Base Plate Recommendation for 2014 Honda CR-V with Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar

Updated 02/28/2017 | Published 02/27/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(3697)

$570.30

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(589)

$1473.55

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

(3623)

$183.41

Roadmaster Sterling All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,000 lbs

(167)

$1375.00

Question:

I picked up a road-master sterling all terrain tow bar on e bay. I didnt realize that if originally came with a quick disconnect crossbar. It doesnt have the crossbar. So looking at base plates for my 2014 Honda CRV, It looks like the EZ5 bar would work without the crossbar and not the EZ4. Is that correct? Or do I need the crossbar ? Will the safety cables on the Sterling work with the EZ5 ?

asked by: Steve

Expert Reply:

You are on the right track. The EZ5 base plate kit part # RM-521567-5 does not require the crossbar so it would work for you without requiring you to purchase the crossbar. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.

The safety cables of your Sterling Tow Bar # RM-576 would work well too.

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 system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that 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.