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If you want a neat look when you’re not towing, this base plate keeps things tidy. The brackets sit far back on the frame for a low-profile finish, and once the drawbars are removed, the remaining mounts are virtually invisible. Because they’re tucked behind the grille, they stay protected from scrapes and road debris while preserving your vehicle’s original appearance.
When it’s time to hook up, the direct-connect arms slide in, twist to lock, and click securely into place. Built-in pull rings make removal just as easy—pull to release, twist back, and slide out. The design eliminates the need for a quick-disconnect crossbar and connects directly to your motor-home-mounted Roadmaster tow bar for a cleaner setup that saves time during every hitch-up.
This kit bolts directly to the frame for solid towing strength without any welding. Each bracket is computer-cut from all-steel stock and finished with a black powder coat that stands up to corrosion. It’s designed to spread loads evenly through the chassis so it feels stable and secure mile after mile of flat towing.
Installation is simple with no welding required. The kit comes complete with mounting hardware and clear instructions so you can line everything up accurately and get a snug fit on your first go. Once installed, connecting your Roadmaster motor-home-mounted tow bar—like the Nighthawk, Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, or Falcon 2—is quick and intuitive every time you hit the road.
Ratings & Reviews
The folks at etrailer are fantastic. I didn't know everything I needed to tow my car behind our RV... but they did! Everything I needed was in the boxes and the videos made it all come together. Thank you to everyone at etrailer!
Very fast shipping, and the install was easy. Great product
Awesome instructions! Install was fairly easy. Product is very high quality and solid construction. Thank you E Trailer!
Easy to install needed to replace some fasteners as they broke removing front grill was able to get them from Amazon cheap
Easy installation! Etrailer videos are very informative and helpful! Always great to have a helper too!
This Road Master Direct connect base plate works perfectly for a 2020 ford transit cargo 250! Awesome service from etrailer as usual! The finished product can barely be seen through the front fascia!
It was shipped promply. I installed it myself using the included step by step instructions and videos from etrailer. It all went well (though I had to come back and reconnect the sensor plug- my bad).
I tow a Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk and this base plate is nearly invisible when not towing. Works well.
I bought and installed this tow plate one year ago on my 2013 Jeep Wrangler. I bought this particular plate due to the jeep having a Barricade off-road bumper. This plate attaches a bit lower than other plates and prevented having to modify the bumper. Installation was easy involving only hand tools. The plate comes with all needed bolts and attachments. I have towed this Jeep several thousand miles behind my RV with absolutely no issues. As an aside, I use a Roadmaster Night Hawk tow bar which is also an excellent product. Both are expensive, but I believe cheaping-out on safety is no a good idea. I highly recommend this product.
This works perfect with my Roadmaster tow bar. It was a little difficult to install since I had to remove the front end of the Trailblazer, but with the good directions that came with it and some you tube videos made the installation easier.
Pathetic and just talking to Noah he states he will get to my issue later when he has time!! My car is on jacks all torn apart and I think Roadmaster gas misled advertising. This 523228-5 baseplate is NOT MADE FOR 2026 CHEVY TRAX!!!
Had these installed at Lester’s Automotive in Boerne,Texas…First class service all the way. Paul and his crew worked through lunch for over 4 hours to install these on our 2026 Ford Ranger. Also ran the wire and hooked up my auxiliary tow lights. The price for this was very reasonable and would highly recommend them for all r.v. needs even if not real close to the Boerne area. R.V park within reasonable distance if needed.
Etrailer comes through again! This was a great savings as a used kit, but it was even better than the description online. I have installed (4) baseplates on and etrailer.com has given me great videos to watch and good instructions to follow. Couldn't be more pleased with the quality, service and delivery times.
Works and looks good
Worked great for our 2022 Encore GX. Videos were extremely helpful for the installation
Would not respond to a phone call or answer a simple question. No more business with etrailer for me.
Quality is very good
Installation instructions are clear
Very good product
Great fit - The instructions were spot on. etrailer’s instruction videos are extremely helpful. I rate the level of difficulty on the GX to be moderate due to the difficulty removing/installing the front fascia.
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Bill
11/15/2023
Very easy to connect and disconnect Initial setup was easy