Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2020 Jeep Wrangler

Updated 03/17/2021 | Published 03/11/2021

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Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors, 2 oz.

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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Wireless Monitoring - Proportional

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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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

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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

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Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables - 8,000 lbs

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Question:

Hello, Would like to know the least expensive package to flat tow a 2020 Jeep Unlimited Wrangler Sahara from my Class A Gas RV F53 Chasis. Thank you,

asked by: Uri C

Expert Reply:

For a 2020 Jeep Wrangler with a standard factory bumper, the first thing you will need is the etrailer # e98948 Base Plate Kit so you can hitch to your Jeep.

Add to that a tow bar. I would recommend the Roadmaster # RM-522 All Terrain – Non Binding tow bar. A non-binding tow bar will let you easily disconnect your tow bar even if your coach and towed vehicle is not on level ground or at a difficult angle. The tow bar is the one point in flat towing that gets the most stress and wear. You don't want to go cheap or used for this most important part. You can save a few dollars by using the Roadmaster # RM-520 which is not a Non-Binding tow bar.

You will also need safety cables to keep the towed vehicle connected to your coach in case of a tow bar failure. I would recommend the Roadmaster # RM-645 which are 64” long and rated for 8000 pounds. I like that the connectors are made so they can not bounce off the cable hooks. I also prefer the straight cables compared to coiled – it just looks cleaner when they are all tucked away.

Next you will need a tow bar wiring kit. I recommend the Roadmaster # RM-152-98146-7 Universal wiring kit which includes everything you need to connect your RV's tail, brake, and turn signal lights to your towed car. Diodes prevent feedback and wire your car to operate as a combined system. Includes a 7-way to 6-way straight adapter cord. When you do finally get ready to plug your electrical cables in I would put a little Edelmann # 11755 dielectric grease on those connections. The dielectric grease will keep help keep moisture and corrosion out of your connection

Your Jeep weighs in over 4000 pounds so you will need a supplemental braking system installed in it. This will improve braking and handling, and extend the life of your coaches braking system. Additionally, most states require supplemental braking if your towed vehicle is over 3000 pounds. If your coach has traditional hydraulic brakes then I recommend the Brake Buddy # HM39524 portable system that has proportional braking and has a wireless display for your cab so you can see your braking system status or change profiles from your driver's seat.

If your coach has air brakes, then instead of the Brake Buddy system, you will need the Demco # DM26VR supplemental braking system for air brakes.