For wiring, you could use the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, part # RM-154. If you do not plan to tow your Equinox often, you could go with a set of magnetic lights like the Magnetic Towing Light Kit, part # C-
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- How to Power Supplemental Braking in a 2012 Chevy Equinox when the Fuses are Removed
- I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and he informed me that you would need a 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332. This will provide you with a 12 volt outlet that is run straight from the battery and should work very well for you.
I also attached an FAQ on supplemental braking when flat-towing for you to check out also.
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- Base Plates, Tow Bar, and Accessories to Flat Tow a 1991 Jeep Cherokee
- I am not sure what type of base plate system you have but if you can send me pictures I may be able to determine if anything we have will fit. What I recommend is to install a completely new system so you know that it is compatible with a tow bar and you will get all new parts and will not have to worry about the condition of the system. You will also want to consult the vehicle owners manual for the proper procedure for towing the vehicle.
For your 1991 jeep Cherokee you can use # 1418-1. Th
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- Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 Chevy Equinox with a Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar
- You should be able to use the Sterling Tow Bar # RM-585 from your previous setup with your 2012 Chevy Equinox. You will need to install the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 3160-1A that you referenced to provide the connection point from your vehicle to Sterling tow bar.
Your tow bar should have came with quick disconnects, but if you somehow lost them you will need to get # RM-201. I did not see them in the picture you submitted is why I recommended them.
If you need a lighting solution you
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- Flat Towing Procedures for a 2012 Chevy Equinox
- The best place to find information on the proper way to flat tow a vehicle is the owners manual of the vehicle. There should be a section on flat-towing that will have all of the information needed including any restrictions.
If you check out the picture I attached you will see the RV towing section of your vehicle that has all of the proper procedures you will need to take.
I attached an FAQ article on flat towing for you to check out also.
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- Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
- You can use the TrailerMate Custom Tail Light Wiring Harness, # TM780072, when flat towing your 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. After doing some research on your vehicle, I have found that some models cannot be flat towed, especially those with the continuously variable transmission (CVT). These models must be towed using a tow dolly. Before you attempt to flat tow your Equinox, I recommend checking your owners manual for any flat towing restrictions or procedures.
If you determine that your Equinox
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- Dinghy Towing a 2011 Chevy Equinox Behind a Motorhome
- The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 3160-1A, is designed to fit your 2011 Chevy Equinox so that you can flat tow it behind your motorhome.
Another option would be to use a tow dolly, # RM-2000-1. This tow dolly comes with electric brakes, safety cables, adjustable axle and ramps, and adjustable wheel nets. I have included a link to the installation details below.
If you decide to use base plates, there are a couple more items you will need before you can safely tow the Equinox. For a tow b
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