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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: 495-1A
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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 495-1A can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Roadmaster Tow Bar Base Plate - 495-1A

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates solid attachment points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Removable drawbars leave only small hidden brackets for a factory look.
  • Quick to Connect or Remove: Square arms secure with hitch pins and detach in seconds when unhooked.
  • Built to Last: Computer-cut, all-steel brackets with a black powder coat resist rust and road wear.
  • No Welding Needed: Bolts directly to the frame with included hardware for a straightforward install.
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Features to know about

Built for a Clean Look: Hidden Brackets with Removable Arms

This base plate kit keeps the front end neat when you’re not towing. The hidden bracket design tucks behind the grille, so nothing bulky sticks out once the square drawbars are removed. It maintains a smooth, factory-style appearance and avoids the usual shin-bumping hardware that comes with fixed systems.

Quick Setup and Disconnect: Pin-Secure Drawbars

Hook-ups are straightforward thanks to the removable front arms that secure with two hitch pins. When it’s time to tow, the arms slide into place fast; when you’re done, they come off just as easily. It’s a simple, repeatable process that makes connecting and disconnecting your tow bar quick and frustration-free whether you’re in your driveway or at a campsite.

Strong by Design: All-Steel Construction with Black Powder Coat

Computer-cut, all-steel construction gives this kit exceptional strength and a precise fit. The black powder coat finish resists corrosion and scuffs, so it can handle years of road grime and weather without wearing down. Once bolted up to the frame, it spreads towing forces evenly for dependable performance over long hauls.

Straightforward Install: Bolt-On Mounting with Included Hardware

No welding is required here—just a solid bolt-on design. The kit includes detailed instructions and mounting hardware, so if you’re comfortable turning wrenches, it’s a manageable project to complete yourself. The custom-cut brackets line up cleanly with factory points for a secure installation every time.

Tow Bar Ready: Works with Roadmaster Quick-Disconnect Crossbar

This setup pairs perfectly with Roadmaster tow bars when used with the quick-disconnect crossbar assembly (910021-00, sold separately). Once installed, the system offers smooth alignment during hookup and keeps your towing gear organized and consistent across trips.

Specs

Construction and Design

  • Bracket design: Hidden bracket design - drawbars are easily removable via 2 pins
  • Material: Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
  • Finish: Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
  • Installation: Simple installation - no welding required
  • Fit: 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 components: Instructions and mounting hardware included
  • Country of manufacture: Made in the USA
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Features

  • Removable arms: Square drawbars (front arms) secure with hitch pins and can be easily removed
  • Aesthetic design: Improved aesthetics compared with standard brackets
  • Visibility: Once the drawbars are removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible
  • Protection: On most automobiles, brackets are mounted within the grille, keeping them unseen and protected from scrapes and scuffs

495-1A Road Master XL Base Plate Kit

Replaces 495-1

Installation Details 495-1A Installation instructions

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Had to adapt for the adjustable tow bar utilized. Instructions were nefarious at the best.
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2013 Ford F-150
My 2013 F150 4x4 has really good stock mounts for the stock tow hooks. Massively strong. I am surprised that the etrailer tow hook mounts don’t make much use of the bolt holes already there.
This Mount basically “sandwiches” the truck frame. I’m just surprised. It looks like it will hold but a little more specificity to model would be beneficial.
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2014 Ford F-150
Put it on a 2014 Ford F150 STX 4X4 with hardly any trouble. However still need an extra part to connect the base plate to my tow bar. You may want to ask a couple more questions than I did and get all your needed parts in one shot.
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2007 Lincoln Mark LT
Great kit, fantastic price, but most of all it's the great service I receive from the people at eTrailer that keeps me coming back.
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Well manufactured product. instructions could have been more clearer but works good and looks nice.
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The product came as expected and has worked well. Thank You. Greg for the great and speedy service
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Was installed easily and no problems with towing
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works great easy to install
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2008 Ford F-150
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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!

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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?

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Christian

5/20/2026

@KateF Hudson Parcher County park in Rainier, OR
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Kate F.

5/21/2026

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

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

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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

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 .

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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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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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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.
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James

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.

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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.
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David

5/24/2026

It continues to work flawlessly

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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!
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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)
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Christopher H.

8/4/2026

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

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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.
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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!

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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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    I did some checking and it looks like your 2013 Ford F-150 FX2 (which means 2 wheel drive) with an Ecoboost engine would need to have a lube pump installed for it to be flat-towed with 4 wheels on the ground. We don't carry lube pumps, but we do carry everything else you would need. For a base plate kit you would need the part # RM-524431-5 which has been confirmed as a fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental...
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  • Can 2010 Ford F-150 4x4 be Flat Towed
    Hey Laura, so the 2010 Ford F-150 4x4 models with a manual transfer case can be flat towed but the ones with an electronic transfer case cannot. I believe that is the roof of the confusion. So if you press a button to put the truck in 4WD then its not flat towable but if there's a manual lever instead then it is. The correct base plate kit is the # 495-1A.
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  • What is Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Ford F-150 STX
    Every flat-towed vehicle requires the same 5 components: base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring, and a braking system. For your 2014 F-150 STX I suggest the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit with removable arems, # 495-1A. These crossbar-style hidden brackets attach to your Ford F-150's frame to provide attachment points for your tow bar. The visible portions of the brackets can be removed when you are not towing. The square drawbars, or front arms, on the crossbar-style...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2007 Ford F-150 4x4 Behind an Dump Truck
    Since your 2007 Ford F-150 4x4 has a manual transfer case and not the electronic shift on the fly feature, you can flat tow the truck. But, you will want to confirm this by consulting the vehicle owners manual for the proper towing procedure. You will first want to install base plates on the truck. I recommend using XL style base plates # 495-1A because there are a lot of compatible tow bar options for the XL style plates. For a tow bar, you you will be using a pintle hitch and want a...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2004 Ford F-150 4x4 Behind an RV
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Ford F-150 STX Behind a Motor Home
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