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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: RM86MR
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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 RM86MR 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 - RM86MR

  • 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.



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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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  • Best Roadmaster Base Plate Kit for a 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500
    I personally prefer the Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM86MR over the Crossbar-Style # RM76MR for your 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 because it is easier to connect and, as a result, it isn't as bulky so it makes your whole flat towing setup look a little cleaner. The Crossbar-Style kit has to connect to tow bars by using the Crossbar Assembly # 910021-00 so it's just another piece that HAS to be used in flat towing and since there are already a lot of steps and connections needed in a flat...
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  • Complete Flat Tow Parts For 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4
    We can get your 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4 set up with a complete system for flat towing, and I'll go ahead and list out all the parts you need to make it easy to order: - Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM86MR - Tow Bar: Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676 - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-152 - Battery Disconnect - GAS Engine: Roadmaster Battery Disconnect # RM-766 OR - Battery Disconnect - DIESEL...
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  • Recommended Baseplate For A 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 4WD With Adaptive Cruise Control
    According to Roadmaster the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM86MR is going to be a fit for your vehicle and doesn't have any indicators that adaptive cruise control will be an issue with fitment. You will have to remove any tow hooks since these will be taking their place on the frame and Diesel models will require trimming of the air baffles. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing equipment then I have the following recommendations for you: Tow Bar: etrailer...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500
    To flat tow a 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar item # RM-576 and item # RM-674 Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms item # RM86MR Battery Disconnect - Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch item # RM-766 Wiring Harness - Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles item # RM-152-98146-7 Supplemental Braking System - SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental...
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  • Recommended Parts Need to Flat Tow a 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500
    To flat tow a 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar item # RM-576 and item # RM-674 Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms item # RM86MR Battery Disconnect - Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch item # RM-766 Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267 Supplemental Braking System - SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking...
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  • Recommended Baseplate For A 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2
    According to our fitguide, as well as Blue Ox and Roadmaster's fitguides, the only exclusion is for EV models so there is a baseplate fit for your Silverado. I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM86MR. These baseplates will replace the factory tow hooks. From there you'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, braking system, and safety cables. If you haven't picked these out already then I have the following recommendations: Tow Bar: etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow...
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  • Which Base Plate Fits 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2
    For a base plate that fits your 2024 Silverado 1500 ZR2 I recommend the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM86MR. This has removable arms and hidden brackets for a clean look when not in use. This is compatible with Roadmaster tow bars like the Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar # RM-676. I attached an installation video below for your reference.
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  • What Gear Should You Put a 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 In for Flat-Towing
    I have attached for you below the flat-tow procedures for a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 directly from the manual. Please note, only four wheel drive models with a two speed transfer case can be flat-towed. The transmission will be placed in park with the transfer case in neutral. 1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle, facing forward and on a level surface. 2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 3. Apply the parking brake and start the engine. 4....
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  • Best Base Plate And Flat Tow Setup For 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500
    Hello David, thanks for reaching out. Both the Roadmaster base plates you mentioned, the # RM86MR and # RM76MR will fit the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500LT. The difference is the # RM86MR is the direct connect base plate, while # RM76MR is the crossbar style base plate. The crossbar style is more of an old-school design that requires additional components. The direct connect # RM86MR is definitely what you will want to go with, and yes that will work great with the # RM-676 tow bar. That...
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  • Recommended Tow Bar for 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
    Hi Reggie; for your 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 I recommend the etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate # e84ZR. Then for a base plate kit you can use the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM86MR. The tow bar comes with integrated safety cables so you won't have to purchase them separately. It also features an adjustable head and shank to help keep the tow bar level between the motorhome and your Silverado.
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  • Roadmaster Base Plate Kit that Fits 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500
    Roadmaster does offer a base plate kit that fits your 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the part # RM86MR. The kit you referenced fits older Chevy trucks. 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 Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For lighting/safety cables, locks,...
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  • Recommended Braking System For A 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 With Various Motorhomes
    Hey Jim, Yes, you just need a portable braking system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. This system would sit against the driver's seat and press the brake pedal when it senses the motorhome start to decelerate. It has a monitor that will sit on the dash of the motorhome and will require a cigarette-style 12v outlet # RM-9332 for power. The braking system itself will also require the same style outlet. I've attached a couple of videos below where you can see how these both install...
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