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Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: DM56MV
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$514.56
Tow Bar Base Plate
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2010 Ford Ranger

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This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. Tabless design provides a clean, unobtrusive look for your towed car even when not hooked up. Simple bolt-on installation. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Demco. Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number DM56MV can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Demco Tow Bar Base Plate - DM56MV

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates secure connection points for towing your vehicle behind an RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Tabless design leaves no protruding brackets for a clean, factory look.
  • Fast Hookup and Release: Twist-lock arms with pull pins make connecting and disconnecting simple.
  • Built to Last: Durable steel construction spreads towing force evenly and resists wear over time.
  • Protected When Unused: Snap-on receiver covers keep debris out to prevent corrosion and seizing.
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Features to know about

Made for a Clean Look When You’re Not Towing: Tabless, Hidden Design

This setup keeps your front end looking clean and factory when you’re not towing. The tabless design means there’s no crossbar or bulky brackets showing, and the tabs stay on your tow bar instead of sticking out from the bumper. Snap-in polyethylene covers keep dirt and debris out of the receivers, so the arms slide in and out easily every time you hook up.

Protective receiver covers for Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit shown installed over front mounting points to guard against dirt and debris.

Demco Tabless Base Plate receiver covers installed to protect unused towing mounts from corrosion and debris buildup.

Hook Up Fast and Lock It Down Securely: Twist-Lock, Pin-Secure Connection

Connecting the tow bar couldn’t be simpler. Each arm slides into the receiver, twists to lock, and then secures with a pull pin for extra peace of mind. When it’s time to disconnect, just pull the pin, twist, and remove the arm. The receivers are set 34" apart and 15-1/2" high, making it easy to plan your tow bar height for a level setup.

Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit shown during tow bar hookup, illustrating easy tab insertion and twist-lock connection on a vehicle front mount.

Close-up of Demco Tabless Base Plate towing hookup showing tab insertion and twist-lock design for effortless connection.

Built to Last for the Long Haul: Sturdy Steel Construction

The base plate bolts directly to the chassis with no welding required, spreading towing forces evenly across the frame to minimize suspension stress. The durable steel build is designed for thousands of miles of reliable use, so you can hit long hauls with confidence knowing your setup is solid from end to end.

Keep the Gear You Already Own: Broad Tow Bar Compatibility

Already have a tow bar? You can most likely keep it. This kit works with all Demco Victory Series tow bars right out of the box and can adapt to Demco Kwik-Tow or other manufacturers’ tow bars using separately sold adapters. An included electrical bracket makes it simple to mount a round connector plug on the front for a clean wiring setup that’s ready to go.

Demco base plate adapter for Kwik-Tow and other tow bars shown for connecting various towing systems to Demco Tabless Base Plates.

Demco adapter component enabling Kwik-Tow and other brand tow bars to connect with Demco Tabless Base Plates for flat towing setups.

DIY-Friendly Installation: Bolt-On Kit with Everything Included

No welding or special tools required—just bolt it up with the hardware and instructions that come in the box. The straightforward install makes this a great weekend project for anyone comfortable turning wrenches, and once it’s in place, you’ve got a dependable connection ready whenever it’s time to roll.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Distance between brackets: 34"
  • Bracket height: 15-1/2"

Compatibility

  • Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All-Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All-Terrain, and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500: DM9523036
  • Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain, Sterling All-Terrain, and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers 14,501 and above: DM9523062
  • Roadmaster Eagle and Eagle 8000: DM9523014
  • Roadmaster Falcon 5250: DM9523023
  • Blue Ox: No adapter needed
  • etrailer: No adapter needed
  • Demco Kwik-Tow: No adapter needed
  • Curt Rambler: No adapter needed
  • Curt Seeker: No adapter needed

Warranty

  • Limited Warranty: 1-Year

9519352 Demco RV Tabless Baseplates

Replaces Demco 9519318

Installation Details DM56MV Installation instructions

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8

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This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. Tabless design provides a clean, unobtrusive look for your towed car even when not hooked up. Simple bolt-on installation.

