Recommended Flat Towing Setup for a 2012 Jeep Wrangler JK w/ Rugged Ridged Bumper

Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/09/2025

Products Featured in This Question

Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs

(826)

$1545.00

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms

(25)

$208.08

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

(3389)

$162.09

Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional

(800)

$1245.50

Question:

I am looking at buying all the flat tow pieces Kevin recommended for my 2012 Jeep JK 4x4 Wrangler SportPlease note I have a rugged ridged bumper upgrade and that is why I think I can get the direct base connect kit.... but.....I need a local reputable shop to install them So far looking at: Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional and Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms - 1437-3 I have the Roadmaster Nighthawk 675 flat tow set up for a 2025 Winnebago EKKO Sprinter Thank you

asked by: Noreen P

Rugged Ridge Bumper
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Expert Reply:

Hey Noreen, thanks for the picture! If your Rugged Ridge bumper is the XHD model you can install the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item # 1437-3 to it. I have attached a diagram below so you can compare the bolt dimensions on your bumper to make sure they match up to the baseplate kit. This will work with your Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar item # RM-676.

Here are the rest of the parts you mentioned to flat tow your 2012 Jeep Wrangler behind your new Winnebago Sprinter:

Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267

Supplemental Braking System - Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes item # SM99251

High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If you measure the height of the inside top of the hitch receiver tube on your RV, and the height difference is more than 3 inches above/below the base plate tab height, you'll need a high/low adapter. I have linked a FAQ article that explains all this in more detail along with our selection of adapters.

If you have any additional questions or concerns please feel free to address them in the comment box below.

expert reply by: Jerred H

Roadmaster MS Base Plate Kit
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Jerred H.

10/30/2025

Hey Noreen, how did things go with the Roadmaster base plate kit on your Rugged Ridge bumper? Were the bolt dimensions a good match for your setup? Your update could make it easier for others working with similar Jeep bumpers.