Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2017 Jeep Wrangler Sport Behind an RV  

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Roadmaster base plates 521423-1 are a discontinued set that was designed originally to fit the 2002 to 2007 Jeep Liberty. They will not fit on a 2017 Jeep Wrangler Sport though. The good news is we do have base plates for your Wrangler, # RM-521448-4 (for standard factory bumpers).

For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Falcon 2 # RM-520 with safety cables # RM-643. The Falcon 2 is a versatile tow bar that makes hooking up and disconnecting easy even when not perfectly straight or level and the coiled design of the cables keeps them off the ground.

For lighting Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit Item # RM-15267 is a popular option for Jeeps. Once installed you won't have to worry about it again.

You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level. I have linked a help article showing how to measure and a link to the high/low adapters we carry.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply 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.

The # RM-88400 relay is also required to prevent the towed vehicle's brake signal from overriding the turn signal from the RV when applying the brakes during a turn.

Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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