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etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: e98955
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Tow Bar Base Plate

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Get a clean, factory look for your car when it's not being towed by using these invisible base plates. Tabs remain on tow bar arms and easily secure to base plate receivers with a quick turn. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from etrailer. etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number e98955 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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etrailer Tow Bar Base Plate - e98955

  • etrailer
  • Removable Draw Bars
  • Twist Lock Attachment
  • Completely Hidden

Get a clean, factory look for your car when it's not being towed by using these invisible base plates. Tabs remain on tow bar arms and easily secure to base plate receivers with a quick turn. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.


Features:

  • Custom-fit base plates provide attachment points for your tow bar
  • Invisible design creates seamless, clean look
    • No obtrusive crossbar or protruding brackets
    • Covers keep dirt and debris out of base plate receivers when you're not towing
  • Included tabs connect directly to your tow bar arms
    • Just insert the tab into the base plate and secure with the included safety pin
    • No need to remove, and possibly misplace, drawbar arms
  • Sturdy, dependable design
    • Spreads towing force evenly to minimize weight placed on suspension
    • Constructed of durable steel
  • Simple installation - no welding required
    • Bolts securely to your vehicle's chassis
  • Electrical bracket lets you easily mount a round electrical connector plug
  • Instructions and necessary hardware included
  • Compatible with all Demco, etrailer, and Blue Ox tow bars
    • Adaptable for use with Roadmaster tow bars (adapters sold separately)
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Distance between brackets: 21"
  • Bracket height: 16"
  • 1-Year limited warranty


Simple, Invisible Design

Setting up these invisible base plates for use with your etrailer tow bar is fast and easy. Just remove the attachment lugs from the ends of your tow bar arms and replace them with these tabs. Then you can just insert the tow bar arms into the base plate receivers to hook up. There's no need to remove the tabs from your tow bar, so you won't run the risk of misplacing tabs. And because the tabs remain on your tow bar at all times instead of protruding from your vehicle , your car maintains a clean look when it's not being towed.


Easy Hookup and Disconnect

Demco Base Plate Tabless Hookup

Using the etrailer invisible base plates to attach and remove your tow bar couldn't be easier. With the base plate tabs attached to your tow bar arms, simply insert the tabs into the receivers on your vehicle and twist to lock them in place. Insert the included pull pins to add an extra layer of security, ensuring the tabs stay put. To remove each arm, simply tug the pull pin to disengage the lock, twist the tow bar arm, and pull the tab out of the bracket.


Receiver Covers

etrailer Tabless Base Plate Ear Pull Cover

Keep dirt and debris out of the base plate receivers with the included covers. These high-density polyethylene covers easily snap into place over each pull point when your tow bar is not attached. Limiting internal corrosion makes it easier to slide the tabs in and out and helps to prevent seizing so that the tabs don't get stuck.


Tow Bar Adapters

If you have a tow bar from a different manufacturer, an adapter may be available. etrailer offers adapters for use with other tow bars so that you don't have to go through the added hassle and expense of replacing your tow bar when outfitting your new towed car with base plates.


Demco Tabless Base Plate Adapters

Type of Tow Bar Adapter
Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain, Sterling All-Terrain, Blackhawk 2 All-Terrain, and Falcon All-Terrain e98983
Roadmaster Falcon 2 or Tracker e99037
Blue Ox (excludes Embassador) No adapter needed
Demco Kwik-Tow e98987
Demco Victory Series No adapter needed

etrailer Technical Support

At etrailer we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your base plates. The technicians at etrailer perform flat tow installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



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Get a clean, factory look for your car when it's not being towed by using these invisible base plates. Tabs remain on tow bar arms and easily secure to base plate receivers with a quick turn. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.

