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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: 266-1

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The crossbar-style hidden brackets attach to your vehicle's frame to provide attachment points for your tow bar. The visible portions of the brackets can be removed when you are not towing. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Roadmaster. Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number 266-1 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.

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Highlights

Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
Ready for Flat Towing: Provides solid frame-mounted attachment points for secure RV towing.
Blends In When Not Towing: Removable drawbars leave brackets nearly invisible for a factory look.
Built to Last: All-steel, computer-cut construction with black powder coat resists corrosion.
Easy to Connect: Square front arms attach with hitch pins for quick setup and removal.
Simple Installation: No welding needed; includes instructions and mounting hardware.

Features to know about

Built for a Clean Look: Hidden Brackets with Removable Arms

If you like your front end to stay clean and uncluttered when you’re not towing, this setup makes it easy. The hidden bracket design tucks the hardware out of sight, and the square drawbars remove completely with two hitch pins. Once the arms are off, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible and protected within the grille, so there’s nothing sticking out or catching on anything.

Strong Where It Counts: All-Steel Construction with Black Powder Coat Finish

Every part of this kit is built to handle real towing stress. The computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength and alignment accuracy, while the black powder coat finish keeps rust and corrosion away. It’s a rugged setup that stays solid after countless miles on the road.

Simple Setup at Home: Bolt-On Installation with No Welding Required

You don’t need to be a fabricator to install this base plate. It bolts directly to the vehicle’s frame using the included mounting hardware—no welding required. Everything lines up cleanly for a straightforward install, and instructions are included to walk you through each step.

Ready for Your Tow Bar: Compatible with Roadmaster Systems

This crossbar-style base plate works with Roadmaster tow bars when used with the quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 — sold separately). The connection points make it easy to hook up or disconnect your tow bar without extra hassle, keeping your setup reliable from driveway to campsite.

Built-In Longevity: Durable Design for Long-Term Use

The combination of solid steel construction, corrosion-resistant finish, and removable components means you can count on this kit for long-term reliability. Once installed, it stays secure mile after mile, ready whenever it’s time to tow again.

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Features

Hidden bracket design: drawbars are easily removable via 2 pins
Improved aesthetics: compared with standard brackets
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
Compatibility: Compatible with Roadmaster tow bars with use of quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 - sold separately)
Included items: Instructions and mounting hardware included
Country of origin: Made in the USA
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Note

Fishwire (C58400 - sold separately) are required for complete installation.

266-1 Road Master XL Base Plate Kit

Installation Details 266-1 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

2001 - 2004 Dodge Dakota 4 Wheel Drive
2001 - 2003 Dodge Durango 4 Wheel Drive

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by: george e m 07/20/2014

Dodge Dakota

the parts went together fine. but doing so i found some crash repair
that wasn't perfect. used truck with a bit of a twist in the frame.

the tubes could be a bit 3-4 inches longer for the dakota . the clevis
pins are behind the air foil. i at 71 years it is hard to get down and
remove them.

by: Mark D. 11/09/2016

this is a very good kit, install wast easy and instructions worked well.

by: Leroy 05/20/2018

2003 Dodge Dakota

Very good product install was not bad at all I installed them myself in 2 hours from start to finish

by: Lance 03/27/2024 One Year Later

Easily installed and work great.

by: Loren 01/28/2019

Received them quicker than I imagined I’m looking forward to getting them put on the pick up tomorrow thank you very much for your fast and quick service

by: don m. 11/27/2013

simple to install,fits and looks great.

thanks don

by: Tom 09/08/2021

The parts came quickly and they were exactly as described

by: Ricky 05/01/2021

The product was good the instruction picture hard to see.

by: Bruce A 07/02/2026 One Year Later

Installation was a bit trying. Ended up looking very clean and almost invisible.
Using the tow bar worked super easy and our motorhome hardly noticed the Mini Cooper back there.

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Claire H.

7/6/2026

It really is invisible! It took me a second to even find the base plates in your photo!

by: Christian 05/13/2026

1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Bolted right up. Installation should be done with bumper on, as you can't fit the ends through the louvers without some convincing. Works great so far. Was able to use a Stowmaster 5000 with it.

