Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Jeep Wrangler TJ

Published 04/18/2014

Products Featured in This Question

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms

(371)

$400.49

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(397)

$1508.06

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

(751)

$898.84

Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - Incandescent

(438)

$83.00

Question:

What are the four straight black wires with square ends for and wear do they go?

asked by: Joy

Expert Reply:

Those are weldnut plates with 14 inches of wire behind them. These are used to provide a nut for a bolt that threads through the base plate kit and then through the frame. The nut plate gets inserted into the frame and gets aligned so that the installation bolt that secures the base plate kit to the frame has something to tighten onto. I attached the installation instructions for this base plate kit to give you more installation info.

There are several other components needed to flat tow your vehicle. For a tow bar I would recommend the Blue Ox Avail # BX7420. This is one of the nicest tow bars on the market. It stores on the motorhome, has non-binding telescoping arms and comes with safety cables.

For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, and not have to worry about cutting and splicing into the vehicle wiring.

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 part # 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.

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.