etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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etrailer Tow Bar Base Plate - e98953
- Removable Draw Bars
- etrailer
- Twist Lock Attachment
Get a clean, factory look for your car when it's not being towed by using these invisible base plates. Tabs remain on tow bar arms and easily secure to base plate receivers with a quick turn. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.
Features:
- Custom-fit base plates provide attachment points for your tow bar
- Invisible design creates seamless, clean look
- No obtrusive crossbar or protruding brackets
- Covers keep dirt and debris out of base plate receivers when you're not towing
- Included tabs connect directly to your tow bar arms
- Just insert the tab into the base plate and secure with the included safety pin
- No need to remove, and possibly misplace, drawbar arms
- Sturdy, dependable design
- Spreads towing force evenly to minimize weight placed on suspension
- Constructed of durable steel
- Simple installation - no welding required
- Bolts securely to your vehicle's chassis
- Electrical bracket lets you easily mount a round electrical connector plug
- Instructions and necessary hardware included
- Compatible with all Demco, etrailer, and Blue Ox tow bars
- Adaptable for use with Roadmaster tow bars (adapters sold separately)
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Distance between brackets: 34-3/8"
- Bracket height: 18"
- 1-Year limited warranty
Simple, Invisible Design
Setting up these invisible base plates for use with your etrailer tow bar is fast and easy. They easily bolt onto the ends of your tow bar. And because the tabs remain on your tow bar at all times instead of protruding from your vehicle , your car maintains a clean look when it's not being towed.
Easy Hookup and Disconnect
Using the etrailer invisible base plates to attach and remove your tow bar couldn't be easier. With the base plate tabs attached to your tow bar arms, simply insert the tabs into the receivers on your vehicle and twist to lock them in place. Insert the included pull pins to add an extra layer of security, ensuring the tabs stay put. To remove each arm, simply tug the pull pin to disengage the lock, twist the tow bar arm, and pull the tab out of the bracket.
Receiver Covers
Keep dirt and debris out of the base plate receivers with the included covers. These high-density polyethylene covers easily snap into place over each pull point when your tow bar is not attached. Limiting internal corrosion makes it easier to slide the tabs in and out and helps to prevent seizing so that the tabs don't get stuck.
Tow Bar Adapters
If you have a tow bar from a different manufacturer, an adapter may be available. etrailer offers adapters for use with other tow bars so that you don't have to go through the added hassle and expense of replacing your tow bar when outfitting your new towed car with base plates.
| Type of Tow Bar | Adapter |
|---|---|
| Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500 | e98983 |
| Roadmaster Nighthawk, Sterling All Terrain, Sterling tow bars with serial numbers 14,501 | e98984 |
| Roadmaster Eagle, Eagle 8000 | e98979 |
| Roadmaster Falcon 5250 | e98981 |
| Blue Ox | No adapter needed |
| Demco Kwik-Tow | No adapter needed |
| Curt Rambler | No adapter needed |
etrailer Technical Support
At etrailer, we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your base plates. The technicians at etrailer perform flat tow installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
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Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2019 - 2020 Jeep Cherokee excluding Overland and Trailhawk
- 2021 - 2023 Jeep Cherokee excluding Trailhawk
Customer Reviews
etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - e98953
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (373 Customer Reviews)
Get a clean, factory look for your car when it's not being towed by using these invisible base plates. Tabs remain on tow bar arms and easily secure to base plate receivers with a quick turn. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.by: Steve 07/06/2021
Haven't installed yet, but etrailer Hasn't let me down yet!!!
by: Thomas 09/21/2022
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee
by: Mark08/27/2021
by: Dave M.06/17/2024
After watching etrailer video for installation, it was fairly easy, no drilling of the frame and all necessary hardware bolted correctly. I like the way it tucks under the frame and doesn't stick out much, thus why it's the "invisible base plate kit".
by: Raymond 09/12/2024
Kind of a pain, but not difficult to remove front plastic and mount receivers. I like that the adapters are removable, so I don't have shin knockers sticking out.
Has been reliable and trouble free.
I'm very pleased with them.
