Recommended Wiring Harness for Flat Towing a 1997 Jeep TJ
Updated 09/17/2023 | Published 09/16/2023
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I need a few parts. I have the 7 to 6 pin electrical umbilical. I’d like the kit for a 1997 Jeep Wrangler TJ. I have the Blue Ox base plate with permanent welded mounts for tow bar connections. The base plate also has mounting points for the female electrical connection, which I want to utilize. I’ll also need a breakaway switch that is designed to connect to a patriot 3 brake. Searching your website left me lost. Your help is appreciated
asked by: Jay S
Expert Reply:
I'll be happy to help you. Our website can be overwhelming sometimes with Jeep parts and all of the options. Since you already have the 7 way to 6 pin cable you will need the following parts to control your 1997 Jeep Wangler TJ's lights:
RoadMaster 6-Wire Trailer Connector - Vehicle End item # RM-910030-7
Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit item # RM-152
It sounds like you have something similar to the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item # BX1120. Ours don't have the Roadmaster Bent Electrical Socket Bracket item # RM-910030-5 to mount the 6-pin connector. From what you have described it sounds like you don't need it. If I am wrong email me back a picture and I will be happy to find what you need.
To replace the breakaway switch on your Blue Ox Patriot 3 you will need the Second Vehicle Breakaway Kit for Blue Ox Patriot Supplemental Braking Systems item # BRK2505.
If you need a tow bar to go with your Blue Ox base plate kit, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount item # BX7380. This tow bar has a 6,500 lbs capacity, it includes the necessary safety cables, and fits a 2" hitch.
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