Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1994 Jeep YJ Wrangler Behind a Motor Home  

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The first thing you are going to want to check is the vehicle owners manual to determine if the Jeep can be flat towed and if there are any special requirements. Both base plate kits for the 1994 Jeep YJ, # 1409-1 and # 1409-3 are standard kits and will fit your Jeep. The only difference is the design of each kit. Kit # 1409-3 has a crossmember and 1409-1 does not. And since they cost the same you cannot really go wrong with either one.

For a tow bar, I have included a link to all of the tow bars that fit these standard base plate kits. The most popular one is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. I have included links to the instructions and a video review for you.

Next you will need safety cables like # RM-643, and a lighting solution. For lighting I recommend the bulb and socket kit # RM-155. This system does not require cutting into the vehicle wiring but you will need to drill holes in the back of the tail light assemblies for the new bulbs.

Most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Even Brake, # RM-9400. This is a proportional system that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the motor home is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

I have included a link to our series of FAQ articles on flat towing for you to view.

expert reply by: Michael H

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