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    Thank you for passing on that the Demco tabs part # DM86MV from the etrailer base plate kits like the part # e98955 are a fit for the Roadmaster D-Ring adapter part # RM-031-5. The reason we didn't have them listed as a fit was basically just a matter of not having test fit them so we just didn't know until you did it for us.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Honda CR-V Behind a Motorhome
    I am assuming you mean you want to flat tow your 2014 Honda CR-V, as in pull it behind your motorhome. To do that you will need 5 main parts (and possibly some other parts that your specific vehicle requires). I have included these parts below with a brief description of what each one does as well as a recommendation. Base Plate Kit: This is a custom fit part to your CR-V and provides the attachment point for the tow bar coming from your motorhome. I recommend the etrailer Invisible Base...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2014 Honda CR-V
    Yes, both the AWD and the front wheel drive models of the 2014 Honda CR-V can be flat towed. To flat tow your 2014 Honda CR-V you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar item # e34ZR Base Plate Kit - etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit item # e98955 Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267 Supplemental Braking System - Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System item # HM39524 High...
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  • Can a 2014 Honda CR-V AWD Be Flat-Towed
    Yes, a 2014 Honda CR-V AWD can be flat-towed with all four wheels down. In order to do so you'll need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and braking system. I have attached my recommendation for each of these components below. etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit part # e98955 etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar part # e34ZR Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles part # HM56304 Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System part # BLU37TR Roadmaster 12 Volt Outlet Kit...
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  • Will Blue Ox Tow Bar Fit etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit
    Yes, all you need is an adapter and you can use a Blue Ox tow bar - except for the Embassador and Avail - with the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98955: - Adapter for Blue Ox Tow Bar to etrailer Invisible Base Plates # e98986
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  • Parts Needed To Flat-Tow a 2013 Honda CR-V
    In order to flat-tow a 2013 Honda CR-V you'll need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring, and a braking system. I have attached for you below some middle of the road options as far as price goes. etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit part # e98955 etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar part # e34ZR Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit part # RM-154 Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System part # HM39494 * Fuses must be pulled prior to towing per owner's manual.
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  • Can I Flat-Tow My 2012 Honda CR-V EX with 2-Wheel Drive?
    Yes! I confirmed with your Honda owner's manual that you can flat-tow your 2-wheel drive 2012 Honda CR-V EX. In order to have a complete setup, you need a base plate, a tow bar, a tow braking system, safety cables, vehicle tow wiring, and fuse bypasses. For a list of recommended parts, I suggest the following setup: - etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # e98955 - Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522 - Blue Ox Safety Cables # BX88196 - Brake Buddy Classic 3 # HM39494 -...
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    In order to flat-tow a 2014 Honda CR-V you'll need a few components such as base plates, tow bar, braking system, and flat-tow wiring harness. I will attached these parts for you below along with a few other recommendations. etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit part # e98955 etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar part # e34ZR Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System part # SM99251 Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit part # RM-88400 Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring...
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  • Are etrailer Base Plates Compatible with a Roadmaster Stowmaster Tow Bar
    I have a solution for you, but the etrailer Base Plates # e98955 are not compatible with a Roadmaster Stowmaster # RM-501 tow bar; the Stowmaster is only compatible with Roadmaster EZ, EZ2, EZ4, XL, and Classic vehicle specific base plates. For this reason, in order to use the Roadmaster Stowmaster # RM-501 you will need to use the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521567-4 on your 2013 Honda CR-V. This tow bar and base plate kit does not come with safety cables,...
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  • Baseplate Needed For A 2014 Honda CR-V With A Demco Excali-Bar Tow Bar
    Hi Les, For a 2014 Honda CR-V and Demco Excali-Bar # DM9511013 you could use either the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519328 or etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98955. Both are compatible with your tow bar and are currently in stock so you should be able to get one of them in time for your trip.
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    The etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98955 for your 2013 Honda CR-V is compatible with the Ready Brute Elite tow bar if you get the Clevis Adapter part 857768004272 from Ready Brute. An alternative that you can get through us would be the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2258 along with the Adapter Brackets # BX88297. Both base plate kits feature removeable arms so in regards to how they look when you aren't towing they are pretty comparable. Installation videos for both base plate kits...
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  • Is etrailer Base Plate Kit for 2014 Honda CR-V Compatible With Blue Ox Aladdin 4325
    Hi John; the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98955 is compatible with the now discontinued Blue Ox Aladdin 4325. In addition to the base plate kit and tow bar you will need safety cables, tow bar wiring, and a supplemental braking system. I recommend the following: -Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables # BX88196 -Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 -Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes # SM99251 -Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay...
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    I'm seeing you purchased the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar 10K # RM-422 so you'll need the Roadmaster Tow Bar to Demco Base Plates Adapter Item # RM-034 to connect to your etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit Item # e98955. If you have a different tow bar that I didn't see here then please reply back and I'll confirm the fitment for you.
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  • Compatibility of Demco Commander Tow Bar with etrailer Brand e98955 Base Plate on 2014 Honda CR-V
    If you go with the etrailer.com brand # e98955 tabless base plate, it will be compatible with your Demco Commander Victory series tow bar. The base plates actually include the necessary adapter, which I've circled in the provided photo. The hardware needed to bolt that adapter to the ends of your tow bar is also provided. I've linked to an installation video showing the etrailer # e98955 base plates being installed on a 2014 Honda CR-V like yours and a list of recommended items needed...
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  • Will Roadmaster Tow Bar to Demco Base Plates Adapter Work with etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit
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    I can definitely help with that, Bob. I will start with a list of parts, then include a few important notes. Here are the parts I recommend for towing your 2012 Honda CR-V: - etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # e98955 - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # e34ZR - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 - Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Wireless Monitor - Proportional # DM86VR It...
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  • Where To Get etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit Installed on a 2013 Honda CR-V
    If you need to find someone who can install the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit part # e98955 for you on your 2013 Honda CR-V you'll want to use our installer locator tool on the product page under the videos which I have pointed out below. If you need any other parts to complete your setup you can check out the list I have created for you below. etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar part # e34ZR Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part # RM-15267 Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable...
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  • Looking For Parts For Flat Towing A 2014 Honda CR-V And Installation Services
    Hello, thanks for reaching out. Here is a list of parts I recommend for flat towing your 2014 Honda CR-V: - etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # e98955 - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # e34ZR - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 - Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional # SM99251 - Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400 Keep in...
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