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If you prefer a setup that disappears when you’re not towing, this base plate keeps your front end clean. The hidden bracket design leaves only a small, protected mount within the grille area, so nothing bulky sticks out. When you pull the front arms out using two hitch pins, the remaining brackets are barely noticeable and stay shielded from scrapes or scuffs.
Built from computer-cut steel, the brackets deliver precise fit and strength for heavy towing use. The black powder coat finish adds durability and corrosion resistance, so it stands up to road debris and weather over thousands of miles. The heavy-duty steel build helps distribute towing forces evenly through the frame for long-term reliability.
The square drawbars slide into place and secure with simple hitch pins. No complicated tools or extra steps—just pin them in to tow or pull them out when you’re done. It’s an easy system that makes connection fast and straightforward whether you’re in your driveway or on the road.
This kit is designed to bolt directly to your frame without any welding. The brackets are custom made for a perfect fit, and the included mounting hardware and instructions make it clear where everything goes. If you enjoy working on your own setup, it’s a manageable job that produces a solid, professional fit.
This base plate works with Roadmaster tow bars when used with the quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00, sold separately). That flexibility means you can connect it to your existing Roadmaster gear without needing to replace everything, keeping your setup consistent from one trip to the next.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
92% were satisfied with this product
8% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
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.
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.
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!
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
Excellent service,,
Good
parts Were ship The Day Of order Everything is Good Thank All ( Will Be Rack For More )
Absolutely fabulous
Fit perfectly and look excellent, had them installed at a body shop
Easy installation great fit.
Easy to install and very sturdy brackets. No white knuckle driving for me
I just got this yesterday & haven't installed it yet I'm sure it will fit.
I checked all the parts and every thing is there. Very fast shipping.
Great web site found product good price and free shipping! Will do business again.
Receive the correct base plate for my truck. Had it professionally installed and it works as advertised. Very pleasant experience. And on time thank you.
The base plate kit I bought from E Trailer was a very fair price and the time frame that it was shipped and delivered was way above average service. Will be doing more with this company in the future!!
RM-3176-1 arrived quickly, was as advertised, good black friday price discount,good instructions, perfect fit, easy to install. Happy happy happy.
I have used Roadmaster components in the past and the quality is spot on as always. Directions are step by step and easy to follow and includes pictures . The fit was as the photos showed and worked as discribed.
Etrailer shipped quickly and received in just a few days. Always happy to do business with etrailer, and am a long standing customer. I have always had great service here and that is way I continue to return.
Do you have inserts for the front recei vers?
I’m very handy with tools so drilling the four holes required was a simple task. Everything fit as advertised and the quality was on point. Since I already owned a roadmaster tow bar this kit was a no brainer. My vehicle is 2017 Silverado so it was slightly different teardown of the front end. Thankfully i found a u tube video
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Mike L.
7/27/2019
We certainly do! Theyre available as part # RM-200-5.
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