Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Published 10/20/2022

Products Featured in This Question

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(4890)

$609.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(472)

$1651.86

Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs

(809)

$1117.02

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

(3379)

$168.90

Question:

Looking for a tow bar installation along with base plate install onto our 2013 Jeep Wrangler. Need product and installation in New Hampshire

asked by: Joni

Helpful Expert Reply:

For a base plate kit that fits your 2013 Jeep Wrangler I would recommend the Blue Ox part # BX1126 which is the easiest to connect and disconnect from.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. One of the most popular compatible tow bars is the Blue Ox Avail # BX7420 which comes with safety cables. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle. If you go to the product page of any of the mentioned items and then hit the locate installers near me link you can find the closest installer to you.