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Nicely packaged



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Works perfectly



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Easy to use and install. However, after just one year the paint is cracked and flaking and the product is rusting



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Easiest base plate I’ve ever put on.



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Super Service and parts fit perfectly.

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easy to install on the truck frame and the removable arms help hide the base plate.



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The reason I didn't give a 5 star is ecause I had problems with the rust on the inside were the receiver. I would think the holding round stock should be made out of stainless. I have to grease the pins before I insert them.



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Very high quality.
Very quick delivery.
Very
good customer service.
I will order from etrailer again, I'm sure

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Michael W.

1/28/2024

These have worked flawlessly for the past year. It is exactly what I needed and expected. Hey are built tough and I expect them to last me many years to come



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This is my second set of Demco tabless base plates. First for a 2019 Ford F-150 and now for a 2023 Ford F-150. I like the fact that they are easy to install and are are basically hidden. My only complaint is that Demco makes the mounting holes over size. I assume to aid in installation however it allows for the base plates to move around some after installation even when properly tightened. This caused some problems with the installation of my Roadmaster tow defender as the tow bar mounts spread apart.



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Got these because the BlueOx were out of stock. Seemed to be much easier to install on my 2021 F150. Did require drilling one hole.



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Great web site and great service. Very quick shipping.
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Great fit and heavy-duty product.



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I gave this 5 stars based on design and durability.Installation, however, is somewhere between 3 and 4 stars. Installation can be a real challenge, and even the best back yard mechanic might be a tad frustrated. The biggest problem in installation is NOT installing but getting ready to install. Removal od the tow bar hooks took more time than installing the base plates. We're talking a 2018 F-150 XLT Sport 4X4 crew cab. The pics show the finished product and the location of the safety can\bles.



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Lock tight both TUBES hard as a rock.
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Don't need lock tight at all as all threads in the nuts are lousy and no way to hand start anything. Had to run 4 or 5 bolts through each nut with an impact to free them up a bit. They should have piolet starter on each bolt and all threads should be clear enough for a hand start. This kit worked well as it does not require the bumper to be removed. BUT: LOUSEY BOLTS AND NUTS ADDED AT LEAST 30 MIN TO FIGHTING EVERY BOLT TO GET IT STARTED. 5 STARS FOR THE KIT. 1/2 STAR FOR THE BOLTS WITHOUT PIOLET AND NUTS THAT CAN NOT BE HAND STARTED.


