Can Roadmaster Direct Connect Base Plate Kit Connect to Roadmaster Eagle Tow Bar

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Question:

I have a 2002 Jeep Wrangler. I’m wanting to make sure this base plate will work for the road master Eagle 5000 towbar.

asked by: Ike W

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Expert Reply:

We've checked with Roadmaster in the past and they have told us that the Direct Connect base plate kits like the part # RM-521424-5 that you referenced are compatible with the Roadmaster Eagle 5000 tow bar.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Thomas

2/19/2024

What about the eagle 8000 tow bar?

Jameson C.

2/20/2024

@Thomas In what way do you mean that? I had said it was compatible with the base plate kit so I am not sure what you are referring to.

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