Recommended Components For Flat-Towing A 1997 Jeep Wrangler Behind A Motorhome
Updated 05/07/2015 | Published 05/06/2015
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I want to flat tow a 1997 Jeep Wrangler with a manual transmission behind my motor home. I am looking at the Blue Ox Alpha tow bar. What additional equipment/parts would I need to purchase besides the tow bar? Do you offer all parts in a package? What about a break-away system?
asked by: William K
Helpful Expert Reply:
When you decide to flat-tow a vehicle there are 5 things needed. You will need base plates for the towed vehicle, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting for the towed vehicle, and now most states require a supplemental brake system.
If you have a double tube bumper on your Wrangler the base plates I recommend are part # DM9517046. If you have a U-channel bumper, the base plates you will need are part # DM9518045.
The Demco Commander tow bar, part # DM9511012, would work well with the base plates. The safety cables are also included with the Alpha tow bar.
For lighting I recommend the Roadmaster Tow Bar Wiring, part # RM-155. This uses the Wrangler brake, running, and signal lights without tapping or splicing into the wiring.
The supplemental brake system I recommend is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR along with the # RM-88400. This is a radio frequency controlled proportional brake system that depresses the brake pedal with the same intensity as the pedal in your RV. The breakaway system is included with this brake system.
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