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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Roadmaster

Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: 52285-1
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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 52285-1 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 - 52285-1

  • Roadmaster
  • Removable Draw Bars
  • Twist Lock Attachment
  • Completely Hidden

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.


Features:

  • Hidden bracket design provides improved aesthetics compared with standard brackets
  • Drawbars are easily removable - just twist and pull
    • No pins or clips required
  • Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
  • Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
  • Simple installation - no welding required
    • Custom base plates ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
  • Compatible with Quick Disconnects and all Roadmaster tow bars
  • Instructions and mounting hardware included
  • Made in the USA
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty


The drawbars, or front arms, on the EZ series base plate kit are supremely easy to mount and remove. Just insert them into the brackets and twist to lock them in place. To remove, simply twist the arms back and pull them out. Once the drawbars have been removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible. On most automobiles, the brackets are mounted within the grille, where they remain not only unseen, but protected from scrapes and scuffs as well.



52285-1 Road Master EZ Base Plate Kit

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4.8

467 reviews
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.

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    Yes, it will. The Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar item # RM-501 is compatible with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit item # 52285-1. This baseplate kit is confirmed to fit the 2008 Smart fortwo. Some other parts you will need to flat tow your Smart fortwo are listed below: Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267 Supplemental Braking System - Blue Ox Patriot item # BLU37TR High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If...
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    We can help you get set up for safely towing your 2012 Smart fortwo behind your motorhome. A number of items are needed and you can read up on all by referring to the flat towing overview article I linked for you. I also included additional helpful articles on several of these specific components which include a tow bar, safety cables, base plates, a wiring kit, a supplemental braking system and also a high/low hitch adapter. Starting with base plates for the fortwo, I suggest the Roadmaster...
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    Assuming that you have a Roadmaster Tow Bar, you'll want to use # 910021-00, which includes both the crossbar and the quick disconnects, as well as the 3/4 inch diameter linch pin. If you have a different brand tow bar, you'll also need an adapter, as outlined in the chart I've linked. I've linked you to some product description videos for the crossbar/quick disconnect assembly.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2009 Smart fortwo Passion
    The first thing you will want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine the proper towing procedure of the vehicle. From the research I did, the car should be flat towable as is but you will still want to confirm by checking the owners manual. The Blue Ox base plate kit that fits your 2009 Smart fortwo does require trimming of spoiler, air dam, grill or plastic fascia on some models. There's a fair amount of mechanical aptitude needed for installation and I recommend having...
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  • How To Use the Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar 5250 on a 2009 Smart ForTwo
    It sounds like you are looking for a set of base plates to use with a Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar 5250 on your 2009 Smart ForTwo. If that is the case then you will want to use the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit part # 52285-1 because this is the only base plate kit available for your ForTwo that will work with the Falcon Tow Bar. The EZ Base Plate Kit is a custom fit which means only minor modifications are required and it has removal arms for a clean look while not in tow which you can see...
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  • Recommended Flat Tow System for a 2008 Smart ForTwo
    You can absolutely flat tow a 2008 Smart ForTwo. I recommend starting with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 52285-1 and then using the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520. Then I recommend the Roadmaster safety cables # RM-643. You may want the tow bar cover # RM-055-3 to protect your tow bar when not being used. For your tow bar wiring I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will allow you to use your vehicle wiring...
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  • Everything Needed for Towing a 2009 Smart ForTwo
    To tow the Smart ForTwo, you will need base plate kit # 52285-1. This will require a rather lengthy installation which requires removing the front fascia from the car. Also, a helper would be needed. It requires trimming of the fascia on some models. With this EZ2 kit, you will be able to remove the base plates when not towing so the brackets will be hardly noticeable. After you install this kit you will also need a tow bar to attach the towed vehicle to your pulling vehicle. If you are...
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  • Can a 2014 Smart Fortwo Be Flat-Towed
