Recommended Parts for Flat Towing a 2001 Jeep Wrangler

Updated 01/19/2026 | Published 08/09/2024

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etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms

(45)

$173.26

Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Wireless Monitoring - Proportional

(509)

$1525.00

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

(313)

$821.35

Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles

(160)

$74.94

Roadmaster 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Kit

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$101.79

Question:

hello. Thank you for the part numbers. I am towing 2001 jeep wrangler se sport with a 2005 damon astoria pacific edition 3679. Thank you

asked by: Zack

Expert Reply:

Thanks for reaching out again about the vehicle you're needing to flat tow, Zack!

Here are the parts I recommend picking up to flat tow your 2001 Jeep Wrangler:

- etrailer Base Plate Kit # e74FV
- etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR
- Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit # HM56202
- 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Kit # RM-146-7
- Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes # DM26VR
- High-Low Adapter (see attached article)

I like the etrailer base plate kit because it looks more rugged and is also more cost-effective than all of the other options, plus I really like how our tow bars function; they have some adjustability and are very easy to use.

The Hopkins wiring will tee in behind your tail lights as opposed to having to splice in your wiring, and then you'll cut off the 4-Way and wire that in to the 6-Way so you have an umbilical that matches your motorhome.

Finally, the Air Force One brake system is a one-time installation on your Jeep, but it installs in such a way that you won't notice it when you aren't flat towing. This will tie-in to the air brakes on your motorhome so the Jeep will stop using the same system, which is great for a smooth braking experience.

Attached are a few videos for your reference.

expert reply by: Jon G

Robin H.

1/19/2026

Hey Zack, how did everything go getting your Jeep Wrangler set up to flat tow behind your Damon Astoria? I'm curious if the etrailer base plate and SD tow bar worked together as smoothly as expected. Sharing how it turned out could help others planning a similar setup.