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Get your tow bar out of a bind with this tension release tool. Instead of pounding at the Autowlok button with your hand, hook this tool around the tow bar arm and press down on the button smoothly. Makes for a quick and easy disconnect.
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Ryan: Hey everybody, Ryan here at etrailer.com. Today we're going to be checking out the Roadmaster Quick Release Tool for motorhome mounted tow bars.Now many tow bars are going to have a button like this, that you would push down if your bars happen to get into a bind. Well many times that is a lot easier said than done. The last thing you want to do when you get to your campsite is struggle to release your arms and get them out of the bind after you've been driving all night. And that's where our tool would come into play. It's very simple, yet very effective.What we do is take this portion here, and wrap it around the body of our tow bar, and then we use our lever to push down and pinch that button, completely compressing it.
Now typically when would be in a bind, and you use the tool to push it down completely you'd hear a thud, and you can feel the arms release.That tool's going to be made from steel, and you're not going to have to worry about it bending or breaking. That's going to give us more than enough leverage to push that button down to release those stuck arms, and it's going to work with most tow bars. Now since it isn't huge, it's going to be easy to store and keep out of the way too.That will do it for our look at of the Roadmaster Quick Release Tool for motorhome mounted tow bars.
Very fast. Package was exactly what it was supposed to be. Pictures were helpful. Came in the mail three days after it was ordered.
I have used one of these for many years. It is very helpful to use when it is necessary to release the tension on the tow bay assembly when it is necessary to stop the towed car on a decline or a rise in level. The use of this tool avoids the necessity of of using a hammer or other item to force the release button down.
Excellent service, prompt delivery, product easy to find (with help from rep)
Definately will use etrailer in the future
A must have item with the Roadmaster tow bar.
The thing worked! They do warn you it might not work if the tow bar is really locked tight and they are correct, but it really can help.
Etrailer aided in the successful completion of towing my Jeep behind my RV. Thanks Erailer for you assistance.
I have to use it first, and the occasion hasn’t arrived yet. When it does then I can comment. Actually I hope never have to use it, the tool is used if your flat tow hitch is in a bind.
I have not had a chance to use it yet, but hope it works as well as designed. then I won't have to buy a non-binding tow-bar.
Appears to be exactly as described. Hopefully I won't need it often, but glad to have it just in case!
Very heavy duty, will last a long time.
I have the Falcon ll tow bar and without this tension release tool, I do not think I could remove the toe bar from my motorhome.
The release tool works perfectly, just as described. eTralier is the best company I have ever experienced. All my orders have shipped and been delivered much faster than I expected. They even beat Amazon.
I had to return a base plate and wiring kit because I sold the car. There was no hassle and the refund showed up on my credit card within a few days.
Great work etrailer!
Jerry W. 
1/2/2018
The Roadmaster Falcon 2 tow bar along with the light kit has worked flawlessly for the past year. It is easy to connect and disconnect the car from the motorhome.
Fits perfectly on the older style RoadMaster BlackHawk tow bar that just has a button the extends up when the arms are locked out. It is easier to release button on tow bar arm when there is a little pressure on the arm.
Johnny
4/10/2014
The Roadmaster release tool works great and I consider it a must have tool. I wish I had one when I first bought my BlackHawk tow bar.
Seems like it will help. A bit pricey for what it is though
Every now and then when disconnecting the toad from the rv, it's not exactly on level ground or exactly straight, which makes pushing the button on the tow bar almost impossible to release. This tool provides leverage needed to release the button.
Stephen T.
12/23/2021
Works fine when needed
Bought this since it was recommended by Roadmaster as a safe way to depress the bar locks. It is simple to use and prevents damage to bar locking mechanism.
John B.
11/19/2020
I use it infrequently, but when it is needed it works well and prevents damage to the arm locking mechanism.
Thanks to George J. @ etrailer.com for providing the most fantastic customer service.
This Release Tool is invaluable for motorhome owners w/tow bars made by RoadMaster.
Too bad RoadMaster no longer includes the tool w/towbar installation package.
Thanks again George J. for following up & following thru on this back-ordered item.
Etrailer mounted a baseplate on our CRV and the brake set up. The experience was wonderful. The tech, Rob, gave us a very good demonstration and let us hook it up also. I need a steering dampener and some sway bars, looking at a trip to St Louis. Thanks again
Bob Martin
I recently put a RoadMaster Tow Hitch on my 2012 Toyota Corolla. When I went to take it off I was extremely frustrated in that I could not get the pins to release and had the feeling that I had just spent a whole lot of money for a whole lot of aggravation. After a web search I found this tool and etrailer. I used it this past weekend and it is a lifesaver when your tow vehicle is not on a perfectly flat spot. If you have a hitch like the one I purchased do yourself a favor and get this simple tool. You will not be sorry and it is well worth the price. etrailer is a GREAT business to work with.
In additio, I received this in three days and payed the standard shipping fee.
Product was exactly what we needed and was even delivered earlier than they promised.
Do not use the Roadmaster hitch without this tool or you may not be able to unhook your towed vehicle. Roadmaster products might seem expensive but they work well and are less expensive than using the more expensive Blue Ox products a,nd in my opinion, work just as well. Save your money for fuel.
I just accidentally happened across this item while searching for tow bar accessories. It is hidden on most websites! After becoming aware of this (after 20 plus years of Roadmaster tow bars) I purchased it. What a concept. I don't know why I never thought of this myself! It is very helpful in releasing the pressure off the tow bar so that it can be unhooked. Especially when you are in a hurry.
P.S. I reserched prices and "etrailer" (as usual) had the best deal.
We bought a used RV.
It had a an old Roadmaster 5250 tow bar. It needed the complete rebuild kit which was not in stock. The reps(I talked with several as I didn't know what to ask the first one) were all helpful and courteous. They found two separate kits which make up the complete kit so I got what I needed. They actually had Roadmaster drop ship one of the kits to me directly.
I also needed the Quick Disconnect bar kit for the 5250. They helped with that also. They also had the 5250 release tool.
They even had the cover for the old Falcon so when I recondition and paint the old bar it will look and stay as new.
Great folks to deal with.
They are close enough in price to the big "A" so the extra couple of bucks is worth it for the expert advice.
Thanks!
Excellent product, worked exactly as advertised, and fast shipping.
David W.
4/23/2018
Perfect! Easy to hitch and works flawlessly!
Fortunately you don't need to use this if you're careful about being on level ground, but sometimes you cannot, and this is a lifesaver. I've used the hammer before but this is much more effective and gives good leverage. Should be included with the tow bar.
ETrailer is the best!
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Randy
5/6/2024
It works as designed. I no longer have to get my tow vehicle level to release the tension on the tow bar. The tool releases the button very easy now. I do not need to buy the up graded tow bar with the quick release levers. This tool is well worth the price.