Best D-Ring Adapter For 1999 Jeep TJ With 1" D-Rings

Updated 04/21/2025 | Published 04/12/2025

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Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars - 1" D-Rings

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

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Question:

Hello, My 99 Jeep TJ wrangler has a custom front bumper with D rings. I’m looking for a setup to flat tow it. The D rings are 1/4” thick, 1” hole, and spaced 32-1/2 apart. They are thru welded and suitable for towing. Also looking for the wiring kit as well. Any advice or suggestions are appreciated!

asked by: Mike C

Expert Reply:

Hello Mike, thanks for reaching out. The Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters # BX88358 are what I recommend for D-rings with 1" holes. These will work with any of the Blue Ox brand tow bars.

Since your D-rings are spaced 32-1/2" apart you will need to use the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7420 since this is the only option we offer from Blue Ox that will work with that D-ring spacing.

For the wiring kit I recommend the Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-15267. This is a universal diode kit that works on virtually any vehicle. Once installed you just plug in and go.

Then the last thing you will need is a braking system. For that I recommend the Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo # SM99251. You will also need the # RM-88400 relay kit.

I linked a few helpful install videos for you below.

I hope this helps. Leave a reply below with any other questions or comments and I am happy to get back to you.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Mike

4/21/2025

Thank you for the detailed response! I noticed the Blue Ox Adventurer shows it will work with tab widths up to 36" - would this be an acceptable alternative to the Avail? I am trying to be cost-effective, as this towing setup will be used infrequently.

Jesse M.

4/21/2025

@Mike Yes! The Blue Ox Adventurer # BX7322 will work with the 32-1/2" spacing. it is definitely a budget option but if you won't be using it much it will be just fine to use with your setup.