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This setup keeps the front end looking clean when you’re not towing. The hidden bracket design tucks the base plates out of sight, and when the drawbars are removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible. They mount within the grille area, where they stay protected from scrapes and scuffs and don’t get in the way.
Each removable arm installs with a simple twist to lock it in place—no pins or clips to fuss with. When you’re done towing, just twist and pull to remove them. This design makes connecting or disconnecting fast and frustration-free, even if you’re doing it solo in your driveway or at the campsite.
The brackets bolt directly to the frame using a computer-cut, all-steel design that delivers exceptional strength. The black powder coat finish adds durability and corrosion resistance for long-term reliability through miles of use. The solid build gives you confidence that your towing connection is secure every time you hit the road.
This kit is made for an easy, bolt-on install with no welding needed. It comes with instructions and all mounting hardware for a clean fit to your vehicle’s frame. For complete installation, fishwires (C58400 - sold separately) are required. Once bolted up, it’s ready to serve as a strong and reliable mounting point for your tow bar setup.
The base plate works with Roadmaster tow bars when used with the quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 - sold separately). That means you can integrate it seamlessly into your existing flat tow setup without guesswork or extra fabrication. It’s a proven match that makes long-distance towing simpler and more secure.
Ratings & Reviews
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.
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.
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
product arrived quickly and safely….. everything was exactly as described and worked perfectly!!!!!!!!
Part is just as order. Received promptl y.
the parts came on time and i good shape just what i ordered
FIT IS GREAT. DONT NEED TO REMOVE BUMPER. EASY INSTALL AND SEEMS TO DO THE JOB
It was amazingly easy to install.
My truck didn’t have tow hooks to remove so that helped.
The tow brackets fit perfect and they were easy to install only took about 1 hour per side .
This system worked perfectly from experience. They help from trailers e trailer agents was crucial for guiding me through the process.
This baseplate assembly was a perfect fit for my 2011 Dodge Ram. Easy bolt on plate and I like the removable arms. I have pulled my truck over 5,000 miles behind the coach and it is still working flawlessly.
This was a perfect fit for my 2015 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn truck. I was able to install the base plates with ease and they fit just as they should.
Pros: Excellent fit, ease of instillation and great instructions
Cons: None
I would give you guys 5 stars but the whole “ fishing the small plate and bolt” is an absolute impossible adventure. My suggestion would be to have the bolt that you supply should have a tapered end and a small hole drilled thru the tip so a small wire can be fished thru it. That would make it so much easier to fish it thru the hole. I tried to wrap wire around the bolt but the wire would fall off or the wire made the bolt too wide and could not pull thru the hole. Struggled with one side for over 3 hours. Finally gave up and went and bought 2- 5” carriage bolts and drilled the other on the other side so the bolt would go thru. It was very frustrating. Everything else was perfect.
I ordered the base plate for my 2010 Ram. It was shipped right away and it arrived on the fourth day. I have no complaints about ordering this product it was quick and efficient to deal with etrailer.
The base plate arrived and was as advertised except for the bolts with the fish wire to do the one side of the bracket. It said in the instructions to use them.
It was not a big deal. I had to do a little grinding on the inner bumper to get it to fit which was a bit of a pain but that is not the fault of the product. This is the second Roadmaster base plate I have installed and would order another if I need one!
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Lyle E.
7/18/2020
It worked out great perfect fit, good price and great service