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This setup keeps your front end looking clean when you’re not towing. The invisible base plate design hides bulky brackets and crossbars so nothing sticks out once the removable arms are off. Snap-in receiver covers keep dirt and debris out of the sockets, protecting the connection points so everything fits smoothly the next time you hook up.
Connecting your tow bar doesn’t have to be a chore. Each arm slides in, twists, and locks into place with a simple movement that feels solid every time. The twist-lock attachment makes it quick to secure the tow bar—even if you’re working alone—and just as easy to release when it’s time to unhook.
No need to replace your existing tow bar setup. This base plate works directly with etrailer, Blue Ox, Demco Kwik-Tow, and Curt Rambler tow bars without adapters. If you’re using a Roadmaster system, it’s adaptable with part numbers e98983, e98984, e98979, or e98981 (sold separately). That flexibility makes it easy to keep your current gear in play across different setups.
This kit bolts to existing attachment points for a solid connection that spreads towing forces evenly through the frame. With a bracket distance of 19-1/2" and bracket height of 18", it’s ready for serious use on long hauls. The included hardware ensures a straightforward bolt-on install that keeps things tight and reliable over time.
When the arms are off, high-density polyethylene covers snap into place to seal out moisture and road grime. They help prevent corrosion inside the receivers so everything stays ready for your next trip. It’s a simple detail that adds years of dependable performance to your towing setup.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
94% were satisfied with this product
6% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Amy was very knowledgeable about your products and Absolutely Professional as well Prompt with obtaining Correct information. Very friendly and helpful. Will Surely use your products and services when needed. Thank you
easy to find on your web site, quick delivery, everything needed for a quick and secure installation. The instructions were easy to follow and all parts were included and fit perfectly.
Very good quality. Great instructions and install video.
Fit my 2018 Colorado 2WD manual perfectly. I disconnect the drive shaft and hose-clamp it to the gas tank cross-member when I flat-tow it. works perfectly
Easy installation on my F-150. Videos on website are very helpful.
This is a great base plate, it really looks good and integrates well with the front of the jeep.
They were easy to install and came with good instructions and pictures. This is the second vehicle I have installed this product on and etrailer is my go to.
Relatively easy install. Double check the skid plate templates. I had to change mine significantly, not just holes but slots from the top all the way to the bottom of the towbar. In the end, they look great they install well. Very nice system.
Heavy duty bracket. The included bracket for the electrical is also heavy duty.
Mounted on a 2025 Bronco with modular bumper. I did have to do a little additional cutting on the bumper to make it fit.
Easy installation if you watch the videos on the etrailer website.
I like the fact that this base plate is hidden behind the air dam below the bumper.
Install of the baseplate itself was not difficult and went smooth. The templates to cut out the holes in my plastic shroud were not accurate. It took some additional trimming to get right and I found that a bit frustrating.
I have installed three base plates on my vehicles. All have been purchased from trailer. They have all been rather easy to install just a matter of taking the time it takes. On this last one mounted on my 2024 Ford Maverick I recommend adding to the instructions an easier way to unplug the light plug from the front facia. I think it is much easier if one turns the wheel full left and unplug the socket before pulling the facia. Easier than current instructions that say be careful when pulling the facia since the plug needs to be undone. I was able to do the whole thing by myself this way and not needed someone else to hold the facia while disconnecting the plug.
Nice setup. Instructions were little off for my application (2026 with shutters) Shutters had to be removed to install correctly. Instructions did not cover this. Everything fit as it should. Final product very satisfied.
The baseplate fit great, fairly simple and install. The instructions from the front valance cutting were off a bit. I had to take it on and off a couple of times and trim to get it to fit. Overall the quality is great.
If you follow the easy to read and understand instructions, it’s a breeze to install. Beautiful!!! Highly recommend rhese baseplates
Installation on a 2018 Jeep JL Unlimited Sahara went well, no surprises. Attaching the base plate to chassis safety cables required some ingenuity as the instructions were useless in this installation. Etrailer should post some actual installation photos vs. a poor generic diagram.
Very easy to install and I love the finished look. However I had to cut a couple of relief points in the rock guard in order to get the back two screws into place. Without these the rock guard would bind against these points on the base plate and not allow the rock guard to travel back far enough to reattached the screws. I have a 2025 Jeep Wrangler Sahara.
Came very well packaged, looked great very well made and heavy duty.
Instructions could have been better.
Template for air dam cutout just a rough starting point you will need to do more trimming for proper fit. Overall very happy looks great and very solid.
I received everything thank you so much. The UPS guys beat up the box pretty bad but other than that everything was inside. Thanks again.
Good fit for my vehicle
2025 Ford Mavrick AWD Hybrid. I have installed 2 base plate kits on Honda CRVs.
Piece of cake. Remove front cowling..install base plate..done. Not so on my 2 day old Mavrick. 1 add a spacer to move kit away from shutters...adding washers is super poor planning on manufacturing's part..2 you don't have to go up & over in the middle now 70% of the condenser air flow is blocked by welded steel..could have been much better. 3 provide a mounting ring or hook...wrapping a safety cable around sheet metal components is silly Engineering.
I've bought from e-trailer several times and I'm always happy with my purchase. The base plate and tow bar are of excellent quality and a good price. Installation was as not too bad; I watched the installation video for my truck even though it was for a different base plate. It gave me enough information to get the job done.
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Lazer S.
4/21/2026
Glad we could help, David! Looks good on there! ^___^ What's the next trip you have planned?