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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Roadmaster

Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: 481-3
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$670.00
Retail:$742.50
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Tow Bar Base Plate

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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 481-3 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 - 481-3

Features:

  • Hidden bracket design - drawbars are easily removable via 2 pins
    • Improved aesthetics compared with standard brackets
  • Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
  • Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
  • Simple installation - no welding required
    • Custom base plates ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
  • Compatible with Roadmaster tow bars with use of quick-disconnect crossbar (910021-00 - sold separately)
  • Instructions and mounting hardware included
  • Made in the USA
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty


The square drawbars, or front arms, on the crossbar-style base plate kit are simple to mount and remove, easily securing with hitch pins. Once the drawbars have been removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible. On most automobiles, the brackets are mounted within the grille, where they remain not only unseen, but protected from scrapes and scuffs as well.



481-3 Road Master XL Base Plate Kit

Installation Details 481-3 Installation instructions

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Ratings & Reviews

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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2002 Ford Escape
    The first thing you will need to flat tow your 2002 Ford Escape would be a base plate kit. For that I recommend the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 481-3. This will provide the connection point from your vehicle to the tow bar. The Roadmaster Falcon # RM-520 you referenced would work as a compatible tow bar, but for a nicer tow bar with more features that would make your flat towing experience much easier I would recommend the Sterling # RM-576. This tow bar has non-binding arms that...
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  • Do I Need a Base Plate Kit on My 2002 Ford Escape for it To Be Towed Behind a Tow Vehicle
    Yes, if you wanted to tow a 2002 Ford Escape with a Tow Ready Adjustable Tow Bar, 5,000 lbs, part # 63180, you would need a base plate like the Roadmaster Base Plates for the 2002 Escape by Ford, part # 481-3. In order you to attach the # 63180 to the # 481-3 you would need to purchase a Roadmaster Base Plate to Tow Ready Tow Bar Adapter, part # RM-025. You may also be interested in a Roadmaster Tow Bar Quick Disconnect Kit, part # RM-201, to make removal and installation a little easier....
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  • Will the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 481-3 Compatible With a Blue Ox Towbar
    The Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 481-3 will be compatible with Blue Ox towbars, but you will need the Blue Ox Tow Bar to Roadmaster Standard, EZ and XL Base Plates Adapter # BX88178.
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