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etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms
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etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms

Part Number: e74FV
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$180.58
Tow Bar Base Plate

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Custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to flat tow your vehicle. No external crossbar means that only the base plate tabs are visible, providing a clean, low-profile look when you're not towing. Simple, bolt-on installation. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from etrailer. etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms part number e74FV can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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etrailer Tow Bar Base Plate - e74FV

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates secure mounting points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Only the base plate tabs are visible for a clean, low-profile look.
  • Built to Last: Durable steel construction provides a sturdy, dependable connection for long trips.
  • Simple Bolt-On Install: Mounts directly to the chassis with included hardware - some drilling required but no welding needed.
  • Adapts to Popular Tow Bars: Works with all etrailer and Demco Victory Series bars; adapters available for others.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Made for a Clean Look: Fixed-Arm Base Plate Without a Crossbar

If you prefer a simple and clean setup, this base plate keeps things tidy. With no external crossbar or large protruding brackets, only the base plate tabs are visible when you’re not towing. The hidden reinforcement means less hardware showing up front for a low-profile appearance that feels built-in rather than added on.

Built Strong for the Long Haul: Durable Steel That Spreads the Load

When you’re towing hundreds or thousands of miles, you want a setup that feels solid. This base plate is constructed of durable steel and bolts securely to your vehicle’s chassis—no welding required. Its sturdy design spreads towing force evenly to help minimize weight on the suspension and provide dependable performance on extended trips.

Easy-to-Handle Install: Bolt-On Mounting with Included Hardware

If you like doing your own work, this one’s straightforward. The kit comes with instructions and all necessary mounting hardware for an easy bolt-on installation. Some drilling is required, but there’s no need for welding or fabrication, so it’s a realistic project for a DIY weekend with basic tools.

Keep Using Your Tow Bar: Compatible Across Multiple Brands

You don’t have to give up your favorite tow bar to use this kit. It works directly with all etrailer and Demco Victory Series tow bars and can be adapted for use with other manufacturers’ tow bars when paired with the correct adapter (sold separately). The included electrical bracket lets you mount a round electrical connector plug neatly at the front, keeping wiring organized and ready for hookup.

Photo of Demco base plate adapters for etrailer tow bars showing connector hardware used to adapt different tow bar brands for flat towing applications.

Detailed image of Demco base plate adapters compatible with etrailer base plates, illustrating hardware connections for different tow bar brands.

Sized Right for Planning Your Setup: 31" Bracket Spacing and 18-1/2" Height

With its 31" distance between brackets and 18-1/2" bracket height, this base plate gives you the reference points you need when setting up your towing gear or planning your high-low adapter. Those measurements help ensure everything lines up smoothly from the first connection onward.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Distance between brackets: 31"
  • Bracket height: 18-1/2"

Warranty

  • Limited warranty: 1-Year


Tow Bar Adapters

  • Roadmaster Eagle and Eagle 8000: e98979
  • Reese Tow Champ and Valley Industries: e98980
  • Roadmaster Falcon 5250: e98981
  • Blue Ox, Aladdin, Aventa II, Aventa LX, and Alexus: e98982
  • Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All Terrain, and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500: e98983
  • Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers above 14,501: e98984
  • Demco Victory Series and Kwik-Tow: No adapter needed

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Installation Details E74FV Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

  • 1976 - 1983 Jeep CJ-5 with standard factory bumper
  • 1976 - 1986 Jeep CJ-7 with standard factory bumper
  • 1997 - 2006 Jeep TJ with standard factory bumper
  • 1987 - 2006 Jeep Wrangler with standard factory bumper
  • 1987 - 1995 Jeep YJ with standard factory bumper



Customer Satisfaction Score:

Ratings & Reviews

4.7

55 reviews
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Custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to flat tow your vehicle. No external crossbar means that only the base plate tabs are visible, providing a clean, low-profile look when you're not towing. Simple, bolt-on installation.

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Quality parts for a reasonable price, fast shipping.



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Had trouble doing it online call them on the phone like we used to do it all days and it went really well very fast and very knowledgeable I will do business in the future with etrailer



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Well built. Fit good. Fairly easy to in stall.



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Excellent service came exactly when they said it was



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During installation we experienced some issues with part alignment between the base plate and bumper assembly causing the facia the to need trim back the facia all the way to the painted section. The hood and facia fit is tight.



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Had a bit of of issue with getting the front valance to fit back on car. The tow bar should have been a 1/2 to 3/4” lower to fit in the air vent opening, I may have to cut the valance itself to get it back down to where it will fit correctly, I am still playing with it



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love it! It's an excellent fit for our 2003 Jeep!



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Great bar for the money. Instructions were fairly easy to follow but at time they did not make sense logically. In the final step lining up the grill was confusing I had to improvise to make it work.



