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When you’re not towing, this setup keeps things looking clean. Once the drawbars are removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible and sit tucked within the grille, protected from scrapes and scuffs. The partially hidden design preserves the vehicle’s factory appearance while keeping the mounting points ready whenever you need to tow again.
Getting on the road is easier with the twist-lock drawbars. Just insert the arms into the brackets, twist to lock, and you’re ready to connect your tow bar—no pins or clips required. When it’s time to unhook, twist and pull them out just as easily. It’s a simple motion that makes setup and disconnecting faster and less hassle, even when you’re doing it alone.
This base plate kit is built for strength and precision. The all-steel construction is computer-cut for an exact fit and coated in a black powder finish that resists corrosion. The design bolts directly to the frame, spreading towing forces evenly so it feels solid mile after mile without welding or fabrication required.
No need to overhaul your towing gear—the kit works directly with Roadmaster tow bars when used with the quick-disconnect crossbar part #910021-00 (sold separately). It’s designed so everything lines up right out of the box, and each kit comes with clear instructions and all mounting hardware included for a straightforward install.
Ratings & Reviews
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.
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.
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
Works Great Easy Hookup
Order was received quicker than I thought it would be. Haven't installed it yet but looks like a quality product. Thanks.
Easy to install and has worked well as intended
All components work as advertised.
Installed easily. Good instructions. Happy with end results.
The original pins were difficult to remove so I replaced them with the pin that has a grip handle. Much easier way to remove and set the pins.
Product was basically good there are several items and have that were off just a little bit that means a little more work made a lot more work to put the stall up but it eventually came out alright other dads are shipping was very good very fast I appreciate it that thank you very much
Thanks etrailer for a very straight forward buying experience. My base plate kit was shipped right away and the communication afterwards was excellent.
Installation instructions were complete and helpful. No problem one year later.
THE BASE PLATE FIT JUST RIGHT WAS NOT TO HARD TO PUT ON 2014 JEEP
Thank you for the fast delivery. I haven’t installed the base plate yet so I can’t rate the performance of it. From the looks of it, it should be an easy installation and is greatly engineered. I will be at ease when towing my Jeep.
The only negative thing is packaging. I know that this is a heavy item, but this box and inside padding was in pieces.
I rated this excellent based on all my previous orders with e-trailer, because they have been great over the years. Even when something goes wrong they always make it right in the end. My review of this product will wait until after the holidays because this is going to be a gift and I don't to re-box it. The item is very heavy and hopefully in good condition. There is a 4" to 6" gouge in the side of the box from shipping, but understandable given the weight.
All of the items I ordered fit very well with no modifications. All items were well made and fairly easy to install. The directions were complete and easy to understand. Will continue to buy from you in the future.
installation instructions were clear and very helpful, took me about 4 hours to install, would have been faster if i had attempted anything like this before.. removing front fascia and trimming the openings. Easy to use.
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Tim
10/23/2014
EVERTHING HAS WORKED GREAT, BEEN ON 14 TRIPS IN THE LAST YEAR NO PROBLEMS AT ALL, WAS EASY TO INSTALL ON MY 2014 JEEP PATRIOT