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…
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…
Hi Brian, To flat tow your 2026 Ford Ranger XLT with your Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar, you'll need: - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit w/Removable Arms part #BLU77ER, this will require some minor drilling, and the tow hooks must be removed and remain off the…
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…
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…
Hi Brian, To flat tow your 2026 Ford Ranger XLT with your Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar, you'll need: - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit w/Removable Arms part #BLU77ER, this will require some minor drilling, and the tow hooks must be removed and remain off the…
Steel tow bars suit RV-to-vehicle flat towing with a sturdy, dependable feel. For easier hookups and releases, consider non-binding designs and telescoping arms; integrated safety cables with heavy hooks help manage connections. Longer arms can place the towed vehicle a bit farther back for extra turning clearance, and some setups may need a longer breakaway cable.
Longer arms can move the towed vehicle back a bit for more turning clearance. The difference can be small, so prioritize the hookup feel and features you want. If you need more room in tight turns, that extra length can help, but don't expect a dramatic change.
A non-binding design helps release on uneven or angled spots. If it's fighting you, straighten the towed vehicle and level up before pulling the release. Use the built-in release handles as intended. Check that you're not parked with the pickup or Jeep at an angle that loads one arm more than the other.
Telescoping arms make hookup easier when you're not perfectly lined up. Integrated safety cables and a coiled-cord holder help keep lines off the ground. If your rig is long, check the breakaway cable length; a longer cable may be needed. Make sure storage tabs and clips are fully seated to stay put.
Use a motorhome-mounted tow bar with D-ring adapters matched to your tow bar and the D-ring size. Common sizes include 3/4" and 1" thick D-rings and 7/8" or 1" pins, with spacers as needed. Verify your bumper's D-ring specs and choose the correct adapter to avoid play or binding.
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