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1998 Ford Escort
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: RM-524454-5
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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1998 Ford Escort

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Designed for use with motor-home-mounted tow bars, the direct-connect brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and remove, and they eliminate the need for a quick-disconnect crossbar on your tow bar. Installs on your vehicle's frame. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Roadmaster. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number RM-524454-5 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-524454-5

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

Designed for use with motor-home-mounted tow bars, the direct-connect brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and remove, and they eliminate the need for a quick-disconnect crossbar on your tow bar. Installs on your vehicle's frame.


Features:

  • Direct-connect brackets provide attachment points for your motor-home-mounted tow bar
  • Streamlined design creates supremely clean look
    • No obtrusive quick-disconnect crossbar
    • Hidden brackets sit even farther back than standard brackets
  • Drawbars attach and remove quickly and easily
    • Arms click to lock in place in brackets
    • Built-in pull rings let you unlock arms so you can twist and remove them
  • 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 motor-home-mounted tow bars only
  • Instructions and mounting hardware included
  • Made in the USA
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty


Note: Roadmaster direct-connect base plates will only work with Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a trailer hitch, such as the Nighthawk, Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, or Falcon 2. These base plates will not work with tow bars that require a hitch ball.


The drawbars, or front arms, on this 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 each arm, simply tug the built-in pull pin to disengage the lock, twist the arm back and pull it out of the bracket. 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.



524454-5 Road Master EZ-5 Base Plate Kit

Installation Details RM-524454-5 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

  • 2015 - 2018 Ford Edge 3.5L V6 - with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2015 - 2018 Ford Edge 3.5L V6 - without Adaptive Cruise Control


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Designed for use with motor-home-mounted tow bars, the direct-connect brackets are virtually invisible, easy to mount and remove, and they eliminate the need for a quick-disconnect crossbar on your tow bar. Installs on your vehicle's frame.

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  • Complete Flat Tow Setup for a 2017 Ford Edge SEL
    Joe, your 2017 Ford Edge SEL can be flat towed and I'm going to get you setup with everything you'll need. The first thing you're going to need is a base plate - which is essentially the anchor point for your vehicle and the motorhome. Personally, I'd go with anything Roadmaster that uses direct connection like # RM-524454-5. These guys have been pretty consistent in putting out a good product and they've been around a while so they've got the kinks worked out. The next piece of the puzzle...
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  • Procedure and Equipment Needed to Flat Tow 2015 Ford Edge SEL Behind Motorhome
    According to what I've read in the owner's manual, your Edge can indeed be flat towed if the specific procedures listed in the manual are followed precisely. To flat tow your Edge, hook up to the motorhome then press and hold the brake to the floor. Start the vehicle and shift into Neutral with the brake pedal still pressed then turn off the vehicle. On a keyless start equipped vehicle, push the keyless start button one to shut off. If the vehicle has an ignition key, turn the vehicle...
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  • Is 2018 Ford Edge SEL with 3.5 liter Engine Flat Towable
    Yes, I checked and all versions of the 2018 Ford Edge that have the 3.5 liter engine and 6 speed manual transmission are flat towable as-is. For a base plate you'd want the part # RM-524454-5 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 Terrain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which...
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  • Will the Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles Work on a 2015 Ford Edge SEL
    I do have an option but the Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit part # HM56011 will only fit the 2015 Ford Edge Sport/Titanium, not the 2015 Ford Edge SEL. The 2015 Ford Edge SEL has variable voltage taillights which is where the issue lies. Therefore, you will need to use the Roadmaster Wiring Kit part # RO44FR which requires splicing. There are no plug and play flat-tow wiring harnesses for a 2015 Ford Edge SEL unfortunately. I have attached some other parts you might need as well below. Roadmaster...
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  • Can I Use Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar With Roadmaster EZ-5 Base Plate On Ford Edge
    You can use the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar with the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part # RM-524454-5 for the 2015-2018 Ford Edge 3.5L V6 with the Roadmaster to Blue Ox adapter part # BX88185. This adapter is compatible wit the Aladdin Tow bar and the EZ5 base plates. You will also need replacement base pins part # RM-910029 because the Blue Ox pins are too small.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2017 Ford Edge with Push-Button Start Behind a Motorhome
    The battery does have to be disconnected to flat tow your 2017 Ford Edge with push-button start. The automatic battery disconnect, # RM-766, is recommended to do this automatically so you won't have to spend time doing it manually. This disconnect has been used on the positive terminal with other vehicles and I see no reason why you couldn't do the same on your Edge. If you need all of the other parts to flat tow your Edge then I recommend the following parts: Base plates: # RM-524454-5...
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  • How to Use the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar on a 2015 Ford Edge
    Yes, the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar part # RM-522 will work with the Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plate Kit part # RM-524454-5 on your 2015 Ford Edge AWD. You just need to use the included pins/clips, not the entire crossbar. If you need any other parts to setup your Edge for flat-towing (wiring harness, supplemental braking, or safety cables) please let me know and I would be happy to offer some recommendations.
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