2005 Cadillac Escalade Base Plate for Tow Bar

Name: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Brand: Roadmaster
SKU: 199-6
Price: 485 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.80533333333333 (375 reviews)

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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms for 2005 Cadillac Escalade

375 reviews

Code: 199-6

Retail:$550.00

Our Price: $485.00

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Base Plates Specs:

Removable Drawbars
Hitch Pin Attachment

Base Plate Features:

Designed for full size pickups and SUVs. Heavy duty frames of those vehicles eliminate the need for a crossbar, making installation of the tow bar easier. Removable drawbars make the baseplates virtually invisible when you're not towing the vehicle. MX base plates only work with tow bars that slide into a 2" trailer hitch.

Installation Notes:

Requires temporary removal of bumper, fascia, and/or grille during installation

Tow hooks, if present, will be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation.

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms for 2005 Cadillac Escalade

972 reviews

Code: 199-5

Retail:$550.00

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Base Plates Specs:

Removable Drawbars
Hitch Pin Attachment

Base Plate Features:

Removable drawbars, held in place with a pin and clip, make the baseplates virtually invisible when not towing the car.

Installation Notes:

Requires temporary removal of bumper, fascia, and/or grille during installation

Tow hooks, if present, will be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation.

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms for 2005 Cadillac Escalade

2999 reviews

Code: BX1682

Retail:$592.90

Our Price: $561.16

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Base Plates Specs:

Removable Drawbars
Twist Lock Attachment

Base Plate Features:

Installation Notes:

Installation requires some minor drilling

Be sure to confirm the weight of your individual vehicle before towing. Some models, depending on options and lead, may exceed the weight rating of specific tow bars. Always ensure both your tow bar and hitch are adequately rated for the vehicle’s overall weight

Check towability with manufacturer.

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