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  1. Tow Bar Base Plate
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  3. Removable Draw Bars
  4. Twist Lock Attachment
  5. Completely Hidden
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1993 Dodge Intrepid
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Roadmaster

Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: RM-52289-4
$575.00
Retail:$679.00
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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1993 Dodge Intrepid

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Roadmaster's EZ Twistlock series 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 EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number RM-52289-4 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-52289-4

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Installs on the frame to create secure attachment points for a tow bar.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden bracket design keeps the front end looking clean and factory-style.
  • Quick Hookup and Removal: Twist-lock arms insert and release without pins or clips for fast setup.
  • Built to Last: Computer-cut, all-steel construction with black powder coat resists corrosion and wear.
  • Simple to Mount: No welding required; includes instructions and hardware for straightforward installation.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Made for a Clean Front End: Hidden Design with Removable Twist-Lock Arms

When you’re not towing, the EZ Base Plate Kit keeps things clean and uncluttered. Its hidden bracket design tucks neatly into the grille so nothing bulky sticks out. The removable drawbars use a simple twist-and-pull motion to come off without tools, leaving the front end with a smooth, factory look. Once removed, the brackets stay protected from scrapes and scuffs inside the grille area.

Hook Up Fast and Confident: Twist-Lock Attachment with No Pins or Clips

Connecting your tow bar doesn’t get much easier. Just insert the arms, twist to lock, and you’re ready to go—no pins or clips required. That quick motion locks everything solidly in place and makes disconnecting just as simple. It’s a setup that works smoothly whether you’re hitching up solo or in tight spots.

Built to Last for Long Hauls: All-Steel, Computer-Cut Construction

This base plate is made from computer-cut, all-steel material for strength you can count on mile after mile. The black powder coat finish resists corrosion and keeps the hardware looking sharp over time. With a solid design that installs directly to the frame, it offers the durability needed for steady towing through long trips and varying conditions.

Straightforward Install at Home: Bolt-On Kit with Included Hardware

You don’t need welding gear or special tools to get this mounted. The brackets bolt directly to the vehicle’s frame using the included instructions and hardware. It’s a straightforward job for anyone comfortable turning wrenches on a weekend project, and once installed, you’ve got a reliable setup that’s ready when you are.

Reuse Your Setup with Ease: Broad Adapter Compatibility

If you already own a tow bar or plan to switch in the future, this kit keeps things flexible. The EZ series works with Roadmaster tow bars and Quick Disconnects, and it pairs easily with the Roadmaster Base Plate to Blue Ox Tow Bar Adapter # RM-032 (sold separately). That means you can build or expand your towing system without starting over.

Specs

  • Hidden bracket design: Provides improved aesthetics compared with standard brackets
  • Drawbars: Are easily removable - just twist and pull
  • Retention system: No pins or clips required
  • Construction: Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
  • Finish: Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
  • Installation: Simple installation - no welding required
  • Custom base plates: Ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
  • Compatibility: Compatible with Quick Disconnects and all Roadmaster tow bars
  • Included components: Instructions and mounting hardware included
  • Origin: Made in the USA
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

52289-4 Road Master EZ Base Plate Kit

Installation Details RM-52289-4 Installation instructions

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4.8

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Roadmaster's EZ Twistlock series 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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Purchased the towing adapter for my GMC Terrain a few week ago, received it on time & boxed not damaged. Watched the videos’ about three time on how to do it myself and started one evening and finished it the next morning about three hours with Beer Breaks, LoL. All the parts fix perfectly, had no problems with any of the parts, Product is real sturdy and if you don’t know where to look at the bumper you will not see the hide away receiver brackets. Very nice product, do it yourself and save
Up loading two photos if it will let me one is with hide away brackets installed and the other one you can see is my complete tow bar attached to the hide away brackets



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easy to follow instructions, took about 3 hours to install. paper template for holes in facia would be great .



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Seems like a very well-made sturdy product. Instructions were good however the holes did not quite lineup like they were supposed to so I had to do some mild to moderate modification. I like the way it looks without the towbar on the base plate. It’s fairly well hidden.



