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• Will the Roadmaster StowMaster 5000 Tow Bar Work With D-Ring Adapters on a 2000 Jeep Wrangler
  I do have an option for you but the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar part # RM-501 (StowMaster 5000) is not compatible with the Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts part # RM-035-1 nor is there an adapter that will allow you to do so. The Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts are only compatible with motorhome mounted tow bars and the StowMaster is a vehicle mounted tow bar. Therefore, I have two options for you which are to purchase a motorhome mounted tow bar like the Roadmaster Falcon...
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• What Is Difference In Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 1420-1, And # 1424-1, For 2002 Jeep Wrangler
  For your 2002 Jeep Wrangler the difference in the base plates is different application for what type of bumper you will have on your vehicle. The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 1420-1, will fit a 1999 to 2002 Jeep Wrangler single tube bumper or a U-channel bumper. The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # RM-521424-4, will fit a 1997 to 2006 Jeep Wrangler double tube bumper and fits the Unlimited and the Rubicon. It will not work on Jeeps with front leaf springs. The visible portions of...
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• Recommended Items Needed When Flat-Towing 2002 Jeep Wrangler
  When flat-towing a vehicle like your 2002 Jeep Wrangler behind your motorhome, there are 5 items needed. You will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring for the towed vehicle and most states now require a supplemental brake system. Just in case you do not have all of these items I will make some recommendations that will work for you. For base plates I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # RM-521424-4 if you have a double tube. These feature a hidden bracket...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ
  To flat tow your 2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ, I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 1420-1. The arms of this kit can be removed when you are not towing your Jeep to maintain the look of the Jeep. For a tow bar that is compatible with these base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-520. This tow bar features a quick-disconnect system to allow you to quick and easily mount and remove the tow bar. The telescoping arms help make hook up easier and will...
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• Fit And Compatibility Of Base Plates For Jeep Wrangler U-Channel Bumper On 2003 And 2005 Models
  As models change, their towing ratings often change or the specific area of the frame is redesigned, either of which could be the case for your father-in-laws 2003 TJ Wrangler. Roadmaster determined that the mounting location of the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 1420-1 wasn't sufficient so they replaced it with the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521424-4. Even though it may "work" it is not intended to and is not recommended. The # RM-521424-4...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2002 Jeep Wrangler
  To flat tow your 2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ, I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 1420-1. The arms of this kit can be removed when you are not towing your Jeep to maintain the look of the Jeep. For a tow bar that is compatible with these base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-520. This tow bar features a quick-disconnect system to allow you to quick and easily mount and remove the tow bar. The telescoping arms help make hook up easier and will...
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• Why Do I Need To Use A Base Plate Kit To Flat Tow 2001 Jeep Wrangler With My 2001 Dodge Ram 1500
  You would need to use a base plate kit to safely attach the tow bar and have a secure, safe towing setup to flat-tow your 2001 Jeep Wrangler with your 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. Before towing, you will want to check the towing capacity of your Dodge Ram as you will not want to exceed it. You will also want to consult your Jeep manual for specific steps needed to take when flat towing. Some vehicles must be equipped with a transmission lube pump, axle disconnect or free-wheeling hubs before they...
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• Tow Bar Recommendation for 2002 Jeep Wrangler
  We do have a selection of high-quality tow bars but as of this writing we do not have any ReadyBrute products. We carry most towing accessories but not from every manufacturer of every product. This allows us to gain the most knowledge and expertise on what we do carry as opposed to just stocking every item on the market. The best option to go with the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 1420-1 among the options you listed is definitely the Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 because it...
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• Flat Towing Parts Needed for a 2001 Jeep Wrangler
  The Roadmaster XL base plates # 1420-1 for your 2001 Jeep Wrangler are compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Jeep Wrangler
  Supplemental braking systems for flat towing a vehicle, like the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251, activate the brakes of a vehicle that has power brakes even with the vehicle off. When there is no vacuum in the system a vehicle with power brakes can still have the brakes applied. You just have to push much harder. The Patriot basically just pushes much harder since the brakes aren't being assisted by vacuum. You will also need a base plate kit. For that you would need the # 1420-1 as long as...
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• Base Plates for 2000 Jeep Wrangler and Other Components Need For Toad
  For a 2000 Jeep Wrangler, I recommend the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 1420-1 which is compatible with your Falcon 5250 tow bar. Other components recommended for your toad: RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643 Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # HM56202 SMI Air Force One # SM99243 # RM-88400 relay is required to prevent the towed vehicle's brake signal from overriding the turn signal from the RV when applying the brakes during...
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• Availability of Roadmaster Base Plate Kit that Fits 1999 Jeep Wrangler
  The Roadmaster base plate kit part # 1420-1 is the correct fit for your 1999 Jeep Wrangler and it is only sold as a complete kit with both the removable arms and the portion that attaches to the vehicle frame.
