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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: 52276-1

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Roadmaster's EZ Twistlock series brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and simple to remove. Brackets install on your vehicle's frame to provide attachment points for your tow bar. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Roadmaster. Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number 52276-1 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.

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Roadmaster Tow Bar Base Plate - 52276-1

Highlights

Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
Ready for Flat Towing: Mounts to the vehicle frame to create secure tow bar connection points.
Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden bracket design keeps the front end looking factory clean.
Fast Hookup and Removal: Twist-lock arms insert and release with a simple twist—no pins or clips.
Built to Last: Computer-cut, all-steel construction with black powder coat resists corrosion.
Simple Setup: Installs without welding and includes mounting hardware and instructions.

Features to know about

Made for a Clean Front End: Hidden Bracket Design with Removable Arms

If you like a clean, factory look when your vehicle isn’t hitched up, this base plate keeps it that way. The hidden bracket design tucks the mounting points neatly behind the grille. When you remove the drawbars, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible and protected from scrapes or scuffs. It keeps everything low-profile and out of sight until it’s time to tow again.

Fast Hookups Every Time: EZ Twistlock Arms

The EZ Twistlock drawbars make connecting your tow bar quick and simple. Each arm slides into the bracket, twists to lock in place, and that’s it—no pins or clips to fuss with. When you’re ready to unhook, just twist back and pull out. It’s a straightforward system that saves time when setting up or breaking down your towing setup.

Built Strong to Handle the Miles: All-Steel Construction

This base plate kit is made from computer-cut, all-steel components for consistent precision and strength. The black powder coat finish adds corrosion resistance so it stays solid through road grime and weather. It installs directly to the vehicle frame with no welding required, giving you a sturdy connection point you can trust mile after mile.

Works with Your Setup: Tow Bar Compatibility and Hardware Included

This kit provides attachment points that are compatible with Roadmaster tow bars and Quick Disconnects. Instructions and mounting hardware come in the box so you can get started right away. The straightforward bolt-on design makes it a practical option for anyone setting up a dependable flat-towing system.

Specs

Hidden bracket design: Provides improved aesthetics compared with standard brackets
Drawbars: Are easily removable - just twist and pull
Pin and clip requirement: No pins or clips required
Construction: Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
Finish: Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
Installation: Simple installation - no welding required
Custom base plates: Ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
Compatibility: Compatible with Quick Disconnects and all Roadmaster tow bars
Included components: Instructions and mounting hardware included
Country of origin: Made in the USA
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

52276-1 Road Master EZ Base Plate Kit

Installation Details 52276-1 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

2005 - 2011 Dodge Dakota
2010 - 2011 Ram Dakota
2006 - 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 4 Wheel Drive

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494 reviews

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by: Loren 04/05/2026

2005 Dodge Dakota

very well made and just getting pickup ready for flat towing. Fast shipping and excellent service. Highly recommend.

by: Phil 02/18/2018 One Year Later

Dodge Dakota

we bought these to put on our Dodge Dakata 4x4 in order to tow it behind our motorhome. They were easy to install by myself, and they work great! I would recommend them highly .

by: Curtis 07/18/2018

2011 Dodge Dakota

Arrived very quickly as usual. Very easy to install. No need to even have to take off the bumper cover. Did it by myself in approximately one hour. Directions are easy to follow.

by: Carson 03/06/2024

2005 Dodge Dakota

It is a lot easier to take of the bumper it is all plastic anyway then to take off the air intake

by: Charles L 02/17/2015

Bolted on as to instructions!

by: Truman 04/26/2022 One Year Later

Easy install easy to use.

Truman One Year Later

4/27/2023

It is a very easy hookup,

by: Arthur 10/25/2023 One Year Later

Hard time getting the bolts out of the frame but after that it went well.

by: Terry E 04/03/2015

I ordered a number of things in one order, next day got all but one item I was pleasantly surprised the last item came today from west coast , great service kept me updated on the order kudos to you all great great service thank you very much.

by: Andre,H 07/10/2012

install it soon.... Andre

by: Daniel 02/06/2022

very good service thank you Adam

by: Robin 07/13/2022

by: Barry 01/31/2024

by: John Shefte 12/18/2024 One Year Later

Many reviews for this base plate said they could not hook up the U bolts. I had no problem using the U bolts. I did not tighten any bolts until I had them all in place. Then, I tightened all the nuts and bolts. I marked them with paint so I could see if any of them backed off. After a year, all of them are still tight. We towed our mini 4,000 miles in the first year.

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Victoria H.

12/18/2024

That amazing John! Where did you go on your long adventure?

John S. One Year Later

12/21/2025

I towed my Mini Cooper on a 5000-mile trip this summer. The Base Plates worked great. I had to replace the water pump on the Cooper this required removing and reinstalling the base plates. I inspected them, and after two years and 9000 miles of towing, they are in perfect shape.

by: Thomas 07/06/2026

Thanks for being a great knowledgeable person about this tow set up. It fit perfect and the directions made it a no brainer

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James D.

7/8/2026

Love to hear this Thomas, glad we were able to assist. Thanks for stopping by and we appreciate you choosing etrailer! Have you flat towed the vehicle yet?

Thomas

7/10/2026

I towed it 200 miles of winding mountain roads. Worked perfectly @JamesD

by: Lisa 08/27/2026

Installed without a hitch! Matches up perfectly with the Roadmaster Stowmaster towbar we already had. Beautiful!

by: Rob H 08/05/2025 One Year Later

It does what it's supposed to do, which actually seems to be special these days. In all seriousness we purchased this for out Liberty, which blew it's ending the first time we tried to go on a big trip. We had it taken off of that Liberty and put on another and that's what it was on for our tip from AZ to Chicago. We have connected and disconnected probably a dozen times and took the arms off to drive around Chicago. It works just like it should and it is nice to not have to worry about at least one item. Hightly recommend this system.

