Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Behind Motorhome

Updated 04/11/2017 | Published 04/09/2017

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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Blue Ox Acclaim Non-Binding Tow Bar - Coupler Style for 2" Ball - Car Mount - 5,000 lbs

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Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - Incandescent

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Universal Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector

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Question:

hello we are flat towing a 2006 jeep wrangler unlimited, our cart has blue ox bx1118, blue ox bx 4330, and rm 155 for wiring , are we good to go?

asked by: Rene

Expert Reply:

Safe and legal flat towing behind a motorhome requires a few components which include the tow bar, safety cables, a wiring/lighting solution, a high/low hitch adapter and base plates and a braking system for the towed car. Each of these items is covered in the linked article on the basics of flat towing and other articles are included too.

Base plate fits for the Jeep vary depending on your bumper type. The Blue Ox kit # BX1118 is correct if you have a U-channel front bumper. The Acclaim tow bar # BX4330 is compatible and it includes the required safety cables. The Roadmaster taillight kit # RM-155 will work if you want a permanent installation, but if you do not magnetic lights like # TL21RK are an easy and cost-effective option.

You will also need a braking system for the Jeep. There are many options shown on the linked page but the best one is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR which is fully portable and wireless. You do not need to permanently alter the Wrangler and it is easy to move the unit to another vehicle when that time comes.

The other linked page will display all high/low hitch adapters, one of which will let you keep your tow bar level for best performance.