Comparing Roadmaster, Blue Ox, and Demco Base Plate Kits for 2024 Ford Maverick

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Hello, Ive watched the video referencing flat towing a Ford Maverick. In the video the recommendation is to use the Roadmaster base plate in favor of either the Demco or Etrailer option. I think the rationale was the Roasmaster being more secure but not positive of that. In any case the Demco, and perhaps the Etrailer options seem to be less invasive or require less fascia cutting. My question is what are your thoughts about these three options Demco, Roadmaster, Etrailer for a 2024 Maverick? Next are there cost advantages of one versus another? Thanks,

asked by: Donziman

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Hey Donziman, so we have three different options for base plate kits that fit your 2024 Ford Maverick. We have the Roadmaster # RM97RR, the Demco # DM77YV, and the Blue Ox # BLU86HR. We don't have an etrailer base plate kit available but (spoiler alert) the etrailer brand kit is exact same as the Demco.

So my favorite brand to use is the Blue Ox so that is what I would go with. The kits are really well made but the they just happen to be the easiest to connect to the Blue Ox tow bars like the part # BX7420 so that's what I would go with if it were my Maverick.

Price differences are there but in general there's no getting away from spending quite a bit of money on flat tow setups. The least expensive though is the Roadmaster which is still a solid choice just not my first pick if money wasn't a factor. Demco is most expensive.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Hi Russ; you pretty much have everything you need right there with the exception of a few parts. I'm going to go ahead and list it all out here with links to make it easy for your to manage. You will need the following: -etrailer Invisible Base…

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Answer 2

You should consider updating to the Attachment Tabs #DM86MV for your Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM34FR. Demco has changed over to these kinds of tabs in their kits. Otherwise you will need to reach out to Demco directly so they can verify the…

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Answer 3

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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Yes, it does Gary! The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item #BX2914 has been confirmed to fit the 2025 Ford Maverick hybrid. I have linked a installation video below along with the instructions so you can see how to get it set up. If you have any additional…

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No, you'll be fine using the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-523188-5 on your 2017 Buick Envision AWD. This base plate kit is compatible with all models of the 2017 Buick Envision. You will however need use a compatible tow bar to…

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Answer 6

Hi Mark, I totally get how frustrating that must be especially after choosing the Maverick for flat towing. I did find some updated info I can share with you, but the best way to stay on top of things for your specific vehicle is to use Ford’s…

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There is a Blue Ox flat tow set up for your 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee WL (the new body style) with tow hooks. Here are the parts you'll need, which I verified with Blue Ox: - Base Plate: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BLU68CR - Tow Bar: Blue Ox Alpha 2…

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Hey Jimmy; thank you for providing that information about the tow hooks and shutters. To flat tow your 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, wiring, and a supplemental braking system. Based on your…

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Hey Joe, I have the following component recommendations for your 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland: Baseplate: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BLU68CR Tow Bar: Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar #BX7420, This will also include safety cables so you won't…

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Removing the SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System #SM99243 requires removing all of the installed components so that you can reinstall them. You'll need to disconnect the Operating Unit, the Male L brackets, Breakaway Switch, actuator…

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The Replacement Towed Vehicle Installation Kit #SM99226 does not include the air hose connector for the Jeep side of your setup. For this part by itself you can use #SM6214 (or transfer the existing fitting from the Explorer if possible). This…

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Answer 12

Hey Rick, I went through the install instructions of the Roadmaster Direct Connect base plate kit part #RM97RR and you actually trim out a whole in the shutters and reinstall them. They are not totally removed. Do you have a tow bar already?

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