etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Item # e98966
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etrailer Base Plates - e98966
- Removable Drawbars
- etrailer
- Twist Lock Attachment
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 etrailer, Demco, 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: 28-3/8"
- Bracket height: 14-1/2"
- 1-Year limited warranty
Simple, Invisible Design
Setting up these invisible base plates for use with your etrailer tow bar is fast and easy. They easily bolt onto the ends of your tow bar. 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
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
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.
| Type of Tow Bar | Adapter |
|---|---|
| Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500 | e98983 |
| Roadmaster Nighthawk, Sterling All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers 14,501 | e98984 |
| Roadmaster Eagle, Eagle 8000 | e98979 |
| Roadmaster Falcon 5250 | e98981 |
| Blue Ox | No adapter needed |
| Demco Kwik-Tow | No adapter needed |
| Curt Rambler | 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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Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2021 - 2022 GMC Canyon 4 Wheel Drive
- 2015 - 2020 GMC Canyon 4 Wheel Drive - with Adaptive Cruise Control
- 2015 - 2020 GMC Canyon 4 Wheel Drive - without Adaptive Cruise Control
- 2021 - 2022 Chevrolet Colorado 4 Wheel Drive
- 2015 - 2020 Chevrolet Colorado 4 Wheel Drive - with Adaptive Cruise Control
- 2015 - 2020 Chevrolet Colorado 4 Wheel Drive - without Adaptive Cruise Control
Customer Satisfaction Score:
96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Defective
- Arrived Damaged
Customer Reviews
etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - e98966
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (301 Customer Reviews)
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.by: William07/31/2023
Easy install, just mount it, run the wire to the break operator, plug it in and you’re good to go!
by: Mark 08/21/2023
Everything fed up great had to cut the toe hook holes larger by about an inch so the bumper would line up.
by: Kenny 08/09/2023
Has performed as advertised. Etrailer personnel have always been helpful in advising the correct products and procedures
by: Mike 06/16/2023
They mounted easy after the stock tow hooks came off.
by: Richard04/21/2023
Installing was not so bad with help of video
by: Bruce 09/26/2022
2018 Chevrolet Colorado
Parts delivered timely. Installation directions online were helpful. The product looks good on my 18 Colorado.
I would like to have seen plugs for when the arms are removed to keep debris out of the holes.
by: Richard 10/30/2022
Easy to install my self, great how to videos and support from staff via telephone!
by: Robert07/01/2023
heavy material, nice
by: Charles04/03/2023
Easy to install.
by: Roy01/15/2023
Thumbs up! If there’s a problem the staff will do their best to make things right. The videos for install are the best and very helpful…Keep up the good work.
by: Richard 09/27/2022
Lot of work but all went on as per instructions.
Thanks to all.
by: Richard 03/15/2023
Product arrived within a couple days after ordered
by: Ralph04/17/2021
Components fit and function well but, the rear bolt holes were slightly off causing some extra modifications. The etrailer installation videos were very helpful. However, there were several differences between my 2021 Colorado and the model in the videos. I suggest updating the cutouts in the instructions. They are very undersized this caused major difficulties reattaching the grill and facia.
by: Jeff 02/24/2023
kathryn was extremely helpful and I am thankful
by: Donald 01/13/2023
Fast shipping, simple to install, great product
by: James 08/19/2021
2018 GMC Canyon
4 1/2 hours to install by two people (one a mechanic on his day off). But quality was very high, once everything was removed it was easy to install, but the safety cables did interfere with the reinstall of the facia (grill, bumper, etc). You need help and someone who's very strong to remount the facia.
by: Raymond01/07/2022
Came with a part missing and I thought this will be impossible to get resolved.
I can't believe the awesome customer service, one email and they had the missing part out the next day. No hassle, no pain, no arguments!! I will be a customer for life!! etrailer ROCKS!!!
by: John 09/17/2022
Fits great
by: Thomas04/26/2022
did have to get a body shop to install them.
by: Lloyd 01/29/2022
by: Charles08/18/2021
Has worked well for a year. Easy to hook up and unhook!
by: Richard02/18/2021
Fast and friendly information.
by: Russell 09/15/2022
2016 Chevrolet Colorado
by: Tom 09/10/2022
by: Wayne 09/05/2022
2019 Chevrolet Colorado
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