Base Plate Kit for 2013 Ford F-150
Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 07/09/2024
Question:
Wanting to purchase front tow bar for a 2013 F150. Company needs something that says it is okay to install where tow hooks are at in frame.
asked by: David W
Expert Reply:
Hi David; it sounds like you're looking for a base plate kit to tow a 2013 F-150 with a tow bar. The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-524431-5 installs in place of the tow hooks which is what I believe you were asking for. This can be used with a tow bar like the Falcon # RM-522 and fits the following F-150 models:
FX2 - with EcoBoost
FX4 - with EcoBoost
King Ranch - with EcoBoost
Lariat - with 6.2L Engine
Lariat - with EcoBoost
Limited - with EcoBoost
Platinum - with 6.2L Engine
Platinum - with EcoBoost
XL - with EcoBoost
XLT - with EcoBoost
If you have a different model or meant something else entirely please let me know in the comments below and I will see what is available.
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Partially Hidden
- Roadmaster
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Robin H.
2/3/2026
Hey David, did the Roadmaster base plate kit end up fitting your F-150 the way you needed at the tow hook mounts? Knowing how it worked could help others setting up a similar flat tow setup.