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Get the strength of steel and the security of spring-loaded clasps with this pair of vinyl-coated safety cables. Each cable features a spring hook on one end and a quick-link on the other.
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Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today we're going to be installing the Roadmaster 64" Single Hook Straight Safety Cables, part number RM-645. In conjunction with the safety cables, this vehicle also has the Roadmaster Easy Floor Baseplate Kit installed, part number 523173-4, as well as the Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar, part number RM-522. We've already got everything else hooked up on our tow bar set up. All that's left to do is tie in our safety cables. We'll go ahead and take the end that has just the loop on it and we'll feed it through the slot here on the side of our falcon tow bar. Go ahead and take the end of our safety cable and we'll feed it through. We'll pull it out down on this end.
We'll go ahead and take one of the quick links that comes with the safety cables. Go ahead and feed it through the opening right here on the tow bar. We'll then attach the short safety cable that comes off the baseplate to the tow bar. Then we'll add in our new 64" safety cable. We'll then close the D-ring or the quick link up.
We'll then take our adjustable wrench here and we'll tighten it down. Then go ahead and repeat the same process over on the other side. Now all that's left to do is hook our ends with the hooks on them to the safety cable ring here on our hitch. You want to make sure that when you do that that you cross the safety cables, so you'll take the one from the passenger side and hook it over here on the driver side, like that. Then we'll repeat the same process for the other one. That will do it for our installation of the Roadmaster 64" Single Hook Safety Cables, part number RM-645.
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
This kit worked out great for my 2022 Chevy Equinox. I like how it has separate side plates, which make it easier to attach the main bar. The points where it attaches to the frame seem plenty secure. It is important to watch the videos provided by etrailer as Ryan is very thorough and has good tips for installing. I would also recommend installing additional wiring while having the front end off. Overall, I was able to complete in my driveway. The hardest part was sorting out the wiring for whatever braking and tail lights you decide on. William S helped me pick all the necessary components needed for flat towing behind my Jayco RV. I am looking forward to a summer of camping and having more freedom to explore the area, now having a car.
Excellent company to do business with. Best prices and quick delivery. I am a repeat customer and will continue to shop etrailer.com. I have saved money and time with every purchase. Shop around and you will find the selection and prices are the best. They also offer help, suggestions and direction for proper and safe use of all their products. They can't be beat.
it works as it was designed....didn't lose my car or anything else...but the wiring for a trailer didn't have any wire in it so the lights and all would not work and you could not repair it for their were no wire inside the insulation...only problem that I have ever had with etrailer
I ordered both the Front and Rear anti-sway bar upgrade kits. The install on my 2016 E450 was quite simple, and accomplished easily in my driveway. The kit for the front was a simple remove and replace the OEM bar. The rear kit required drilling two holes to accomodate new mounting points. Other than that, it was also simply a matter of removing a few bolts, and replacing the factory bar. Some minor nits associated with the kits. The washers included in the kit for the rear didn't fit the bolts, also included in the kit. And, the instructions for the front kit didn't include torque specs for the bolts. A quick trip to the local hardware store, and a call to Roadmaster tech support solved the respective problems. Oddly, the Roadmaster tech guy read me THEIR instruction over the phone, and they DID include the necessary specs. I've intalled these kits on two different motor homes now. They work GREAT, and I highly recommend them if you're towing and it feels like the vehicle has a bit more roll than you like. HOWEVER, I would note that the difficulty of installation can vary widely. If you're planning to install yourself, I highly recommend downloading the instructions in advance, and crawling under your vehicle to check on accessibility. For the E450 kit, you'll have to be able to get under there with a drill, and not drill through any cables/lines that may run along the frame rails. You'll also have to be able to get a (typically somewhat large) torque wrench up in there. My experience suggests this can be nearly impossible on some vehicles without access to a grease pit or lift. Good luck!
This will allow me to eliminate the cross bar for my tow vehicle saving me time.
Heavy Duty and just as expected, I have not used them yet as my motorhome has not been delivered. My etrailer representative Joshua was VERY helpful.
Randy
1/14/2022
Great Accessory, looks and works like day one
This was part of many Roadmaster components I ordered from etrailer.com to set up my 2014 Honda CRV as a toad. Etrailer's website is excellent and their review videos and installation videos are very helpful. Their tech service department is excellent as well.
