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

etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Duncan Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

(305)

$698.62

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(397)

$1489.90

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(4617)

$534.68

etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox and Curt Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6K lbs

(305)

$892.46

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

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$257.82

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.