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The baseplate fit perfectly and the video was very helpful



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Thanks for being a great knowledgeable person about this tow set up. It fit perfect and the directions made it a no brainer



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Installed without a hitch! Matches up perfectly with the Roadmaster Stowmaster towbar we already had. Beautiful!



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Many reviews for this base plate said they could not hook up the U bolts. I had no problem using the U bolts. I did not tighten any bolts until I had them all in place. Then, I tightened all the nuts and bolts. I marked them with paint so I could see if any of them backed off. After a year, all of them are still tight. We towed our mini 4,000 miles in the first year.



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the service was 100% will be dealing with them again



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Works just fine. No issues



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they Fit great and are easy on & off



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Went on my ram as directed, have traveled short distance, checked torque, then to Tennessee from upstate New York, worked great.made my life so much easier



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it is very strange, just yestoday I took it off. I have purchased a new 2020 ram limited. I would like to know if it will fit the new 2020 ram. thank you for your interest in this purchase .this kind of service is hard to find this day and time. I want to thank you for every thing. you better believe I am going to tell all my friends about this. thank you again for everything. james b graham



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Everything I have ever purchased from Etrailer has been great quality and they are excellent to work with!!!



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The product was complete and the installation was very easy. Took about 2 hours to do it by myself...Fit like a glove



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Shipping was prompt, install video made it easy.



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This kit fits like a glove, arrived quickly, and etrailer seemed to be the price leader. All worked out well



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The equipment was easy to install and is what is needed to tow a RAM truck behind and RV. We were looking for an RV which the closest place to buy one is 100 miles from here and we were most likely going to drive 250 to 500 miles to get our RV... until I was told we really don't need and RV. But just in case someone changes their mind again. I will leave the kit firmly bolted to the RAM truck.



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All the parts and instructions arrived on time and in great condition. The base plate was an easy install with simple tools and a fairly basic mechanical know how.



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Kit was installed by hitching post on Ocala Florida. The installation has been a success. I really like the diodes for compatable wiring. Towed about 4 thousand miles in my Ram and feel confident that it will go many more.



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great fit. a slight cut needed to be made in the bumper bracket to facilitate the round tube to fit through the bracket. but, other than that, it was an easy install took about 2 hours if you include the coffee brakes. this part is highly recommended. Fast shipping. the beast human service. thank you.


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See what our Experts say about this Roadmaster Tow Bar Base Plate

