Recommended Parts to Flat Tow 2017 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon Edition

Updated 08/06/2021 | Published 07/22/2021

Products Featured in This Question

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(3324)

$575.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(397)

$1577.69

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

(3186)

$205.66

RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs

(656)

$70.95

Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles

(700)

$47.73

12 Volt Outlet Kit, 20 amps

(331)

$40.45

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

(494)

$1329.00

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

(754)

$1175.00

Question:

What parts are needed to flat tow a 2017 Jeep Rubicon recon model. behind a motorhome? I already have the Falcon tow bar.

asked by: Patrick M

Expert Reply:

For a 2017 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon edition, you'd use the Roadmaster # 1444-3 base plate kit, which will fit your vehicle unless it's equipped with a American Expedition Vehicles bumper. If that's the bumper you have, let me know and we'll find another alternative.

You'll also need safety cables like part # RM-643, if you don't already have them. To wire the taillights so they work in tandem with motorhome, I'd recommend a diode kit like part # RM-152-98146-7.

You will also need a supplemental braking system. If you're not the type to hang onto a vehicle for more than a year or two, a portable system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR would be a great choice, as it can be quickly and easily moved to a different vehicle if necessary. You'll also need a 12V outlet kit, part # RM-9332.

If you DO hang on to your vehicles for a number of years, a more permanently installation would make more sense. If your motorhome has air brakes, I'd recommend the Demco AirForce One, part # SM99243 or if the coach has hydraulic brakes, use the Demco Stay-In-Play DUO, part # SM99251. With any of these options mentioned, you'll also need a # RM-88400 relay.

If the installed height of the base plates has a plus or minus 3 inch height difference compared to the height of the receiver on the motorhome, you'll also need a high/low adapter to bring it within that range. I'll link to an article outlining how to measure for the adapter, as well as to our selection of adapters.

I've also linked to demonstration and install videos for the parts I mentioned above.