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My order arrived in a few days, was exactly what I ordered. Installed base plates with no problems. very satisfied with results.



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I installed myself! The direction we easy to follow and the unit fit my 2017 jeep unlimited perfectly. I have over 4000 tow miles since the install with no issues.



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Received as advertised and communication was perfect.



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Fit perfect



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Great experience, expensive, but very g ood!



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Product was super easy to install and great support from the team at e-trailer. Thanks guys!



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Fairly straightforward installation, was able to do it by myself.



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These are quality parts that fit and function perfectly.



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Got what I needed it works perfectly and it came fast just as I ordered it



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High quality and excellent price!



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I haven't installed it yet, waiting for the artic weather to cease but the quality is very good and everything i need is there.



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Working great.



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Fit up prefect no modification nessary.


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See what our Experts say about this etrailer Tow Bar Base Plate

  • Does etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit e74FV Attach to Bumper After Removing Bumper Pads
    Hey John, yes that is how the etrailer classic base plate kit # e74FV installs.
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  • Dimensions For etrailer Base Plate e74FV
    Hello Chris, thanks for reaching out. I went out to our warehouse and measured the etrailer Base Plate # e74FV. The thickness of the tabs is 0.45". The Distance between is 0.625" or 5/8". The pin hole is a 1/2" diameter. This base plate is compatible with tow bars from Demco, or our etrailer brand tow bars. The # e74FV base plate fits the following vehicles: 1976 - 1983 Jeep CJ-5 with standard factory bumper 1976 - 1986 Jeep CJ-7 with standard factory bumper 1997 - 2006 Jeep TJ with...
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  • Can The etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e74FV Be Bolted To A Rockhard Front Bumper
    Hi David, The etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e74FV could be bolted to your Rockhard front bumper but you'd need to verify with Rockhard that the bumper is rated for flat towing. It looks like they design their bumpers for this usage but it's always best to confirm that your specific model has the rating to ensure you don't have it breakdown while you're out on the road. If you don't have the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations for you: Tow...
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  • Recommended Parts for Flat Towing a 2001 Jeep Wrangler
    Thanks for reaching out again about the vehicle you're needing to flat tow, Zack! Here are the parts I recommend picking up to flat tow your 2001 Jeep Wrangler: - etrailer Base Plate Kit # e74FV - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR - Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit # HM56202 - 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Kit # RM-146-7 - Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes # DM26VR - High-Low Adapter (see attached article) I like the etrailer base plate kit...
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  • Will etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit Work With Roadmaster or Blue Ox Tow Bars
    Hey Andy! I'm not 100% sure what you're asking but the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e74FV can work with Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars. The correct adapter depends on the exact tow bar. It looks like you decided to go with the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-521424-5 which will fit Roadmaster tow bars as well as Blue Ox if you use an adapter. What tow bar do you have?
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 1990 Jeep Wrangler YJ
    Hey David, I have the following recommendations for your 1990 Jeep Wrangler YJ: Baseplate: etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e74FV. These bolt to standard factory bumpers so if you have an aftermarket one we'll need to verify if these will still be a fit. Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR. This tow bar has safety cables included and a built-in rise/drop to help keep the tow bar level without having to also purchase a high/low adapter. Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster...
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  • Recommended Baseplate for a 2002 Jeep TJ Sport
    Hey Dan. The stock factory bumper on a 2002 Jeep TJ Sport is strong enough to support being flat towed with the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit item # e74FV. However, I do not have an adapter that's going to connect your Blue Ox Alpha tow bar to it. To use your Blue Ox Alpha to flat tow your 2002 Jeep TJ Sport, you'll need the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item # BX1118. This baseplate kit is confirmed to fit the 2002 Jeep TJ Sport with the stock bumper. It's going to install below your frame...
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  • Recommended Bumper Mounted Baseplate for a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport w/ the Factory Bumper
    You sure can Dan, that is exactly what it's designed for! The Demco Classic Base Plate Kit item # DM9518112 is going to attach directly to the factory bumper on your 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport. If you'd like to save some money our etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit item # e74FV is an identical part that does the exact same thing. Here are the rest of the parts you'll need to flat tow your 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar item # e34ZR....
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  • Recommended Baseplate to Flat Tow a 1997 Jeep TJ w/a Blackhawk 2 Tow Bar
    Hey Ron. To flat tow a 1997 Tj with a Blackhawk 2 All Terrain tow bar you'll need the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item # RM-521424-5. This baseplate is custom fit and is compatible with the factory double tube bumper and the standard factory bumper. Please note the item # RM-521424-5 will not fit the TJ models with front leaf springs. I saw you were looking at the etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit item # e74FV. This baseplate will work with your Jeep if you have the standard...
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