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• Base Plates and Flat Towing Accessories for 2001 Jeep Wrangler
  Since you have a Roadmaster tow bar, your best bet would be to use a Roadmaster Base Plate. The base plate kit you need will depend on the front bumper of your Wrangler. If you have a U-channel or single tube bumper, use # 1420-1. If you have a double tube bumper with NO front leaf springs, use part # RM-521424-4. If you do not already have safety cables, use # RM-643 for a coiled cable or # RM-645 if you prefer a straight cable. You will also need to wire your Wrangler for flat towing....
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• Base Plate Kit for a 1999 Jeep Wrangler with a U-Channel Bumper
  The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit with Removeable Arms # 1420-1 is the correct base plate kit for your 1999 Jeep Wrangler with a U-channel bumper. This base plate kit will work great for you as long as your Wrangler is a left-hand drive/steering model. The XL Base Plate Kit # 1420-1 will work great with the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520.
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• Does The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit # 1420-1 Include Drivers And Passenger Drawbars
  The Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, part # 1420-1, is a base plate kit that includes both drawbars and is attached to a Jeep Wrangler for towing purposes. The base plate brackets bolt to the Jeep Wrangler and the drawbars are attached to the tow bar. The drawbars are inserted into the base plates to connect the tow bar to the Jeep Wrangler that is being towed. See picture. The Replacement Drawbars for Roadmaster 1420-1 Base Plate, part # RM-ARMS.
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• Roadmaster Base Plates for 2001 Jeep Wrangler
  For your 2001 Jeep Wrangler with U-channel bumper, I would go with # 1420-1 base plate kit, because it features removable arms. Being able to remove the base plate arms maintains the look of your Wrangler when you are not flat towing and by removing the additional arm length, it helps prevent many a shin injury. Before towing your Wrangler, I would recommend checking with the dealer for additional instructions regarding flat towing. In many cases, additional modifications need to be made...
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• Will RoadMaster StowMaster Tow Bar - 6,000 lbs, #RM-501, Fit on 1999 Jeep Wrangler with Flat Bumper
  The RoadMaster StowMaster Car-Mounted Tow Bar - 6,000 lbs, # RM-501, is a very good application on your 1999 Jeep Wrangler with the flat U-channel bumper being towed by a GMC 2500 HD. It does not include any safety cables or base plate brackets. You will need to purchase the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 1420-1, which attaches to the tow vehicle frame. These brackets then allow the tow bar to attach to the tow vehicle. I also have safety cables available for the tow bar. You can use...
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• Base Plate and Quick Disconnect for the Duncan Towmaster II Tow Bar On a 2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
  The base plate kit for your 2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara will depend on the style of front bumper you have on your Jeep. If you have the double tube bumper you will need the Roadmaster EX4 Base Plate Kit, item # RM-521424-4. If you have the single tube bumper you will need the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, item # 1420-1 and if you have the U-Channel bumper you will need the Roadmaster Standard Base Plate Kit, item # 1417-1. To have quick disconnects to use with the RoadMaster Base Plates...
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• Recommended Items Needed To Flat-Tow 2001 Jeep Wrangler With U-Channel Bumper
  Most of the base plates we offer for your 2001 Wrangler do require drilling of the vehicle frame for installation. We do have one kit that does not drill into the frame. It is the Roadmaster Classic # 1417-1. Per the installation instructions this bracket kit is designed to fit on the top and bottom of the bumper and utilizes existing bumper and tow hook mounting points for attachment. If you decide you will drill through the frame I recommend part # 1420-1. When installing this kit you...
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• Best Tow Bar for Flat Towing a 2002 Jeep Wrangler
  The Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676 is the cream of the crop when it comes to tow bars, with its long arms, LED lights, integrated safety cables and light weight that makes it easy to handle. So it is the best tow bar for your 2002 Jeep Wrangler, just note that you will also need the Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly # 910021-00 for use with the recommended base plates for your 2002 Wrangler, the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 1420-1. There...
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• Sway Control Activates On 2015 Ford F-250 When Flat-Towing 1999 Jeep Wrangler
  If you have anti-sway on your 2015 F-250, adding weight to the rear of the truck may not keep the system from becoming activated. The best solution would be to go slower when driving on roads with uneven surfaces. The # RP66022 you came from is a weight distribution system that is intended to be used with trailer towing and is not designed to flat-tow a vehicle. There are 5 items needed when you flat-tow a vehicle. If you do not have all the items needed I will make some recommendations...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2000 Jeep Wrangler
  The factory front bumper of your 2000 Jeep Wrangler is most likely the U-channel bumper so for a base plate kit you would want the part # 1420-1. This is also a fit for if you have a single tube bumper. If you had a double tube bumper instead you would want the part # RM-521424-4. 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 2, # RM-520....
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Edition
  The first thing you need to flat tow your 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part # 1420-1 which is a confirmed fit. 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, and...
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• How Does Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System Operate on a 2002 Jeep Wrangler
  The Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System, # SM99251 uses vacuum pressure to activate a mechanical linkage. We have an installation video created of the Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System being installed on a 2010 Jeep Wrangler, please note the link below. For a complete list of items needed to flat tow a 2002 Jeep, I recommend: - Base Plates, Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit, # 1420-1 - Tow Bar, Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520 - Safety...
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