Differences of Roadmaster Direct Connect and Cross Bar Base Plates for 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Published 12/13/2019

Products Featured in This Question

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(3336)

$561.30

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

(3192)

$182.69

Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(2126)

$484.95

RoadMaster 76" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables - 8,000 lbs

(353)

$74.22

Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

(759)

$1175.00

Question:

What is the difference between the Roadmaster EZ4 and EZ5 Base plate kit for a 2020 Jeep wrangler unlimited?

asked by: Peter

Expert Reply:

The main difference between the Roadmaster direct connect base plate kit (previously known as the EZ5) # RM-521453-5 and the cross bar style base plate kit (previously known as the EZ4) # RM-521453-4 is how the tow bar attaches to the base plate.

The cross bar style base plate uses a quick disconnect bar to connect the tow bar up, the direct connect uses pins and clips to mount to the tow bar. They install exactly the same, the arms are the only difference. A direct connection makes it easier to hook up, and gives your Jeep a cleaner appearance, that's why I recommend the Direct connect base plate.

The direct connect or EZ5 base plate is not compatible with Roadmaster Sterling tow bar, Stowmaster tow bar, Tracker tow bar, Guardian Rock Shield, or Tow Defender. To use any of those you'll need the EZ4 or crossbar style base plate.

To flat tow your Jeep there are several more components needed, I'll list my recommendations and link a few videos of different year Jeeps for you to check out.

Tow Bar - Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-522
Tow bar wiring - Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Wire to 6-Wire Straight Cord # RM-152-98146-7
Supplemental braking system - Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251
Safety cables - RoadMaster 76" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables # RM-645-76