Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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The heavy-duty setup bolts straight to the frame and pairs only with Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a trailer hitch receiver, like the Nighthawk, Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, and Falcon 2. Because these are direct-connect base plates, no crossbar is required. That makes the hook-up faster, the front end cleaner, and the system tougher for long towing runs.
When you’re not towing, the drawbars come off in seconds by pulling two pins. Once removed, the brackets are nearly invisible—tucked neatly within the grille so you don’t have hardware sticking out or snagging your shins. The hidden design keeps your vehicle’s look clean while protecting the mounts from scrapes and scuffs.
Each bracket is computer-cut from solid steel for consistent strength and fitment. A black powder coat finish resists corrosion and road wear so you can count on it through every mile. The base plates are engineered for heavy-duty use and include mounting hardware for a secure frame-to-bracket connection without welding.
Everything’s designed to match the factory mounting points for a straightforward bolt-on install. Clear instructions and all necessary hardware are included so you can get it mounted solidly without fabricating extra parts. The result is a reliable foundation that’s ready for your tow bar setup.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
97% were satisfied with this product
3% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Ron G.
3/4/2016
Everything is great. I will be towing my Explorer next week to the NASCAR race in Vegas. Good product, easy install which I did myself in a few hours.
Brooke M.
3/17/2025
Hey, Jeffrey! Let me look into this for you. Keep an eye out for an email :)
Glenn
9/27/2021
Awesome, great reliability
Michael
2/1/2020
Great!!! We have towed our 2014 Explorer several times between Florida and Indiana and it has worked just as it should.
Shayne
6/17/2021
Still working great, makes us feel confident while driving down the road.
Michael O.
5/4/2021
Product continues to perform without any issues. Im very pleased with the baseplate.
Gwendolyn Y.
2/12/2025
Install looks great, Jeff! Do you have any plans of where you are going to go this season yet?
Jeff
2/12/2026
I’ve pulled the Chevy behind our motor home several times over a the last year. It has worked excellent. And when not in tow the tubing is barely noticeable.
Gwendolyn Y.
2/26/2026
Looks great, Mark! Where are you off to next?
Heather A.
4/10/2026
Wow great job Crystal! It looks great! Also, I couldn’t help but notice “Ski Express” on the car, that’s pretty cool. What kind of work do you do?
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Rick
8/3/2016
Still works perfectly as advertised