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Kate F.

5/14/2026

Thanks for the review and for sharing your installation experience Christian. Your tip about leaving the bumper on during install is really helpful, especially since fitting the ends through the louvers can take a little extra maneuvering. It’s also great to hear the setup works well with your Stowmaster 5000. The install looks great, and we appreciate you sharing the picture! Where did you go for the first trip?

Christian

5/20/2026

@KateF Hudson Parcher County park in Rainier, OR

Kate F.

5/21/2026

@Christian I just looked it up, looks like quite the magical place! Thanks for sharing =)

by: Robert 01/06/2025

Came quickly and is very high quality. Great directions/video from road master makes the installation step by step easy to follow.
Skill level is probably at the intermediate level depending on experience.

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Robert One Year Later

1/7/2026

Everything related to my Mini towing system is working great after a year of use.i do wish I had bought a cover for the tow bar though. Keeping it clean would be easier with the cover. Great products and service from etrailet

by: Robin 11/21/2024

The #118-3 is a perfect fit on my 1995 Geo Tracker. When you pull off the removable arms you would never know they are there. The Quality is very good easy to put on all you have to do is drill 4 holes the tube on the base plate fits into the tube on the frame of the tracker and with the 2 bolts it is a solid fit. I was worried about the plate nut getting it inside of the frame but it went in easy when you put it over the frame tube and use a thin piece of metal to slide it in place. I’m very happy with it. I probably could of got it on without taking my bumper off but with only 4 bolts holding my bumper on it made it easier

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Robin One Year Later

11/25/2025

Working great these are durable tow bars Have no problems with them easy to hook up and tows vehicle without no problems .

by: Charlevoixboy 12/10/2025

2007 honda Element

Awesome delivery speed, and a well made base plate for my 2007 Element. Installation was a breeze (thanks to my son’s heated shop) and I had to do no cutting to make this fit. I had a Stowmaster tow bar that came with my RV and etrailer was able to steer me to the correct missing parts to make this a really affordable installation. Now to get out of this snow!

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by: Michael 12/03/2025 One Year Later

2004 Subaru Impreza

We towed our 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI 3000 miles last year, this is an ideal setup, discreet when not in use, solid, and easy to get on/off. Very please with the support I received from Roadmaster as one of the bolt was missing, was sent super quickly.

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by: David 05/23/2025

The Base plate kit is well made and came with all the necessary hardware.Installation is relatively straight forward. I did have to enlarge two of the holes that didn't quite line up. But overall I'd recommend it.

David One Year Later

5/24/2026

It continues to work flawlessly

by: James 07/02/2025 One Year Later

Replaced same part that was damaged in a crash. I had used my original one for close to ten years without issue. Fast shipping from etrailer.

James One Year Later

7/3/2026

New system working fine. As with previous system it requires towed vehicle to be nearly perfectly aligned straight behind motorhome to disconnect without considerable tension.

by: Steven 08/09/2026

Overall the installation was great, however the process of drilling 3 - 1/2" holes in that little bumper that has a Rockwell Hardness of about 60, seems to be a bit over the top.The instructions are spot on, delivery was great, the quality of product was accurate. I am a happy boy!

by: Thomas 07/29/2026

2015 Chevrolet Equinox

Fit and finish is great, the illustration for what you trim on the bumper isn't great but otherwise pretty easy install (I ended up measuring between the mounts on the draw bar and just trimmed accordingly)

Christopher H.

8/4/2026

Thanks for you feedback Thomas! Sounds like the install went smooth. Hope you have a great summer!

by: Larry 05/05/2026 One Year Later

I’ve been purchasing products from ETrailer since 2005 and all the products I’ve purchased have been a great value. The products mentioned above installed perfectly and with the direct assistance from ETrailer everything fit as suggested. I will always interact with ETrailer as needs present themselves.

Claire H.

