Recommended Base Plate and Tow Bar for a 2005 Jeep TJ That Won't Affect Ground Clearance

Published 10/28/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Demco Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms

(279)

$169.72

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

(305)

$819.77

Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(314)

$1488.91

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

(3186)

$180.17

Question:

I am looking for a tow bar, and base plate to flat tow a 2005 jeep with stock bumper. I use the jeep offroad so I dont want something that mounts below the bumper. Is there other options?

asked by: Gabe R

Expert Reply:

Yes, there is if you are willing to drill into the stock bumper on your 2005 Jeep TJ or Wrangler. You will want to use the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit item # DM9518112. These bolt directly into the stock bumper using four 1/2" bolts.

For a tow bar you will want to use the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar item # e34ZR. This tow bar is made by Demco so it is compatible with the item # DM9518112 base plate without having to use an adapter. It has a 6,000 lbs capacity and includes built in safety chains.

Some other parts you will need to flat tow your 2005 Jeep TJ or Wrangler are listed below:

Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267

Supplemental Braking System - Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System item # HM39524