These safety cables are well made and fit well in the channels of the Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain tow bar.
Note the etrailer video shows having to order extra rings to mount to the motorhome side. This is not necessary if you have a new Roadmaster baseplate with wide hole safety cabel attachment points. The looped ends and rings provided on the safety cab els should mount to the motorhome (and stay with the tow bar when disconnected and folded). The other end with the spring hinged hooks easily hook onto the baseplate with wide holes for the hooks.
Happy with these cables.
Work great. Very good quality. Still in great working order.
Used these with the Raodmaster Blackhawk 2 Tow bar and the Direct connect base kit with removable arms. They were easy to run thru the channels on the tow bar and did not hang down excessively. Very easy to connect with the hooks on one end and the O rings on the other. Would recommend!
Peggy A.
8/24/2020
The cables are well made and very easy to take on and off. they fit well into the tow bar with ample play to them. Great purchase!
I installed the safety cables and they appear to be a good quality product.
I just received my locking pins and my safety cables for my road master tow hitch . I am very pleased that they fit perfectly for my tow hitch and the safety cables were a lot mor heavy duty ready then expected. Thank you e trailer for my order and on a timely arrival time for free shipping . I would gladly recommend your web site for all who need quality merchandise. Thank you. Sincerely Darrell
Darrell
9/30/2020
Working great
Just What I needed. The quality is excellent and the shipping was "Fantastic"
I have ordered several variations of RoadMaster towing accessories from etrailer over the years. etrailer is always helpful when I have a question, if they don't know the answer, they will send you where you can find the correct parts for your needs. That was the case with this order, my previous hook-up used the EZ hook safety cables. I bought a new Jeep to tow and the new base plate does not accept the EZ Hook Cables. After a conversation with etrailer customer service, they had me call RoadMaster for the solution RM-645 must be used. Ordered from etrailer and in just a few days the cables came in the mail. (I thought etrailer should have given free shipping, after all the products I have bought for over$100.00, but I guess not...) even with economy shipping, the cables arrived in short order. I am one of many satisfied etrailer customers, I'm sure.
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Ron
8/27/2017
After using the new cables for a year, the safety cables fit through the Roadmaster guide channels and have worked flawlessly ever since. I know thwere are other brands of tyowing set ups out there, but I am a Roadmaster satisfied customer!
Simple piece and install. if needed etrailer has videos to help.
What design criteria did you use for these safety cables purposely built for tow bar applications. The length should've been based on the tow bar sliding tube being fully extended. the 64 inch safety cables are too long for the Nighthawk 10,000lb off-road I'm using--by about 10-11 inches. So, I have to "loop" the excess and tie it with a small plastic tie. I've flat towed about 13,000 miles at this point and on our last trip, one of my plastic ties broke and one of my safety cables was scraping the road and was damaged. I need cables that are 54 inches and will hang well above the ground with just a little slack.
Brooke M.
9/4/2024
Take a look at part # DM9523051, and see if that seems like a better fit for you. 54 in. long and have more weight capacity, too.
Good product great price
looks good
Had previously used coiled safety cables. Needed to go with straight cables because the new tow bar I had provided tracks to contain all the cables. These new, straight cables fit perfectly and have performed well.
Has worked flawlessly.
Great fit for my 2025 Maverick
Work well, we will see if they hold up.
Shipping was fast product is good, but could be offered in shorter lengths
Great product. I needed longer Saftety Cables after installing a swing away coupler on my boat trailer tongue. This worked out very well. Well designed and arrived on time .
Randy B.
3/20/2016
I am completely satisfied. Great product and great sales staff. I could not be happier.
I am using this in conjunction with a Roadmaster Sterling tow bar connecting my class A motorhome to my new Jeep Wrangler. I put a Rock Hard 4x4 bumper on the Jeep so I could connect my tow bar directly to the frame of the Jeep. This set of cables connected to the RV through the channel of the tow bar, but becaus the hooks are small in size, I had to take off the 3/4" "D" ring off the front of the Jeep and replace it with a 1/2" "d" ring...otherwise it was perfect.
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Steve M.
2/27/2014
After a year all is well. The safety cables show no sign of wear and have provided peace of mind for many, many miles.