Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…
Hey Thomas, the Blue Ox Avail tow bar part #BX7420 would be a really great option. It's very easy to use and has longer arms which allows the towed vehicle to track a little better behind the tow vehicle. Now if you wanted a braking system that…
Hi Ken! It looks like you have almost everything you need to set up your 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara for flat towing. The etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #e98948 is a perfect fit and the etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount -…
Hey, Skip! Happy to help get your new Jeep set up for flat towing. There is going to be a list of parts, so I'll go ahead and list them all below for ya. Blue Ox Base Plate: Part #BX1139 Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar: Part #BX7420 Demco…
Hey Tom, yes the 2014 Ford Edge with the V6 engine is a great vehicle for flat towing. It's perfectly safe to do so as long as you follow the outlined instructions on how that are in the owners manual. The first thing you'll need to flat tow…
Thanks for your question, James. Both the etrailer #e98948 and Demco #DM9519336 base plates will have a very similar, low-profile look once they’re installed, so neither one really stands out more than the other. They’re both custom-fit for your…
Hey Terry, the Blue Ox Avail BX7421 our part number #BLU28QV is the current version of the Avail whereas the 7420 was the initial version. Only real difference is the finish. The 7421 has a newer finish that's a bit more durable but other than…
Hey Christian, welcome to the world of RV-ing! So in addition to the Roadmaster Nighthawk #RM-676 you're also goin to need: - A baseplate kit, like the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-521453-5. These attach to the Jeep itself so you…
Hello Chris, You can run the Patriot off an auxiliary 12V battery, but it’s not something I’d recommend as a long-term solution. The unit is designed to pull from the Jeep battery, and the draw is actually pretty low. If your battery is going dead…
Thanks for the information Kevin! To flat tow your 2025 Ford Bronco with a standard bumper and LED lights, I recommend the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect item #e84ZR Base…
Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available, and…
When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…
Hook up right to your hitch ball and get rolling. A coupler mount keeps things simple and can make hook-up and unhooking quick, even solo. Check your base plate tab width—some coupler-mount bars fit/store only on 23 to 30 and won't match 19-1/2 brackets, so confirm your setup before you buy.
They can tow smoothly and track well behind a motorhome. Users report easy attaching and removing, steady towing on grades like 7 percent, and confident stops without jackknifing. For long trips and lots of turning, inspect the connectors to the base plate for wear and address any play you notice.
Yes, Coupler Mount tow bars can make solo hook-ups straightforward. Telescoping arms help line up to the towed vehicle, and manageable overall weight can make handling easier. Many find it saves time when hooking up and unhooking. If the bar feels tight when the car is at an angle, straighten the vehicles or reposition slightly to release tension before disconnecting.
Verify all locking pins and clips are present before use. Inspect and tighten hardware on the arms; replacing bolts with grade 8 and nylon locking nuts can help them stay secure. Make sure your motorhome has a compatible hitch ball for the coupler. Confirm your vehicle's weight and flat-tow readiness, and add a wiring kit so its tail lights work with the RV.
It depends on tab spacing and style. Some Coupler Mount options fit/store only on base plates with tab widths of 23 to 30. A distance between brackets of 19-1/2 will not work with that style. Check if your base plate is a crossbar style and verify the tab width before choosing the tow bar.
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