Ray.
by: James R08/06/2024
I bought this because I already had Blue Ox tow bars, and it said I could order adapters in order to connect my tow bars. I had the base plates installed, and everything is good as far as I can tell. However, I haven't actually used them because I had issues installing the adapters (I will be submitting a one star review for the adapters because of those issues). As it turns out, I didn't even need adapters to connect my Blue Ox tow bars to these base plates.
by: Curtis04/06/2024
The box had holes in it and I was missing some of the hardware, so I’am having to wait on replacement hardware to be shipped. So now instead of waiting 4 or 5 days now I have to wait 8 to 10 days before I can mount it on my vehicle. If those parts make it.
by: Anthony03/23/2024
Not my first choice but the Roadmaster was out of stock so after speaking with Alex I decided on the etrailer baseplate for my 2019 Equinox instead of waiting 3 weeks. I am happy that I did. The etrailer baseplate is well built and easy to install. The directions include are vague and at time confusing but the etrailer video was excellent. I was concerned about removing the fascia of the car but following the video made it easy. My only complaint is that I wished the video showed the clips holding the fascia on, see attached photo, once I knew what I was dealing with it made the other side easier to remove.
by: Bob Bass07/06/2023
This base plate went on without any modifications. Very pleased with the outcome.
by: Maurice 09/12/2024
Great product fit as advertised installation was easy and it was very affordable
by: Rick B08/20/2024
Driver and passenger support brackets don't fit my 2021 Equinox. Angle is wrong.Needs to be closer to 90 degrees Returned for replacement.
by: Bud 06/05/2024
Very happy with this base plate. I did 100% of the install by myself in about 3 to 4 hours. Their video and others found on YouTube made it easy. They walk you through every step. I do wish the bolt holes were slotted or a little bigger. Any 3 bolts lined up easy but not the forth. No big deal and dealt with a file.
by: Scott 05/02/2024
E trailer baseplate for my tj tucks under better than other plates. Also appears to be much more robust. Would definitely recommend.
by: Rick 07/25/2024
Easiest base plate to install on a 2023 Gladiator.
by: Shad01/23/2024
I was able to mount the base plate according to the Video with a few kinks... The base plate kit had a weld support on the passenger side that was welded wrong and had to be ground down, also the safety cable quick links do not fit in the base plate hole as listed in the video.
by: Timothy02/15/2024
Works very well, no complaints. Like all base plates, it is a project to install, but once it's installed, it just works. The etrailer videos on the install process were invaluable in sequencing the work and understanding exactly what had to be removed to get the base plate correctly installed.
by: Gary12/15/2023
Installed on a 2016 Grand Cherokee. It is definitely an intermediate level DIY requiring extensive disassembly of front grill. The clips that hold the fascia to the front bumpers need some more detail in the otherwise excellent video because it is difficult to figure out which direction to pull/pry without breaking clips.
The towbar was also about 1/8" too narrow for my car's frame and required some jacking and modifying of the hole.
by: Steve K01/26/2024
Installed on 2014 Honda CRV to be towed by Class C motorhome. First time towing a car and the base plate worked great for our 2000+ trip. Everyone at at eTrailer is super to work with!
by: Keith 01/16/2023
the installation went pretty smooth, the complaint I have is the welded bolt plates the nuts weren't aligned properly before welded. I do like it and it does look and fit good.
by: Ernie 08/08/2023
very nice heavy duty fast shipper
by: Michael 05/03/2024
Trailer invisible base plate was very easy to install even for a 72 year old man great product works as it should
by: Charlie A08/25/2024
Baseplate fitment is good. The instructions were a little vague and could have gone into a little more detail. It took a little longer to install due to figuring out the installation of the baseplate and installing the factory items such as the bumper and air deflector in the wrong order with the baseplate installed. I had to take them on and off in order to figure out the sequential installation order with the baseplate installed in place. I would have given 5 stars if this weren’t the case.
by: Dave A02/20/2023
The finished product looks great, it took a lot longer to install than the video but I am happy with the result. The instructions for cutting the holes didn't work well and I had to increase the holes and move them over as they didn't fully line up. I also had to make a relief cut to help the part that the bracket hit. Also make sure you put on the metal plate that holds the plastic shield on prior to putting the bumper on and tightening the tow bar down. Aligning the holes is "fun".... after 4 times taking the bumper off it all worked. Getting the plastic rivets on the underside back on requires the use of many "Special" words.... But it looks great after, and I am looking forward to using it.
by: RJM08/02/2022
Installation was a bit involved. The toughest part was dissembling and reassembling the front of the vehicle to complete the installation of the base plate. Also, it was somewhat difficult to complete the connections on some of the blind holes, this was very time consuming and a bit frustrating. Before attempting any connections make sure that you clean the power coating out of the threaded parts. Further, I did have to trim some of the facia around the driver’s side to clear the base plate. I have used this setup to tow over 13k miles and it has been performed without any problems. I am happy with this base plate and I would purchase it again.
by: William 02/24/2024
This base plate is well made and fit our GMC Canyon perfectly. I pulled the truck over 4000 miles last year and had no problems.
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Steve
7/7/2022
Works awesome