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by: Frank 09/01/2026

The baseplate fit perfectly and the video was very helpful

by: Robert 06/27/2026

Seems like a very well-made sturdy product. Instructions were good however the holes did not quite lineup like they were supposed to so I had to do some mild to moderate modification. I like the way it looks without the towbar on the base plate. It’s fairly well hidden.

by: Bill R. 04/29/2013

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee

I installed this base plate system on my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited this weekend. My Jeep had tow hooks which were basically removed and replaced by the base plates in the same location. No modifications to the grill were required and the base plates are no more noticable than the tow hooks were.
Installation was straight forward. Roadmaster forwarded a PDF file of the excellent color instructions with my order confirmation. I was able to view the photographs on my ipad and zoom in where necessary to get more detail.
Overall I would rate the Roadmaster product, instructions and customer service 5 star in every way.

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John B.

9/19/2013

Did you have to do any drilling on your vehicle to mount this system?

Patrick B.

9/25/2013

Yes, there will be some drilling involved in the installation. Check the instructions link on the product page for more information about the drilling that will be required. I believe it will just be four 1/2 inch holes.

Bill R. One Year Later

5/16/2014

The Roadmaster baseplate and Falcon tow bar are working great with our 2014 Grand Cherokee and Endeavor motorhome. We are in the middle of a 1500 mile trip and have had no problems with the equipment. I have decided that I need to purchase a braking system for the Jeep. Thinking about the Invisi Brake, primarily because it is made by Roadmaster and I had a great experience with your companys customer service when the 2014 Grand Cherokee baseplate kit was being developed. Thanks for the good work.

Rachael H.

5/27/2014

Thanks for the follow up, very happy to hear that you are pleased with your Roadmaster Base plates. If you are considering the Invisibrake # RM-8700 as a braking system this is a great choice. The installation is a long and involved process and if you are looking for a more simplified installation you might like another Roadmaster product such as the Even Brake # RM-9400. This will serve the same purpose as the Invisibrake, but the portable unit will have to be removed after flat towing your Jeep where the Invisibrake is permanently installed in your tow Jeep.

by: Larry B 06/05/2015

GMC Terrain

Purchased the towing adapter for my GMC Terrain a few week ago, received it on time & boxed not damaged. Watched the videos’ about three time on how to do it myself and started one evening and finished it the next morning about three hours with Beer Breaks, LoL. All the parts fix perfectly, had no problems with any of the parts, Product is real sturdy and if you don’t know where to look at the bumper you will not see the hide away receiver brackets. Very nice product, do it yourself and save
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Dave R.

3/15/2016

Larry, Im assuming that youve towed your vehicle by now. Are you still happy with your choice and did you purchase any additional components like the electrical kit, fuse switch..etc Dave R

Larry B.

3/15/2016

Have been using this tow adapter now for a while and everything works out fine, Easy to connect. I did purchase the Wiring harness from the tail lights to the front of the car instead of making it as I usually do and the connection to the RV from that connection and glad I did, the wiring harness also went easy and very fast.

by: Doug 04/07/2020 One Year Later

2014 GMC Acadia

Installed on 2014 GMC Acadia. Very sturdy and heavy duty base plate. I installed it myself. You will need a little automotive knowledge and more tools then the average do it yourself-er. It took about 6 hours, by myself. It looks more intimidating then it turned out to be. You can't see it when not in use which makes it nice for the wife, since it's her car.
Pictures show the tow bar adapter. Sorry, no pictures of adapter removed.

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Douglas K. One Year Later

4/8/2021

great

by: Paul D 07/14/2016 One Year Later

2010 GMC Terrain

Roadmaster base plate for 2010 GMC Terrain. Very detailed instructions, great videos. Product was as described, no holes to drill, just replace factory parts with Roadmaster parts. Everything went together very well. I used the instructions supplied along with the video on my laptop. Hardest part was popping the bumper shroud back on due to colder temperature. I have a fair bit of experience with rebuilding classic cars so have lots tools and reasonable mechanical ability.

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Paul D. One Year Later

7/14/2017

I have towed my Terrain about 3500 miles with no issues. It tows and tracks extremely well. I put red paint marks on the bolts that are easily seen, so that I can see at a glance if any bolts have loosened up. I use a Roadmaster All Terrain tow hitch and SMI Duo braking system.

by: David 11/28/2017

Mazda Miata

I received the base plate for my Miata at 4:30 Monday by 7:00 it was installed and ready to go.A great product fit very nicely.Ordering and follow up went great can’t wait to try it out Just need to decide on the tow bar we will use.The Falcon or Sterling .Thank you for a great product and service.

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David One Year Later

11/30/2018

We are very happy with the baseplate and Sterling tow bar we purchased!We have over 10,000 miles with no problems at all.A great product and your company was very easy to work with.Thank You!

by: Vince 08/13/2026

easy to follow instructions, took about 3 hours to install. paper template for holes in facia would be great .

by: William 11/18/2020

2002 Honda Civic

Parts came very quickly. The base plates are really well make and of heavy material. If you watch the video it is a breeze to install. Make sure you have some new clips for your bumper as the old ones will break, not all but some. I ordered clips from Amazon. I used a vibrating saw with cutting blade and it did nice job cutting plastic bumper cover.

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William One Year Later

11/19/2021

They are the boss. So we’ll made.

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