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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Part Number: 524425-1
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Roadmaster Tow Bar Base Plate - 524425-1
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Ready for Flat Towing: Installs on the frame to create solid tow bar attachment points for RV travel.
- Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden bracket design keeps the front end looking clean when arms are removed.
- Quick Hookup and Disconnect: Twist-lock, removable drawbars mount and release without pins or clips.
- Built to Last: Computer-cut, all-steel construction with black powder coat resists corrosion and wear.
- Simple Installation: No welding required; includes instructions and mounting hardware for setup.
Features to know about
Made for a Clean Front End: Hidden Bracket Design with Removable Drawbars
If you like a clean look when your setup isn’t in tow mode, these brackets disappear into the grille area so they’re almost invisible. Once the drawbars are out, there’s no bulky steel showing or anything to bump into. The removable arms twist and pull right out of the sockets, leaving behind a low-profile mount that stays protected from scrapes and scuffs.
Quick Hookups Without Pins: Twist-Lock Attachment System
Connecting your tow bar is simple with the twist-lock system. Just insert the drawbars, twist to lock, and you’re ready to go—no pins or clips needed. It’s a fast, secure way to set up that comes in handy whether you’re hitching up in your driveway or at a campsite. When you’re done towing, twist them back out in seconds.
Built to Last the Miles: Computer-Cut All-Steel Construction
The heavy-duty steel build gives you solid strength where it counts. Each bracket is computer-cut for precise fitment, welded for durability, and coated in a black powder finish that holds up against corrosion. It’s tough hardware that keeps its shape through long hauls and rough roads without needing welding during installation.
Ready for Reliable Towing: Custom Fit and Compatible Design
This kit bolts to the vehicle’s frame using custom base plates designed for a perfect fit. It ties directly into compatible Roadmaster tow bars when paired with the quick-disconnect crossbar (#910021-00, sold separately), giving you a sturdy connection point every time. Instructions and mounting hardware come right in the box so everything’s ready to install.
Specs
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
- Compatibility: Compatible with Roadmaster tow bars with use of quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 - sold separately)
- Included: Instructions and mounting hardware included
- Made in: The USA
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
Note
Fishwires (C58400 - sold separately) are required for complete installation.
524425-1 Road Master EZ2 Base Plate Kit
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2011 - 2013 Ford Fiesta
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
2221 reviews
by:
Jackie
05/10/2020
Very well made. Other than a couple of holes not lining up very well, which I have never seen anything line up perfectly, it was fairly simple to install. With the instructions that came with the base plate, that were very easy to follow, we were able to install with very little problems, and we are not all that mechanically incline. Lol
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Les M.
01/09/2012
2012
Chevrolet
Colorado
1/4/2012 at 2:09 PM and arrived at my house in Colorado Springs 1/6/2012 at 1:08 PM, that was great service and a great product.
I finished the installation of the kit on my new 2012 Ford Fiesta at about 8:00 PM on the same day I received the kit (1/6/2012.)
Thanks for the GREAT service
I finished the installation of the kit on my new 2012 Ford Fiesta at about 8:00 PM on the same day I received the kit (1/6/2012.)
Thanks for the GREAT service
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richard hunter
09/25/2014
2014
Ford
Escape
it dose the job but had to do a lot realigning to get most of the mounting bolts also had to cleanout threads with tap to get bolts
to start.
to start.
by:
Rick N
05/31/2014
2013
Ford
Fiesta
The bolts in the frame of the 2013 Ford Fiesta do not line up with the hardware provided by Roadmaster, you have to drill the frame holes much bigger to get the brackets to fit. Secondly, there is no small tab at the front of this bracket as referred to in step 30 and 31. And if you add up the number of bolts the refer to in the installation instructions and compare it to the material list in the instructions....they dont match. This took far too long to install because of the incorrect information and poor alignment of bolt holes. I am not impressed.
by:
E. Kress
10/01/2011
2012
Ford
Focus
days earlier than I expected)
I was completely satisfied with the product. Installation instructions
were very good, and I installed the tow bracket the next day with
no problem.
Thanks for the great customer service as well. I'll be back!
I was completely satisfied with the product. Installation instructions
were very good, and I installed the tow bracket the next day with
no problem.
Thanks for the great customer service as well. I'll be back!
by:
Anthony
11/30/2020
I was very impressed by the quality of this product. The instructions were clear and concise and everything fit up well.
by:
Ronnie
02/08/2013
2011
Ford
Fiesta
Order shipped same day as ordered, arrived in 2 days, cannot possibly be any better service on the internet.
by:
Arlette
04/25/2019
I am so happy to find this company. After many problems with another online service you were recommended by my mechanic. The item arrived on time was correct and solved the issues I was having setting my car up to be towed. Thanks for your friendly, efficient and timely help, Tammie!