  • Availability of Removable Arms for Roadmaster Base Plate Kit
    Hey Astrea, we sell replacement removable arms for all of the Roadmaster base plate kits with the part number # RM-ARMS. Did you lose yours or did they break?
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  • Can 2016 Ram 1500 Automatic be Flat Towed Behind an RV and What Parts are Needed to Do So
    The 2016 Ram 1500 can be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground only if it is a 4x4. If you have a 2-wheel drive Ram then it can be towed using a tow dolly with the REAR wheels off the ground. This is in the recreational towing section of the owner's manual, page 711. If you do have a 4x4 then for base plates I recommend # RM-52289-4. And for a compatible tow bar I recommend the 10,000 pound capacity Blackhawk All-Terrain tow bar # RM-422. And for 10,000 pound safety cables I recommend...
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  • Is a Tow Bar Based Off of Curb Weight or Gross Vehicle Weight GVW
    The weight capacity of a tow bar will need to be based off of the gross vehicle weight (GVW) of your 2018 Ram 1500 Longhorn not the curb weight. Curb weight does not include any additional cargo or fluids present in the vehicle. What you will want to do to ensure you are within the weight capacity of the tow bar would be to load the vehicle up as you intend to tow it and take it to a commercial truck scale to have it weighed. If the GVW of your truck does not exceed the 6,000 lb capacity...
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  • How to Remove the Arms on the Roadmaster EZ Base Plates Once Installed on Vehicle
    To remove the base plate arms for the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, # RM-52289-4, first you just pull the spring loaded pin located on the base plate arms. While pin is pulled, rotate the arm 90-degrees until the arm will slide out of the base plate mount that is installed on your vehicle. To reinstall the arm, push the arm into the mount tube until pin is depressed. Turn the arm 90-degrees until pin snaps and locks arms into place.
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Set-up for 2017 Ram 1500
    For your 2017 Ram 1500, along with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-52289-4 I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-520. You will also need safety cables like # RM-645. Then for your wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will give you a 6-way connection on the front of your truck and will utilize your factory wiring while protecting it using diodes. The coiled...
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  • Roadmaster Base Plate, Rock Guard and Demco Tow Bar Adapter for 2017 Ram 1500 Big Horn
    You can use Roadmaster EZ base plate kit # RM-52289-4 on your 2017 Ram 1500 Big Horn. For a rock guard use part # RM-4000 and for the Demco tow bar adapter you can use part # RM-032.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2018 Ram 1500 Behind an RV with UTB 1000 Supplemental Braking System
    Since you already have a supplemental braking system there are just 4 additional major components you will need to flat tow your 2018 Ram 1500: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, and lighting. For base plates you can use # RM-52289-4. It will work with Big Horn models, Laramie models, and Laramine Longhorn models as well as several other models of the 2018 Ram 1500 including those with the EcoDiesel motor (if that is the type of diesel motor that is in your Ram). For a tow bar you...
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  • Roadmaster Base Plate Kit Recommendation for 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited
    There are two Roadmaster base plate kits that fit your 2017 Ram 1500 but the easier to use option is the Roadmaster Direct Connect kit part # RM-52289-5 since it doesn't require the use of the crossbar of your Falcon 2 Tow Bar part # RM-520. I attached an install video for this kit for you to check out as well. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow...
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  • Tow Bar for 2017 Ram 1500 and Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit
    I suggest the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 10K, # RM-422. The hassle-free latches on this hitch-mounted tow bar let you easily release your car, even at a hard angle or on unlevel ground. Stainless steel, telescoping arms and large hookup radius make connecting a snap. This is listed as compatible with all Roadmaster vehicle-specific base plates. Please note the attached link to product review and installation video on 2013 Ram.
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  • Is RM-032 Base Plate to Blue Ox Tow Bar Adapter Compatible With Roadmaster EZ Base Plates
    The Roadmaster base plate to Blue Ox tow bar adapter, part # RM-032 is compatible with all Roadmaster base plates EXCEPT for the MX, MS or EX5 series. Since the Roadmaster # RM-52289-4 you're inquiring about is an EZ series, the # RM-032 adapter will work great for you. In addition to the base plate, adapter and tow bar you'll also need safety cables, a taillight wiring harness, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter if the installed base plate has a height difference...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2017 Ram 1500 Longhorn
    For your 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn, I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # RM-52289-4. These base plates are compatible with your existing Roadmaster 5000 Tow Bar and feature a nice hidden bracket design that will provide improved aesthetics when compared to standard brackets. These are custom designed for your truck to ensure a perfect fit. All of the mounting hardware is included and I have attached the installation instructions for you to check out. If you do not have...
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  • Recommended base Plates And Adapter For 2015 Ram 1500 To Work With Excali-Bar Tow Bar
    If your Ram 1500 is a Sport or Express model, the base plates I recommend are part # RM-298-1. If your truck is not the Sport, Express, Laramie Limited, or Rebel, the base plates I recommend are part # RM-52289-4. You will then need the adapter # RM-032 that will let you use the base plates with your Excali-bar ll tow bar. The tow bar lighting kit I recommend is part # RM-154. This includes a 4-way connector to attach to your motorhome. The flex-Coil adapter I recommend to install between...
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  • Recommended Flat Tow Wiring And Complete System For 2017 Ram 1500
    For your 2017 Ram 1500, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will give you the connection wire to your motorhome, the 6 way on the front of your 2017 Ram 1500 and the diodes that let you connect to your factory wiring while protecting it from overload or feedback. This will give you a much cleaner connection than the # RM-154 and give you a wired supplemental braking option. In case you haven't completed your flat tow setup yet, I will...
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