Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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When you’re not towing, the front end stays clean and uncluttered. The direct-connect brackets sit tucked back within the grille, leaving no bulky crossbar or visible hardware. Once you pull the drawbars out, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible and protected from scuffs and scrapes. It keeps your vehicle looking stock without giving up strength or convenience.
Getting ready to tow doesn’t need to be a pain. Each drawbar slides into the bracket, clicks to lock, and secures with an easy twist. When it’s time to unhook, just pull the built-in ring to release and twist it free. It’s a quick, tool-free connection that makes setup simple, even if you’re working alone or dealing with uneven ground.
This base plate is built from computer-cut steel for a precise fit and outstanding strength. The black powder coat finish resists corrosion so it stays looking sharp through road trips and weather. The design mounts directly to the frame with no welding required, spreading stress evenly across the chassis for reliable towing mile after mile.
No more bulky crossbars or extra pieces to manage. The direct-connect style lets your motor-home-mounted Roadmaster tow bar—such as the Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, Falcon 2, or Nighthawk—attach straight to the brackets. That means fewer parts to store and faster hookups every time you get ready to roll.
You don’t need specialized equipment or fabrication work to mount it. The kit comes with installation instructions and all necessary hardware so you can bolt it up cleanly to the frame. It’s a straightforward project that leaves you with a professional-looking setup that’s ready for dependable use on every trip.
Note: Roadmaster direct-connect base plates will only work with Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a trailer hitch, such as the Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, Falcon 2, or Nighthawk. These base plates will not work with tow bars that require a hitch ball.
Ratings & Reviews
This was a bit of a challenge to install on a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Z71. One item to be aware of, as you take off the front Facia of the truck for the install, there are two Facia "brakets" that attach to the front fenders that seem like they are use once plastic snaps. Three of the 4 snaps broke off on both sides when I removed the facia. These are about $35 a piece from Chevy and prevent you from making this a 1 day job. Additionally, there are 2 7mm screws/bolts that connect one of the coolers to the back of the bumper support and these are a real problem to get back in - over an hour of time and every 1/4" tool in my arsenal was needed to find a way to get these started. Finally, one of the Connecting Plates (Passenger side) needed to holes to be elongated to enable all the bolts to be started. Finally - you need to put the Brakaway bracket on the driver side, to have enough cable to reach you brake system. Probably have 4 hours in the disassembly and installation of the Direct-Connect Plate. Now waiting a couple days for the plastic brackets from Chevy to complete the install. Good Luck!!
The folks at etrailer are fantastic. I didn't know everything I needed to tow my car behind our RV... but they did! Everything I needed was in the boxes and the videos made it all come together. Thank you to everyone at etrailer!
Awesome instructions! Install was fairly easy. Product is very high quality and solid construction. Thank you E Trailer!
Very fast shipping, and the install was easy. Great product
Easy to install needed to replace some fasteners as they broke removing front grill was able to get them from Amazon cheap
This Road Master Direct connect base plate works perfectly for a 2020 ford transit cargo 250! Awesome service from etrailer as usual! The finished product can barely be seen through the front fascia!
I bought and installed this tow plate one year ago on my 2013 Jeep Wrangler. I bought this particular plate due to the jeep having a Barricade off-road bumper. This plate attaches a bit lower than other plates and prevented having to modify the bumper. Installation was easy involving only hand tools. The plate comes with all needed bolts and attachments. I have towed this Jeep several thousand miles behind my RV with absolutely no issues. As an aside, I use a Roadmaster Night Hawk tow bar which is also an excellent product. Both are expensive, but I believe cheaping-out on safety is no a good idea. I highly recommend this product.
This works perfect with my Roadmaster tow bar. It was a little difficult to install since I had to remove the front end of the Trailblazer, but with the good directions that came with it and some you tube videos made the installation easier.
Etrailer comes through again! This was a great savings as a used kit, but it was even better than the description online. I have installed (4) baseplates on and etrailer.com has given me great videos to watch and good instructions to follow. Couldn't be more pleased with the quality, service and delivery times.
Pathetic and just talking to Noah he states he will get to my issue later when he has time!! My car is on jacks all torn apart and I think Roadmaster gas misled advertising. This 523228-5 baseplate is NOT MADE FOR 2026 CHEVY TRAX!!!
Had these installed at Lester’s Automotive in Boerne,Texas…First class service all the way. Paul and his crew worked through lunch for over 4 hours to install these on our 2026 Ford Ranger. Also ran the wire and hooked up my auxiliary tow lights. The price for this was very reasonable and would highly recommend them for all r.v. needs even if not real close to the Boerne area. R.V park within reasonable distance if needed.
They're great
Everything works like it is supposed to,easy install
Installation when just as it should have, I can confirm that this product will mount on a 2021 F250 supper duty.
I voiced my concerns about the packaging, true to form UPS didn’t disappoint. Delivered to wrong lot and the driver took off like a shot. Have not had time to see what is missing.
Wow ! This is awesome, first sight of this kit ! I was speechless , gotta get started. looked like it was about 35 minutes and it was done. Wow this is solid , great fit. I’m ready for towing
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2/10/2024
Disappointed that the Guardian grill cover wouldn’t work with this setup. Had to purchase the fabric rock shield.