Which Roadmaster Tow Defender Works with Direct Connect Roadmaster Base Plate Kit

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I have a 2023 Ford Maverick and I purchased the Roadmaster RM97RR Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms. What Tow Defender Protective Screen is compatible with the RM97RR setup?

asked by: Scott S

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Hey Scott, the correct Roadmaster Tow Defender to use with your base plate kit # RM97RR is the part # RM-4750 which was designed to be used with Direct Connect kits like you have.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, the Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate 1-1/4 Inch Receiver Covers, #RM-212, will fit the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, #523145-5. I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster to confirm this.

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Answer 2

Yes, they do! The correct receiver cover for the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item #RM-521448-5 is the Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate 1-1/4" Receiver Covers item #RM-212.

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Answer 3

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 4

Thanks for the information Kevin! To flat tow your 2025 Ford Bronco with a standard bumper and LED lights, I recommend the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect item #e84ZR Base…

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Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available, and…

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Answer 6

Hey Lucian! There are definitely a lot of options out there, and the best is usually a mix of parts from different manufacturers. We don't have a package under a single part number but I can give you a list of parts for a complete setup. I…

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Thanks for the information Bob! Flat towing a leased 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands without making any modifications is going to be creative when it comes to powering your lights and a braking system but we do have all the parts you'll need. I've…

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Hello again, Dan. Thanks for writing in. The Demco Stay IN Play DUO Inline Air Pressure Regulator #DM88UV will not be needed for your 2025 Maverick Hybrid. You can still install one to lessen the braking pressure if it seems too harsh, but it…

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Answer 9

Hey Steve, thanks for reaching out! The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM87NQ fits your 2025 Ford Maverick as long as it's the Hybrid model that doesn't have the engine block heater. It doesn't come with the 6-Pin connector,…

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Answer 10

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 11

Hey Jim; the Curt RVibrake Shadow 2 #RVI94FR is not compatible with your 2026 Maverick. Initially it was listed as a fit but Curt/Lippert came out with an exclusion list that includes the Maverick Hybrid. Right now it is listed as 2022-2025 but it…

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Answer 12

Hey Dan, I can definitely help you out! For a complete setup you will need the tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, wiring, and a brake system. I recommend the following: -Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BLU94ER -Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar #BLU28QV…

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