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  • Best Flat Tow Setup For 2017 Ford F-150
    Hello Dennis, I can definitely help with that. I will start with a part list, then touch on a few things you mentioned. Here is what I recommend for flat towing your 2017 Ford F-150: - Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # DM56MV - Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 7,500 lbs # DM9511008 - Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord # RM-15267 - Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow Ford Expedition With Demco Tow Bar
    Hey Benjamin, thanks for providing your vehicle information below! I would be happy to help you put this all together. Since you already have the tow bar (I'm assuming you still have the safety cables as well) you need the base plate kit, wiring, and a supplemental brake system. I recommend the following: -Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM56MV -etrailer Tow Bar Cover # e76FV (optional) -Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-15267 -Curt RVibrake Shadow 2 # RVI94FR...
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  • Recommended Parts for Flat Towing 2022 Ford F-150
    In order to flat tow your 2022 Ford F-150 you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, supplemental braking system, along with some additional wiring parts. I recommend the following: -Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit: # RM38VR -Nighthawk All Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights: # RM-676 -Nighthawk Towing Combo Kit: # RM-9284-2 -Battery Charge Line Kit: # RM-156-25 -Brake-Lite Relay Kit: # RM-88400 -Brake System: # DM86VR (for hydraulic motorhome brakes) or # DM26VR...
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  • Does Demco Base Plate Kit for 2018 Ford Explorer Require Removing Bumper
    Hey Mark, I checked the install instructions for the Demco base plate kit part # DM56MV that you referenced and it does not require removing the front bumper to complete the install. This also will work directly with your Roadmaster Blackhawk 2 tow bar and would not require any adapters. Do you have the rest of your flat towing setup picked out already?
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  • Complete Flat Tow Set Up For 2024 Ford F150 4x4 Hybrid
    Hello Vance. Wow, that is a nice truck to pull behind your motorhome! Here are all the parts I recommend for flat towing your 2024 Ford F150 4x4 Hybrid: -Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # DM56MV -Tow Bars: Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 7,500 lbs # DM9511008 -Wiring Kit: For LED tail lights- Roadmaster Smart Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Wiring Kit for Variable Voltage LED Tail Lights # RM38FR. For Incandescent tail lights- Roadmaster...
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  • Flat Tow Set Up For 2016 Ford F150 4X4 Limited
    Hello Tracy, thanks for writing in. In order to flat tow your 2016 Ford F150 4X4 Limited I recommend starting with the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # DM56MV. An excellent tow bar for this baseplate is the Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch # DM9511008 which are rated for 7,500 lbs. However, if you plan on having heavy items in the bed of the truck like an ATV or other large items while flat towing then I suggest going up a weight rating to the Demco...
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  • Do the etrailer e86YR Baseplates Fit a 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R?
    Hey Corey! I checked with Demco, they manufacture our etrailer item # e86YR, they said that so long as your 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R has tow hooks the baseplate will fit. These are the only options available as of 1/10/2025. I have linked the installation instructions below so you can compare them to your front end.
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  • Do etrailer and Demco Base Plate Kits Have Same Dimensions
    Hey Keith, yes the etrailer and Demco brand base plate kits have the same dimensions. At this time though we don't have any adapters to go between an NSA tow bar and a Demco/etrailer base plate.
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2019 Ford Expedition
    Hey Greg. I checked with Demco and it's not a fit issue. The item # DM56MV works with all the 2019 Ford Expeditions. Does yours have a 4 low option? If it does not the owner's manual says you can't flat tow it. Here are the rest of the parts you'll need to flat tow a 2019 Ford Expedition: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect item # e94ZR Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267 Charge...
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  • Transferring Base Plates from a 2019 to a 2026 Ford F150
    Hi Clair, Thank you for your question! The Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit with Removable Arms # DM56MV is a confirmed fit for both the 2019 and 2026 Ford F-150. To confirm whether you can reuse your existing base plates, I'd want to verify that the ones currently installed on your 2019 F-150 are in fact # DM56MV. If you can reply with the part number or model number from your existing base plates—or send a photo of the label—I'd be happy to confirm that for you. If you're also getting...
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  • Comparing Roadmaster and Demco Parts to Flat Tow 2016 Ford F-150
    There is little difference between the Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plate Kit # RM-524431-5 and Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM56MV, each of which fit your 2016 Ford F-150, as both base plate kits will give your truck a clean look and come with complete instructions. The photo I added is of the Roadmaster # RM-524431-5 base plates on a '16 F-150 and there is an installation video for the EZ5 base plates on a 2016 F-150 which I linked for you, though there is not one for the Demco. The reason...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Ford F-150 with Diesel Pusher and Air Brakes
    For a complete flat towing setup on a 2018 Ford F-150, you will need a number of components, including base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring for indicator lights, and a supplemental braking system. While we carry the Blue Ox brand for many vehicles, there is not an available option for the 2018 Ford F-150. - Base Plate, etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit, # e86YR. - Tow Bar, etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar - 10,500 lbs., # e94ZR (comes with needed safety cables). - Tow Bar...