5/7/2026

Thank you so much for the kind words and being a repeat customer with us! We look forward to helping you out with all your future adventures!

by: Brad 06/22/2026

After ordering the wrong crossbar, etrailer sent the correct one for our Mini Cooper quickly. However I did have to modify most of the holes as the cross bar didn’t quite fit (but close). I had to drill the three main bolt holes to 11/16 so that the bar would go over the Mini’s 3 main bumper bolts on both sides. The two lower bolt holes (each side), needed to be drilled out 3 sizes larger to accommodate the 4 bolts that come with the kit. I had to drill out the Minis lower holes to better align with the crossbars lower holes. I would also like to note it being a pain in the knuckles to reach one of the three (each side) bolts to put the stock nuts on the bolt and then try and get them tight. (The main bolt pattern for the upper bumper is diamond shape, one up tow bolts lower. (The lower “inside” bolt on each side is the one that is hard to get to and tighten.) Sorry I didn’t get picks, I was in a rush to get the car back together. There’s an angle piece on the cross bar that blocks the hard to reach bolt, it would be helpful if that could be made more accessible to reach.

by: Julie 05/30/2025 One Year Later

Purchased for a 1997 Subaru Impreza. Delivery was amazingly fast! I didn't have it installed until a few months later, as my travel plans had stalled. It didn't quite bolt right on, but was close, and a friend had to modify it some to make it work. I still hear a grating noise when I turn too sharp on one side, but otherwise it's fine.
The front connection plates didn't line up with the holes, so had to have those modified, as well, in order to line up and attach to the tow bar. Once the new holes were drilled, I was able to hook up and go.
It's relatively easy to connect after finding a way to do it alone.
I've towed from CO to TX and all over TX with it with no problems.

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by: Mike 08/16/2026

Install pretty easy. You will have to change directions of one bolt due to obstruction ( frame). Cannot torque a few of the bolts. These are the ones with wire attached.
Rock guard needed addition trimming from factory instructions.

by: Wesley 07/08/2026

The representative (Sarah) was very helpful and knowledgeable, the prices are very reasonable and all my items arrived on time. When I called with a question, she was very polite, friendly and genuinely sounded like she enjoyed her job. When I discovered one of the items I ordered wasn’t needed, getting help to return was hassle free. I would recommend etrailer to anyone that needs anything RV or trailer related. I will definitely do business with them again. I am impressed.

by: Todd MobileRVHelp 06/02/2026

2022 Chevrolet Trax

Not an easy install on a Trax but it is very well made and gives a clean look. I did customize by cutting down the 6 pin bracket supports to get it flush with front of the car.

by: Rob 01/19/2019 One Year Later

2019 Chevrolet Equinox

The Jeep project went very well everything fit great and worked well. I really love Roadmaster products and quality and your company is the best place to purchase them. I sold the Jeep and replaced it with a new 2019 Chevy Equinox 2.0 L AWD and just purchased and installed the following items from you and installed them, RM-156-25 & RM-156-75 Battery Charge Line Kit, RM-146-7 Flex Coil Kit, RM-523193-4 EZ4 Plate Kit, RM-88333 Custom Seat Adapter, RM-751489 Stop Light Switch Kit and a RM-98160 Second Vehicle Brake Kit w/brakeaway. All these parts were in stock and arrived quickly and normal with you people, I really enjoy the o-line vidios as I do all my own installs. Thank you so much for your great service.
I will attach pictures of my install, you will see how I was able to fab a bracket and attach it to the existing mount on the base plate to mount the brakeaway switch and the air connection for the brake system.
I also fabricated a tail light bar as I didn't want to use mag-lights or splice into the factory lights and bulbs installed into the lights would not work as the factory brake lights will come on when the brake system is applyed and the turn siginals would not be visable.
Thanks for all you do, I would and do recommend you people to everyone who needs your products. Rob

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Rob One Year Later

1/21/2020

Everything is working great, I installed a base plate kit, battery charging kit, stop light switch kit, second vehicle air brake kit w brakeaway and seat adapter on our 2019 Chevy Equinox and towed it about 14000 miles behind our motor home this past year and everything worked perfect not a problem with any product. These are great products, everything fit perfectly and performed perfectly. Thank you for great service and great products. Rob

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