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If you like a tidy, factory look when you’re not towing, this setup is built for that. The crossbar-style hidden brackets attach to the frame and let you remove the square drawbars with just two hitch pins. Once the arms are off, the remaining brackets are tucked within the grille and are nearly invisible. It keeps the front end protected from scrapes while maintaining a clean appearance when you’re not hooked up.
Strength and reliability matter when you’re pulling for thousands of miles, and this base plate is made to deliver both. The computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength without needing any welding. A durable black powder coat resists corrosion and road wear, giving you a solid foundation trip after trip.
Getting ready to tow doesn’t have to slow you down. Each arm slides into the bracket and secures quickly with a hitch pin attachment—no tools or complicated steps. The removable drawbar setup means you can go from towing mode to a clean front end in minutes, making it easy to handle even on your own.
The kit comes ready for straightforward installation using the included mounting hardware and instructions. It’s a custom base plate designed to line up with your vehicle’s frame for a perfect fit. No welding is required, so you can bolt everything up confidently and know it’s done right before you hit the road.
Already set up with Roadmaster gear? This base plate works directly with Roadmaster tow bars when used with the quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 – sold separately). It’s an easy way to keep your existing system while adding a secure, partially hidden connection point that’s built to handle the miles ahead.
Ratings & Reviews
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
Everything was just as I ordered good job, timely delivery.
Great product fits perfectly
Nice part. Fits well and is very sturdy.
Takes a while to install but the end result is great.
Nicole was a great help. Knew exactly what I needed. Kept me updated on progress of order. These guys definitely are the professionals. Got exactly what I ordered. Thanks Nicole.
The tow bar adapter fit perfectly. And it was a pleasure dealing with someone knowledgeable ..If I ever need any other parts I will definitely call your company.
Was not too hard to install if you have a little mechanical background. The hardest part was drilling through the bumper frame.
Anthony
1/15/2020
Works as needed. No issues. Has been used aprox. 4000 miles
this was my fourth car i set up with this type roadmaster base plate. product is well contructed, goes on easily, and works great. this time it was a 2017 nissan fontier. the removable feature allows me to quickly remove the towbar and base plate arms to run the vehicle through auto car wash. product is great and great service from etrailer. will buy from them again
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Robert
2/19/2022
I have had zero issues with the base plate. Even the paint looks brand new after several thousand miles.