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  • Equipment Needed to Flat Tow 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor
    2021 F-150 4x4 models that have a neutral position in the transfer case are capable of being flat towed. You'll need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, a flat towing wiring harness, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter. For base plates, use the Demco tabless base plate, part # DM56MV. For a tow bar, I'd recommend the etrailer SD, part # e34ZR which is self centering and includes safety cables. For a wiring harness, the # RM-152-98146-7 diode system would...
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  • Does Flat Towing a 2018 Ford F-150 Require a Charge Line From Motorhome
    While it is not absolutely required to use the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-156-25 when flat towing your 2018 Ford F-150, if you plan on towing for extended periods of time, it is a good idea in order to keep your battery from draining. If your motor home does not have a charge line you will also need the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Motorhomes # RM-156-75. The other recommended parts to flat tow your 2018 Ford F-150 are: - Base Plate Kit: Demco...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2016 Ford F-150 w/ Blue Ox Tow Bar
    Yes, there is a base plate that fits your 2016 Ford F-150 that will work with your Blue Ox Aventa Tow Bar. It is the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit item # DM56MV. You will also need the Adapter for Blue Ox Tow Bars to Demco Classic Base Plates item # DM9523034. You are correct there are no Blue Ox base plate kits or kits that will work with your Aventa tow bar and fit your F-150 without an adapter. I highly recommend the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System item #...
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  • Does Demco Base Plate and Tow Bar Fit 2019 Ford F-150
    I checked with Demco and can confirm that the base plates that fit your 2019 Ford F-150 are the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM56MV, which is compatible with the Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511012. The base plates and tow bar are just a part of what you'll need to flat tow your F-150, as you'll also need other components. I'll list all of them out for you to make it simpler to order. - Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM56MV - Tow Bar: Demco Commander II...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor
    The first thing you need to flat tow your 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor is a base plate kit confirmed as a fit like the Demco Tabless kit part # DM56MV which is easy to install and use. Next you would need a tow bar like the Demco Excali-Bar III part # DM9511013-BX. 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...
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  • What All Is Needed To Set Up A 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor For Flat Towing?
    Your 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor is a little limited on options, but we do have a full set up for you. With that said, you will need to start with the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM56MV. This is a bolt on application that will require no welding and the removable tabs make it a very clean install. The Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511008 will then attach to the base plate and includes the safety cables. This is rated up to 7,500 pounds so it will have problems handling your truck. For...
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  • Recommended Wiring Harness and Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Ford F-150
    There are a few parts you are going to need to flat tow your 2018 Ford F-150 and for a wiring harness I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 because it's coiled cord is resistant to water and corrosion, and because it comes with a 6-way and mounting bracket. You will need to use Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay # RM-88400 as well to keep your 2018 F-150's brake signal from overriding the turn signal sent by your RV The other parts you need are base...
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  • Demco Tabless Base Plate Fit on 2021 Ford F-150
    Yes, there is indeed a Demco tabless base plate that fits your 2021 Ford F-150, and I verified this fit with Demco for you. This is a really nice choice for your truck because these are the least obtrusive installation, bolting right into where your tow hooks are. Along with these base plates, there are a number of other parts needed for you to flat tow your '21 Ford F-150, which I'll list out for you: - Base Plate Kit: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM56MV - Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding...
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  • Best Demco Base Plates for 2020 Ford F-150 to Flat Tow
    The best base Demco base plate kit that fits your 2020 Ford F-150 is the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # DM9519318 The reason this is the best is because the arms remove, which means when you aren't flat towing your F-150 you don't have to worry about the base plates being noticeable at all, so your truck maintains its aesthetics - or put simply, it'll still look great! Here is a list of all the best parts needed to flat tow your 2020 Ford F-150: - Base Plate Kit: Demco...
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  • Recommended Base Plate and Adapter for a 2016 Ford F-150 Using a Blue Ox Aventa Tow Bar
    I took a look at your order and it looks like you forgot the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit item # DM56MV. You have the correct adapter item # DM9523127 to connect to your Blue Ox Aventa tow bar but you don't have the base plate kit for your 2016 F-150. Once you get the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit item # DM56MV you will be ready to go.
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  • Swap Existing Demco Parts Parts to New Flat Tow Vehicle
    Some of the equipment you towed your MDX with can be used to now tow your F150. I will just list out all of the equipment you will need and you can check off the items that you already have. First you will need a base plate kit unique to your F150. I would recommend the Demco # DM56MV Tabless Base Plate Kit. This will be compatible with your current tow bar, or an upgraded Demco tow bar. Next you will need a tow bar. You report that you currently have a Demco Commander standard tow...
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