    Yes, the 2014 Smart Fortwo is flat towable with all four wheels on the ground per the owner's manual. There were no specifications for auto/manual trans models. For future reference, this is where you can look in order to determine whether or not a vehicle can be flat-towed and the steps needed to do so. I have attached below the complete parts list needed to complete the task. Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit part # 52285-1 Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar part # RM-522 Replacement...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Setup for a 2013 Smart Fortwo Passion Coupe
    To be able to flat tow your 2013 Smart Fortwo you will need a handful of equipment. The Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 52285-1 will work really well on your Fortwo. It features removable arms so when you are not towing you will still have that nice, clean look. The next thing we will need to look at is a tow bar, like the Sterling # RM-576 from Roadmaster, and wiring, like the Roadmaster # RM-15267. This will help your brake lights still work on your Fortwo while towing. Another thing you...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 Smart Car Behind a Motor Home
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    I did some checking and it looks like a 2015 Smart ForTwo with an automatic transmission can be flat towed. The Roadmaster base plate kit part # 52285-1 that you referenced would be the correct base plate kit for you to use. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design...
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  • Which Base Plate Installs Easily on a 2013 Smart ForTwo, Blue Ox # BX1987 or Roadmaster # 52285-1
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    I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and he informed me that your Sterling Tow Bar came with a cross bar originally and that you will need a replacement. For that he recommended the Roadmaster Quick Disconnect Cross Bar # 910021-00. The # 910021-00 comes with quick-disconnects that will make connecting and disconnecting from the Roadmaster Base Plate # 52285-1 easy. The quick disconnects basically slide into each other vertically and a pin goes through the top to prevent them from coming...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Smart fortwo
    First let's start with a base plate kit for your 2014 Smart forwo. For that you would want the part # 52285-1 which is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. The telescoping arms and the fact that it stores on the RV and not the vehicle make it one of the easiest to use. For safety cables you can use...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2009 Smart ForTwo Cabriolet Behind Motorhome RV
    We can help you get your 2009 Smart ForTwo Cabriolet ready for flat towing behind your motorhome. For reference, the linked article on the basics of flat towing, as well as the two others that cover specific components, are a great place to start your towing prep. As always, it is a good idea to check your Smart owner's manual for details on flat towing. I checked an online edition and it covers this subject on page 204. Let's get going! Starting with base plates for the Fortwo, we offer...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 Smart fortwo
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    Hey Michael, we can definitely help get you setup with everything you will need to flat tow your 2015 Smart fortwo but at this time we don't have a single part number that includes everything to make it super simple. We've talked about trying to come up with something like that but it just hasn't happened yet. So I'll list everything out you'll need as simply as possible and you can just hit add to cart from this page or click on the links to go to each page: Roadmaster Base Plate kit...
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  • Spacing Between Arms of Roadmaster 52285-1 Base Plates on 2015 Smart ForTwo
    Once installed, the arms will be 28-1/2 inches apart, measured center to center as shown in the provided photo..
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Smart Fortwo
    There are a number of parts you're going to need in order to flat tow your 2008 Smart Fortwo, starting with compatible base plates. I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 52285-1. For a tow bar I recommend going with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 because of how easy the tow bar is to connect to the base plates and the long arms that make it easier to maneuver when towing. It has a weight capacity of 6,000 lbs and will likely be able to be used with a full-size truck in...
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  • Can The Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 Tow a 2000 Honda CRV and a Smart Car With an RV
    The Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520, will work on your 35 foot Allegro RV with a tag axle. I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster, and they said you should have no problem using the Falcon 2 tow bar with your tag axle. It has a weight capacity of 6000lbs and can be folded toward your RV when not being used. I am including a link to the instructions on the tow bar and a video review for reference. To tow the 2000 Honda CR-V and a Smart car, you will also need base plates for each...
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  • What Base Plate and Wiring Harness Do You Recommend for Flat-Towing a 2013 Smart fortwo?
    When choosing a base plate for your 2013 Smart fortwo, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1987 over the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 52285-1 because you will not need to purchase an additional adapter when using the Blue Ox plate with your Blue Ox tow bar. Apart from not needing an adapter, the Blue Ox has a very straightforward installation with a bolt-on process. If you need safety chains with your setup, I recommend the Roadmaster 80" Coiled...
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