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2012 Ford Explorer
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: RM-521237-1
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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 RM-521237-1 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 - RM-521237-1

  • 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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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2013 Volkswagen Beetle with Manual Transmission
    It's generally accepted that all vehicles with a manual transmission can be flat towed. That said, I did some checking and for your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle if you have the 2.0 liter engine then it is not recommended by VW but if you have have the 2.5 it is okay to do. We have to recommend you stick with the manufacturer recommendations for your vehicle. For a base plate kit then you'd want the Roadmaster part # RM-521237-1 which is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you...
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  • Can A 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Be Flat Towed?
    I took a look at what I could find for an owner's manual for your vehicle, the only thing I could find is that they recommend that the vehicle shouldn't be towed over 30MPH, for over 30 miles, which would indicate to me that it is only intended to be flat towed in emergency situations only. However, I do recommend that you still consult the owner's manual that was provided with the vehicle. If it turns out you actually can flat tow your vehicle, you're going to need: -A base plate like...
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  • Can I Flat Tow 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
    You will need to contact a Volkswagen dealer to explain the mechanics of why, we go by the recommendations of the manufacturer as they have designed and built the vehicles. We consider them the final authority of what their products are capable of. Generally speaking it is due to the transmission and final drive components that allow/prevent one engine option as opposed to another. For the 2013 model year Volkswagen Beetle, the 2.0 liter engine is not recommended by VW so you will...
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  • Flat Tow Set Up For 2014 Volkswagen Beetle
    You will need the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521237-1. This will provide the connection points to couple the towed vehicle with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-520. If you do not have the other components to complete the flat tow set up you can find them here. You will need the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional # RM-9160. Next you will...
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  • Can I Flat Tow 2013 Volkswagen Beetle with 2.5 Engine and Manual Transmission
    We always recommend that you consult your vehicle specific owners manual for flat towing considerations, the vehicle OEM will always be the final authority on how a vehicle they manufactured is to be towed, or not towed. That being stated, most vehicles with a manual transmission can be flat towed. For your model year, the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, the 2.0 liter engine is not recommended by VW but it appears the 2.5 liter is okay for many models, Again, consult the vehicle specific owners...
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  • Fitment of Base Plate Kit on a 2012 VW Turbo Beetle
    According to Blue Ox there isn't a baseplate kit that will work on non-turbo. We do offer a Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # RM-521237-1 that will be compatible with the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. If you currently have a Blue Ox Tow Bar you could use adapters # RM-032. If you don't already have a tow bar, I recommend the # RM-522, it will be compatible with this style of baseplate kit. If you need any of the other flat towing components I recommend the following. Stay-IN-Play DUO: # SM99251 Tail...
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