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When you’re not towing, the base plate practically disappears. The crossbar-style hidden brackets attach directly to the frame, and the square drawbars come off with two hitch pins. Once the arms are out, the brackets stay tucked within the grille, protected from scrapes and out of sight for a clean, factory look.
This kit is built from computer-cut, all-steel components that give it precise fit and exceptional strength. The black powder coat finish resists corrosion and keeps the hardware looking good after years of use. It’s a solid setup that spreads load evenly across the frame so you can trust it mile after mile.
Installing this base plate is a simple bolt-on process—no welding needed. The kit comes with clear instructions and all mounting hardware, so you can handle it confidently in your own garage. A quick-disconnect crossbar (#910021-00, sold separately) makes it easy to pair up with compatible Roadmaster tow bars and get everything aligned fast.
If you’re already running a Roadmaster setup, this kit connects right up using the quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00, sold separately). The hitch pin attachment makes hooking up straightforward and secure every time. It’s designed to integrate smoothly with your existing towing gear so you can stay focused on the trip ahead.
Ratings & Reviews
The representative (Sarah) was very helpful and knowledgeable, the prices are very reasonable and all my items arrived on time. When I called with a question, she was very polite, friendly and genuinely sounded like she enjoyed her job. When I discovered one of the items I ordered wasn’t needed, getting help to return was hassle free. I would recommend etrailer to anyone that needs anything RV or trailer related. I will definitely do business with them again. I am impressed.
We towed our 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI 3000 miles last year, this is an ideal setup, discreet when not in use, solid, and easy to get on/off. Very please with the support I received from Roadmaster as one of the bolt was missing, was sent super quickly.
Not an easy install on a Trax but it is very well made and gives a clean look. I did customize by cutting down the 6 pin bracket supports to get it flush with front of the car.
Install pretty easy. You will have to change directions of one bolt due to obstruction ( frame). Cannot torque a few of the bolts. These are the ones with wire attached.
Rock guard needed addition trimming from factory instructions.
Awesome delivery speed, and a well made base plate for my 2007 Element. Installation was a breeze (thanks to my son’s heated shop) and I had to do no cutting to make this fit. I had a Stowmaster tow bar that came with my RV and etrailer was able to steer me to the correct missing parts to make this a really affordable installation. Now to get out of this snow!
Purchased for a 1997 Subaru Impreza. Delivery was amazingly fast! I didn't have it installed until a few months later, as my travel plans had stalled. It didn't quite bolt right on, but was close, and a friend had to modify it some to make it work. I still hear a grating noise when I turn too sharp on one side, but otherwise it's fine.
The front connection plates didn't line up with the holes, so had to have those modified, as well, in order to line up and attach to the tow bar. Once the new holes were drilled, I was able to hook up and go.
It's relatively easy to connect after finding a way to do it alone.
I've towed from CO to TX and all over TX with it with no problems.
After ordering the wrong crossbar, etrailer sent the correct one for our Mini Cooper quickly. However I did have to modify most of the holes as the cross bar didn’t quite fit (but close). I had to drill the three main bolt holes to 11/16 so that the bar would go over the Mini’s 3 main bumper bolts on both sides. The two lower bolt holes (each side), needed to be drilled out 3 sizes larger to accommodate the 4 bolts that come with the kit. I had to drill out the Minis lower holes to better align with the crossbars lower holes. I would also like to note it being a pain in the knuckles to reach one of the three (each side) bolts to put the stock nuts on the bolt and then try and get them tight. (The main bolt pattern for the upper bumper is diamond shape, one up tow bolts lower. (The lower “inside” bolt on each side is the one that is hard to get to and tighten.) Sorry I didn’t get picks, I was in a rush to get the car back together. There’s an angle piece on the cross bar that blocks the hard to reach bolt, it would be helpful if that could be made more accessible to reach.
Fit and finish is great, the illustration for what you trim on the bumper isn't great but otherwise pretty easy install (I ended up measuring between the mounts on the draw bar and just trimmed accordingly)
I’ve been purchasing products from ETrailer since 2005 and all the products I’ve purchased have been a great value. The products mentioned above installed perfectly and with the direct assistance from ETrailer everything fit as suggested. I will always interact with ETrailer as needs present themselves.
Overall the installation was great, however the process of drilling 3 - 1/2" holes in that little bumper that has a Rockwell Hardness of about 60, seems to be a bit over the top.The instructions are spot on, delivery was great, the quality of product was accurate. I am a happy boy!
Replaced same part that was damaged in a crash. I had used my original one for close to ten years without issue. Fast shipping from etrailer.
The Base plate kit is well made and came with all the necessary hardware.Installation is relatively straight forward. I did have to enlarge two of the holes that didn't quite line up. But overall I'd recommend it.
Bolted right up. Installation should be done with bumper on, as you can't fit the ends through the louvers without some convincing. Works great so far. Was able to use a Stowmaster 5000 with it.
Installation was a bit trying. Ended up looking very clean and almost invisible.
Using the tow bar worked super easy and our motorhome hardly noticed the Mini Cooper back there.
Came quickly and is very high quality. Great directions/video from road master makes the installation step by step easy to follow.
Skill level is probably at the intermediate level depending on experience.
The #118-3 is a perfect fit on my 1995 Geo Tracker. When you pull off the removable arms you would never know they are there. The Quality is very good easy to put on all you have to do is drill 4 holes the tube on the base plate fits into the tube on the frame of the tracker and with the 2 bolts it is a solid fit. I was worried about the plate nut getting it inside of the frame but it went in easy when you put it over the frame tube and use a thin piece of metal to slide it in place. I’m very happy with it. I probably could of got it on without taking my bumper off but with only 4 bolts holding my bumper on it made it easier
WORKED PERFECT
Don't believe the 3 hour install time, took me close to 5 hours but once it was installed it looked great!! It would help if there was a picture from underneath of the product already mounted on the car. But for this old do it your selfer I am very satisfied with the quality and the appearance of this product!
I received great service from e trailer they did every thing too make sure I was ordering the parts that I needed I have not installed them yet but they look like they will fit
Great value, great fit, very easy and simple installation. Although I wish there were 2 choices for size of receiver. I had to buy an adapter for 2” receiver and it protrudes farther than I’d like. Great company and free shipping
I bought the 118-15 XL bracket kit to install on a new-to-me 1997 Geo Tracker. I previously owned and towed a 2005 Jeep Liberty so I had the Roadmaster Stowmaster tow bar and associated equipment. Of course the mounting brackets are model specific so the ones on the Jeep would not fit the Tracker. This installation went well and the parts fit the frame as expected. I took both front wheels off in order to access the area and loosened the lower part of the bumper. You need some fairly long drill bits to drill the 1/2" holes in the frame but I was able to do it with what I had on hand. Also, there is a manufacturing boss inside the frame that gets in the way of sliding the inner holding plate easily. If you tilt it slightly to raise the outside edge it clears the boss and lines up with the drilled hole. This bracket kit is well designed and when the actual mounts are not installed the front of the Tracker looks stock. I have not towed the Tracker yet but I expect the system to work well.
Would be 5 stars if directions included pictures. The directions also don't mention that if you have a factotow hook on your driver's side frame, that it needs to be cut off to install this.
Works for my 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. Had to drill 4 holes in frame but otherwise easy to install.
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