Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Updated 11/03/2025 | Published 01/15/2025
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I have a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8 that I want to tow with my 2003 Fleetwood Terra 27 motorhome. Its confusing ing the proper tow bar and pins for the jeep, etc. I have a tow hitch on the motorhome. Its rated to tow 6500 lbs. Can you direct me to some products that would fit? Thank you
asked by: Richard B
Expert Reply:
Hey Richard, we can definitely help you pick out the correct parts you'd need to flat tow your 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. First thing to start with is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster base plate kit part # 1427-3 which is a fit for your vehicle and is easier to use.
In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon All Terrain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect.
For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers for the tow bar we have the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain kit part # RM-9243-1 which comes with all of that as one part number. The diode kit that comes with this allows you to splice into the taillight wiring so that your RV controls the vehicle taillights and does not require drilling into the taillight housings. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.
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 # 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.
If you have any other questions just let me know!
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
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Jameson C.
11/3/2025
Hey Richard, how did things go getting your Jeep Grand Cherokee set up with the Roadmaster base plate and Falcon All Terrain tow bar? Your update could make it easier for others looking to tow a similar setup.