Parts Needed for Flat Towing a 1987 Jeep Wrangler Behind a SUV with a 2 Hitch
Updated 07/11/2022 | Published 07/07/2022
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Can I install this directly into a standard SUV 2” hitch receiver? Can it be mounted to a standard jeep bumper?
asked by: JH
Expert Reply:
Yes, the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Duncan Base Plates # e24ZR can install directly into a SUV 2" hitch receiver. The etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Duncan Base Plates # e24ZR will not install directly to a Jeep bumper, it will connect to a Duncan base plate kit.
In order to flat tow your 1987 Jeep Wrangler with a standard bumper you will need to install a base plate kit for the tow bar to attach to. I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1137 which has removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. You would then want to use the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e47ZR (includes safety cables) which is compatible with the Blue Ox base plate.
Some other items you will need to consider for flat towing are tow bar lighting and a supplemental braking system.
- Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-152-1676-7
- Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System # BLU37TR
You will also want to ensure your SUV and hitch can handle the weight of towing your Jeep.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Duncan Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount
- Telescoping - Non-Binding
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Duncan Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Cables Included
- etrailer
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Recommended 7-Way to 6-Pole Flat Tow Trailer Connector That Works w/a Charge Line
- Q&A: Is Vevor RN-QVR 7500 Tow Bar Compatible With Blue Ox Base Plates
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2007-2018 JK Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited
- Q&A: Recommended complete Flat Towing Setup for a 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid
- Q&A: Can Curt Tow Bar be Used with Blue Ox Base Plate Kit
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: How to Choose a High-Low Adapter
- Q&A: Which Bumpers Can I Flat Tow a Jeep Wrangler JLU With Using D-Ring Adapters
- Q&A: Comparing the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain and Falcon 2 Tow Bar
- Q&A: Can you Flat Tow a 2025 Ford Maverick without issues?
- Article: Base Plate Adapter Table
- Article: Roadmaster Vehicle Specific Base Plates
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2002-2004 Jeep Liberty
- Article: What Is a Supplemental Braking System?