Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee behind a Motorhome

Published 07/06/2016

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(2125)

$575.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(396)

$1505.17

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

(3183)

$179.96

Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - Car Mount - 6,000 lbs

(148)

$960.00

RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs

(654)

$71.00

Question:

Hi I was looking to see what the most economical way to tow my 1994 jeep grand cherokee 4wd automatic transmission would be and what parts I would need to tow it behind my motorhome.

asked by: Shanon H

Expert Reply:

Flat towing and economical aren't usually two things associated with each other. There are several somewhat expensive components needed to flat tow a vehicle and honestly if you are looking for the most economical option finding a used tow dolly near you might be your best option.

But I can share with you the parts you would need to flat tow your vehicle. You would need to start with a base plate kit like the part # 1411-2 which is a confirmed fit.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Stowmaster, # RM-501. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest systems to set up and use are portable systems like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR. It applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.