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Alan E.
05/16/2013
Product is well designed and fabricated. I will feel secure knowing your product is attached to my new tow vehicle.....thanks
by:
Stephen
05/27/2024
Hope it fits
I will let you know
I will let you know
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Bruce A
07/02/2026
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.
Using the tow bar worked super easy and our motorhome hardly noticed the Mini Cooper back there.
Claire H.
7/6/2026
It really is invisible! It took me a second to even find the base plates in your photo!
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Christian
05/13/2026
1995
Jeep
Grand Cherokee
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.
Kate F.
5/14/2026
Thanks for the review and for sharing your installation experience Christian. Your tip about leaving the bumper on during install is really helpful, especially since fitting the ends through the louvers can take a little extra maneuvering. It’s also great to hear the setup works well with your Stowmaster 5000. The install looks great, and we appreciate you sharing the picture! Where did you go for the first trip?
Kate F.
5/21/2026
@Christian I just looked it up, looks like quite the magical place! Thanks for sharing =)
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Robert
01/06/2025
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.
Skill level is probably at the intermediate level depending on experience.
Robert
1/7/2026
Everything related to my Mini towing system is working great after a year of use.i do wish I had bought a cover for the tow bar though. Keeping it clean would be easier with the cover. Great products and service from etrailet
by:
Robin
11/21/2024
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
Robin
11/25/2025
Working great these are durable tow bars Have no problems with them easy to hook up and tows vehicle without no problems .
by:
Charlevoixboy
12/10/2025
2007
honda
Element
Awesome delivery speed, and a well made base plate for my 2007 Element. Installation was a breeze (thanks to my son’s heated shop) and I had to do no cutting to make this fit. I had a Stowmaster tow bar that came with my RV and etrailer was able to steer me to the correct missing parts to make this a really affordable installation. Now to get out of this snow!
by:
Michael
12/03/2025
2004
Subaru
Impreza
We towed our 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI 3000 miles last year, this is an ideal setup, discreet when not in use, solid, and easy to get on/off. Very please with the support I received from Roadmaster as one of the bolt was missing, was sent super quickly.
by:
James
07/02/2025
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.
James
7/3/2026
New system working fine. As with previous system it requires towed vehicle to be nearly perfectly aligned straight behind motorhome to disconnect without considerable tension.
by:
David
05/23/2025
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.
David
5/24/2026
It continues to work flawlessly
by:
Steven
08/09/2026
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!
by:
Thomas
07/29/2026
2015
Chevrolet
Equinox
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)
Christopher H.
8/4/2026
Thanks for you feedback Thomas! Sounds like the install went smooth. Hope you have a great summer!
by:
Larry
05/05/2026
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.
Claire H.
5/7/2026
Thank you so much for the kind words and being a repeat customer with us! We look forward to helping you out with all your future adventures!
by:
Brad
06/22/2026
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.
by:
Julie
05/30/2025
Purchased for a 1997 Subaru Impreza. Delivery was amazingly fast! I didn't have it installed until a few months later, as my travel plans had stalled. It didn't quite bolt right on, but was close, and a friend had to modify it some to make it work. I still hear a grating noise when I turn too sharp on one side, but otherwise it's fine.
The front connection plates didn't line up with the holes, so had to have those modified, as well, in order to line up and attach to the tow bar. Once the new holes were drilled, I was able to hook up and go.
It's relatively easy to connect after finding a way to do it alone.
I've towed from CO to TX and all over TX with it with no problems.
The front connection plates didn't line up with the holes, so had to have those modified, as well, in order to line up and attach to the tow bar. Once the new holes were drilled, I was able to hook up and go.
It's relatively easy to connect after finding a way to do it alone.
I've towed from CO to TX and all over TX with it with no problems.
by:
Mike
08/16/2026
Install pretty easy. You will have to change directions of one bolt due to obstruction ( frame). Cannot torque a few of the bolts. These are the ones with wire attached.
Rock guard needed addition trimming from factory instructions.
Rock guard needed addition trimming from factory instructions.
by:
Wesley
07/08/2026
The representative (Sarah) was very helpful and knowledgeable, the prices are very reasonable and all my items arrived on time. When I called with a question, she was very polite, friendly and genuinely sounded like she enjoyed her job. When I discovered one of the items I ordered wasn’t needed, getting help to return was hassle free. I would recommend etrailer to anyone that needs anything RV or trailer related. I will definitely do business with them again. I am impressed.
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