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  1. Tow Bar Base Plate
  2. Roadmaster
  3. Removable Draw Bars
  4. Twist Lock Attachment
  5. Partially Hidden
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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS
Roadmaster

Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: 523174-1
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS

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Roadmaster's crossbar-style 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 Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number 523174-1 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 - 523174-1

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

Roadmaster's crossbar-style 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 Roadmaster tow bars with use of quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 - sold separately)
  • Instructions and mounting hardware included
  • Made in the USA
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty


The drawbars, or front arms, on the crossbar-style 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.



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Ratings & Reviews

4.8

2170 reviews
Roadmaster's crossbar-style 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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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Chevy Spark 1LS with Manual Transmission
    I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and the base plates # 523174-1 will fit your 2014 Chevy Spark 1LS with manual transmission. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables use # RM-643. The coiled design keeps the cables off the ground. For lighting if you will not be towing very often I recommend a magnetic kit # RM-2120. With this kit you will not have to cut into the vehicle wiring for installation. If you plan on towing the Spark often then I recommend...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2015 Chevy Spark with Manual Transmission
    The first thing you need to flat tow your 2015 Chevy Spark with a manual transmission is a base plate kit like the part # 523174-1 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. 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 All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For lighting/safety...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2013 Chevy Spark with Manual Transmission
    I am happy to help you with the parts needed to flat tow (or dinghy tow) your 2013 Chevy Spark with manual transmission. Starting with a base plate, I recommend a kit that features removable arms which will let the Spark keep more of its normal appearance when you're not towing it. Roadmaster kit # 523174-1 has such twist-lock arms that you can see in the linked photo; once you remove them the car's appearance is back to normal. The Falcon Tow Bar # RM-520 is a perfect fit with these...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Chevy Spark
    For a base plate kit confirmed to fit your 2014 Chevy Spark that would also work with the tow bar part # RM-501 that you referenced you would want the part # 523174-1. This base plate has been confirmed to work with all Roadmaster tow bars. In addition to the base plates and tow bar, you will also need safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting...
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  • Why Does the Key Need to be Turned to ACC/ACCESSORY When Flat Towing a 2014 Chevy Spark
    The reason that you need to turn the key to ACC/ACCESSORY when flat towing your 2014 Chevrolet Spark is so that the steering wheel will be unlocked. Otherwise the steering wheel will be locked and you will ruin your vehicle. It will cause your battery to slowly drain, but you can install a Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25 on your Spark to help maintain the battery charge level while it is being flat towed. You can run the wire from the charge line kit to the center pin of...
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  • Recommended Base Plates and Tow Bar for 2015 Chevy Spark
    For your 2015 Chevy Spark I recommend the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 523174-1 along with the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522 for an extremely sturdy and easy to operate setup. The Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 523174-1 is custom designed for your Spark and its easily removable drawbars allow for a really clean look on the vehicle when you aren't towing. I have attached an image that shows the front of the Spark with the drawbars in place and then removed. You don't have...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2014 Chevy Spark Manual Transmission
    The first thing you need to do when you're wanting to flat tow any vehicle is to check your specific owner's manual to ensure your vehicle is capable of being flat towed. Then you'll want to follow any steps it lists to get your vehicle ready to hook up and flat tow. You'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount -...
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  • What Roadmaster Base Plate Fits 2015 Chevy Spark
    The correct Roadmaster base plate kit for a 2015 Chevy Spark is the part # 523174-1. The # 199-3 does not fit your vehicle.
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  • Base Plate Kit to Flat Tow 2015 Chevy Spark Manual Transmission with Roadmaster Tow Bar
    Since you have a Roadmaster tow bar with the Falcon All-Terrain # RM-522 you'd want a Roadmaster base plate kit as well since that's what would directly connect to it. So the correct Roadmaster base plate for a 2015 Chevy Spark with a manual transmission is the part # 523174-1.
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  • Flat Tow 2013 Chevrolet Spark
    There are 2 models of StowMaster Tow Bars available, the # RM-501 and the # RM-504. Both are a coupler style and rated for 6,000 lbs. with one for a 2" ball the other for a 2-5/16". For the 2013 Chevrolet Spark, the StowMaster tow bars will match with the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit, # 523174-1. For a lighting kit, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System, # BLU37TR. This...
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  • Blue Ox Flat-Towing Components for Use with 2014 Chevrolet Spark with Manual Transmission
    We can help you select appropriate Blue Ox flat towing components to pull your 2014 Chevrolet Spark with manual transmission. Thank you for coming to us here at etrailer. For base plates you can use Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit # 523174-1 which features removable arms to help reduce bruised shins. I recommend the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 and safety cables # RM-643. For a braking system the portable Patriot # BLU37TR is a great choice for its easy installation and set-up...
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  • Recommended Base Plate Kit for Flat Towing 2013 Chevy Spark Behind Motorhome
    As long as your Spark has a manual transmission, it is capable of being flat towed. The Roadmaster # 523174-1 is a fit for your vehicle. If your Falcon All-Terrain tow bar doesn't have the crossbar assembly, you will indeed need the # 910021-00 crossbar. To wire the vehicle for towing, I'd recommend a diode system like # RM-152-98146-7. In addition to the lighting circuits, the umbilical can be used to provide a trickle charge to the vehicle battery while you're towing by installing a...
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  • Roadmaster Base Plate Kit for 2013 Chevy Spark for Use with Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain
    Yes, the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 523174-1 is the correct base plate for your 2013 Chevy Spark with the Falcon All Terrain tow bar # RM-522.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2013 Chevy Spark Manual Transmission
    To flat tow your 2013 Chevy Spark with a manual transmission you'd want the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 523174-1. 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 All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers for the tow bar we have...
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